Financial Abuse
Discover more about how financial abuse happens and what you can do to prevent and respond to this type of abuse of older people.
10 common forms of elder financial abuse
Here are 10 of the most common types of financial abuse from Safe & Savvy - A guide to help older people avoid abuse, scams and fraud.
AI for older Australians: the good, the bad and the surprising
Artificial intelligence may seem like science fiction come true, but understanding AI and knowing its risks can free you to enjoy its benefits. 7 min read
Creating your financial support team
Financial matters can be easier to manage if you have a ‘support team’ of trusted people you can draw on.
Financial elder abuse
Financial elder abuse is theft or misuse of an older person’s money, assets or property.
Financial elder abuse and the importance of enduring documents
I encourage people of all ages to have their enduring documents in place
Managing financial stress
Older Australians may be feeling increased financial stress as their families face cost of living pressures. Financial counselling could help prevent tension becoming abuse. 6 min read
Safeguarding against scams, frauds and identity theft
Find out how scams and frauds can happen and how to avoid becoming a victim. There is also helpful information about what to do if you are affected.
Warning signs of financial elder abuse
One of the best protections against financial elder abuse is awareness and knowledge. Learn what to watch out for and how to intervene at the first sign of concern.
Financial Abuse Resources
Reducing poverty in retirement: The pension systems of Australia, Sweden and Norway
This report compares Australia’s superannuation scheme and Age Pension program with the pension systems of Sweden and N...
Let’s TALK about financial abuse: equipping Australians to start the conversation
New CommBank and Future Women educational series launches, as research shows one third of Aussies don’t feel confident ...
Understanding First Nations’ financial abuse
This 2024 literature review studies the unique cultural and social practices that effect financial abuse in Indigenous ...
What are the signs of financial abuse in the elderly?
This blog, written by a lawyer, gives a clear description and examples of elder financial abuse, and what advisers and ...
Financial Abuse Real Stories
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