Category: Elder Protections

Elder Protections from fraud, abuse, and exploitation involve a comprehensive legal and support framework designed to safeguard older adults from harm and financial exploitation. These protections include legal statutes such as elder abuse laws, mandatory reporting requirements for suspected abuse, and regulations that govern financial transactions to prevent exploitation. Additionally, agencies and organizations dedicated to elder care provide resources and support services, including hotlines and counseling, to help elders and their families identify and respond to potential abuse. Efforts also include public awareness campaigns and education programs aimed at recognizing warning signs and empowering elders to protect themselves. Together, these measures aim to create a safer environment for older adults and ensure they receive the respect and protection they deserve.

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Elder Protections from federal agencies in the U.S. are designed to safeguard older adults from financial exploitation, fraud, and abuse, recognizing their vulnerability in various aspects of life. Several key federal agencies play significant roles in implementing these protections:

  1. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB): The CFPB focuses on ensuring that older adults are protected from deceptive and unfair financial practices. It provides resources and tools to help seniors make informed financial decisions, including advice on managing retirement accounts, avoiding scams, and understanding financial products. The CFPB also investigates complaints and works to improve financial practices to better serve older consumers.

  2. Federal Trade Commission (FTC): The FTC is instrumental in combating fraud and deceptive practices that target older adults. It enforces laws against misleading advertising and fraudulent schemes, such as phishing scams and investment frauds. The FTC also educates seniors about common scams and provides resources to help them recognize and avoid fraudulent activities.

  3. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): The SEC works to protect older investors from securities fraud and investment scams. It regulates financial markets and enforces laws that ensure transparency and fair practices in the trading of stocks, bonds, and other securities. The SEC also provides educational materials and resources to help older adults make informed investment decisions and avoid financial exploitation.

  4. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC): The CFTC oversees commodity and futures markets, ensuring they operate fairly and transparently. It protects older adults from fraud and manipulation in these markets by regulating trading practices and investigating complaints related to commodity investments and futures trading.

  5. Elder Justice Initiative (EJI) – Department of Justice (DOJ): The EJI focuses on preventing elder abuse and exploitation. It coordinates with law enforcement and community organizations to address and prosecute cases of elder abuse, including financial exploitation. The initiative also provides training and resources to enhance the response to elder abuse and improve protections.

  6. Administration for Community Living (ACL): The ACL supports programs and services that protect older adults and enhance their quality of life. It oversees various initiatives aimed at preventing elder abuse, including grants for adult protective services and programs to educate seniors about their rights and available support.

Together, these federal agencies work to ensure that older Americans are protected from financial exploitation, fraud, and abuse by enforcing regulations, providing education, and offering resources to help them navigate potential risks and make informed decisions.

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FTC-PR-240307-3 (Mar. 7, 2024)

FTC Convenes Advisory Group to Fight Scams Against Older Adults – April 2 meeting of advisory group will highlight information gathered by committees since previous meeting

The Federal Trade Commission will host an online meeting of the Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group on April 2, 2024. The meeting will include reports from the committees formed at the group’s inaugural meeting.

Four committees are addressing separate areas of interest: expanding consumer education and outreach efforts; improving industry training on scam prevention; identifying innovative or high-tech methods to detect and stop scams; and reviewing research on effective consumer messaging to prevent scams.

FTC News Release - FTC-PR-240307-3

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Date: Mar. 7, 2024

Accessed: Sep. 1, 2024

Source URL: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2024/03/ftc-convenes-advisory-group-fight-scams-against-older-adults

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