Elder financial exploitation
Elder Abuse Awareness – Fraud and Scams
Elder Abuse: It's More Than Just Scams
Event Dates
Location
Online
Event Type
Webinar
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: 7th Global Summit
OVC FY 2021 Transforming America's Response to Elder Abuse: Enhanced Multidisciplinary Teams (E-MDTs) for Older Victims of Financial Exploitation and Abuse Pre-Application Webinar
OVC FY 2021 Transforming America's Response to Elder Abuse: Enhanced Multidisciplinary Teams (E-MDTs) for Older Victims of Financial Exploitation and Abuse
Closing Date
Under this program, OVC seeks applications to support the development and/or enhancement of multidisciplinary teams and to strengthen the capacity of E-MDTs to better identify and respond to cases of elder abuse and more comprehensively serve and support victims of financial exploitation.
Providing Help, Restoring Hope
Elder Fraud Microsite
I am a victim of fraud. What can I do?
Elder Fraud & Abuse
Providing Help, Restoring Hope: The U.S. Department of Justice National Elder Fraud Hotline
Event Dates
–
Eastern
Location
Online
Event Type
Webinar
Trauma-Informed Responses to Victims of Financial Fraud and Exploitation
Event Dates
–
Eastern
Location
Online
Event Type
Webinar
Over $7.9 Million Awarded by Office for Victims of Crime to Improve Victim Services for Older Victims
In commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the International Day of Older Persons—a day in which we reaffirm our commitment to protecting and promoting the rights of seniors—Attorney General Barr announced $9.4 million in funding to programs serving older victims of fraud and abuse.
District's Older Victim Services (DOVS) Project
2020-V3-GX-0059
Open
Funding First Awarded
2020
$500,000
Innovative legal aid for elder abuse and exploitation victims in Los Angeles County's high-poverty and rural communities
2020-V3-GX-0062
Open
Funding First Awarded
2020
$500,000
Minnesota Elder Justice Center Enhancement of Services: Legal Representation for Older Victims of Abuse and Financial Exploitation
2020-V3-GX-0030
Open
Funding First Awarded
2020
$499,981
Justice for Older Adults
2020-V3-GX-0050
Open
Funding First Awarded
2020
$499,544
June 2020 Featured Resources
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15
Join OVC in commemorating World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Monday, June 15, 2020. This annual commemoration is a call-to-action for individuals, organizations, and communities to raise awareness about elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.
To commemorate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, OVC reaffirms its commitment to supporting victims of elder abuse.
Consider participating in virtual events for your own commemoration.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Message from OVC Director Jessica Hart
Today is the fifteenth anniversary of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. In the shadow of a pandemic that has disproportionately affected senior populations, we come together to raise awareness about elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
For too long elder abuse—a term that encompasses physical abuse, financial fraud, scams and exploitation, caregiver neglect and abandonment, psychological abuse, and sexual abuse—was a hidden epidemic. But as the global population of older persons grows, elder abuse is finally being treated as a public health crisis requiring collective action.
2013 NCVRW PSA—Protecting Elders From Financial Exploitation
February 2013
This public service announcement, developed as part of the 2013 National Crime Victims' Rights Week Resource Guide, urges you to contact the Eldercare Locator or the National Adult Protective Services Association if you suspect financial exploitation. Visit the NCVRW site for more information.
Review the YouTube Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy
Training for Law Enforcement to Improve Identification of and Response to Elder Fraud Victims
2020-V3-GX-K006
Open
Funding First Awarded
2020
$1,940,738
New National, Toll Free Hotline Provides Help for Victims of Elder Fraud
To help combat fraud against older Americans and provide services to victims, OVC is pleased to announce the launch of the National Elder Fraud Hotline.
National Elder Fraud Hotline
If you or someone you know is a victim of elder fraud, we encourage you to call the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 833–FRAUD–11 (833–372–8311). Professional case managers will assist you with reporting the crime and connect you with other resources as needed. The hotline is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. eastern time. Services are available for speakers of English, Spanish, and other languages.
Financial Institutions Report Widespread Elder Financial Abuse
Federal law requires financial institutions report suspicious activity that might indicate money laundering, tax evasion, or other criminal activities to the federal government.
Now, a first of its kind analysis can help the field better understand elder fraud and opportunities to improve prevention and response.
An Enhanced Multidisciplinary Team in a Rural Community
2019-V3-GX-0012
Open
Funding First Awarded
2019
$374,991
Enhanced Multi-Disciplinary Team for Older Victims of Abuse and Financial Exploitation
2019-V3-GX-0014
Open
Funding First Awarded
2019
$375,000