Elder Financial Fraud – Tips for Caregivers

Source: Office for Victims of Crime Training & Technical Assistance Center

Published: 2021

Summary:

Summary:

This Q&A session, presented by staff from the U.S. Department of Justice National Elder Fraud Hotline To Assist Victims of Financial Fraud, provides examples of common types of financial fraud that occur among the older adult population, along with tips on how to identify a scam. Presenters also provide ideas for caregivers to help identify when an older adult may be experiencing a fraudulent situation and how to address it with the older adult.

Materials:

Link: Elder Financial Fraud – Tips for Caregivers

Topics: Caregiving, Financial Abuse, Prevention/Intervention

Access: Download, Web-based

Intended Use: Self-directed Learning

Audience: Caregivers, Finance

Level: Basic, Intermediate

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