06/15/2026
Financial Abuse/Exploitation is one of the most common and often overlooked forms of elder abuse.
It happens when someone illegally or improperly uses an older adult’s money, property, credit cards, bank accounts, or other assets for their own benefit. The person responsible may be a scammer, caregiver, friend, or even a family member.
On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we’re raising awareness about the signs of financial exploitation and reminding older adults that help is available.
Carter Burden Network's Community Elder Mistreatment & Abuse Prevention Program (CEMAPP) supports older adults throughout New York City with safety planning, counseling, legal guidance, court advocacy, and community education. By learning the signs and speaking up, we can help protect older adults from financial exploitation and promote aging with dignity, security, and respect.
Learn more: www.carterburdennetwork.org/cemapp
