Financial Abuse

Financial abuse involves the improper, illegal or unauthorized use of an adult’s resources for the benefit of another.

Signs and symptoms of financial abuse

• Unpaid bills
• No money for food, clothing, or medication
• Unexplained withdrawal of money from someone’s bank account
• Family member or representative refuses to spend money on the adult’s behalf
• Possessions disappear
• Family member or another person forces an adult to sign over Power of Attorney against their own will