070 – Interview: Addressing & Preventing Financial Exploitation in Aging

Better Health While Aging

English - July 26, 2018 13:00 - ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
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Dr. K talks with attorney Candace Heisler, JD, an expert on addressing financial exploitation and other forms of elder abuse. They discuss common ways in which older adults are often financially abused, the role of trust and relationships, what can be done if you suspect financial abuse, and much more.

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In This Episode:

Dr. K talks with attorney Candace Heisler, JD, an expert on addressing financial exploitation and other forms of elder abuse. Ms. Heisler served as assistant district attorney for the City and County of San Francisco for over 25 years, and remains active in training various professionals to address elder abuse. They discuss:

What it means to financially exploit an older person

The role of trust and relationships in facilitating financial exploitation

Why it can be hard to determine whether financial abuse has occurred

What to do if you suspect that an older relative has been financially exploited

The role of Adult Protective Services in investigating worrisome situations

The difference between pursuing a criminal case versus a civil case

What is “undue influence” and how it’s related to financial abuse

Steps older adults can take to reduce their risk of being financially exploited

How to reduce the risk of that a power of attorney might be misused

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Related Resources:

Financial Exploitation in Aging: What to Know & What to Do