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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.
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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.
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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. Written by Dr. James Curran 7 min read
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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.
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Financial elder abuse
Financial elder abuse is theft or misuse of an older person’s money, assets or property.
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Financial elder abuse and the importance of enduring documents
I encourage people of all ages to have their enduring documents in place
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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
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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.
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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
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First Nations Foundation Impact Report 2023
This major report documents the impact of a large scale financial literacy and education programme implemented in First...
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Bankwest Hidden Costs survey 2023
This yearly report shows updated results of a survey that records Western Australian attitudes and experiences of Finan...
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Safeguard your finances for CALD Communities (SA)
Find out about safeguarding your finances in English, Chinese, Greek, Italian, Polish, and Vietnamese.
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Understanding and protecting against elder financial abuse
Understanding the signs and knowing how to protect yourself and your loved ones is crucial in preventing financial crim...
Financial Abuse Real Stories
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