Elder Abuse is the Alabama-run resource for Adult Protective Services reporting, fraud prevention, scam alerts, and abuse intervention, serving older adults statewide. Find office contacts, downloadable forms, and program directories on the site. Free for eligible older adults and their family caregivers in Alabama. Useful for family members worried about a senior being isolated, controlled, or financially manipulated by a caregiver or relative. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential;...
NCEA — federally funded resource on preventing elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers required by law to report suspected abuse — APS shields good-faith reporters. Banks now have safe harbors to refuse suspicious transactions on senior accounts; ask about elder financial protection at the branch. Self-neglect (refusing food, hygiene, medical care) is the most common form of "abuse" — APS handles it when capacity is in question. No cost to older...
National Adult Protective Services Association — find your state APS to report elder abuse. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Banks now have safe harbors to refuse suspicious transactions on senior accounts; ask about elder financial protection at the branch. Adult guardianship can be appointed by a court when capacity is gone; emergency guardianship is faster but temporary. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork...
US Department of Justice resources on prosecuting elder abuse and financial fraud. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Most reports lead to a home visit by an APS caseworker within 24-72 hours; emergency situations are prioritized. Scams targeting seniors stole over
billion in 2024 alone — IRS impersonation, grandparent scams, and romance scams lead the list. Open at no cost to Alabama seniors and the families...
Free helpline 1-877-908-3360 for fraud help. Scam alerts and prevention. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Anonymous reporting is allowed but limits APS's ability to follow up — leaving contact info helps the investigation. Adult guardianship can be appointed by a court when capacity is gone; emergency guardianship is faster but temporary. Free, confidential, and available to any Alabama resident who needs the...
Federal Trade Commission scam alerts and consumer protection. Pass It On for older adults. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential; reporters' names are not shared with the suspected abuser. Adult guardianship can be appointed by a court when capacity is gone; emergency guardianship is faster but temporary. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
FBI resources on common scams targeting seniors. Report fraud to ic3.gov. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers required by law to report suspected abuse — APS shields good-faith reporters. Banks now have safe harbors to refuse suspicious transactions on senior accounts; ask about elder financial protection at the branch. Most elder abuse is financial and most perpetrators are family members — adult children with substance abuse or gambling problems are the most common pattern. Free,...
Report and search reported scams in your area to protect yourself and others. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers required by law to report suspected abuse — APS shields good-faith reporters. Banks now have safe harbors to refuse suspicious transactions on senior accounts; ask about elder financial protection at the branch. Scams targeting seniors stole over billion in 2024 alone — IRS impersonation, grandparent scams, and romance scams lead the list. Free service; donations...
Fraud.org — report telemarketing and internet scams to NCL. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Online and phone reporting are both available; for life-threatening situations, call 911 first. Most elder abuse is financial and most perpetrators are family members — adult children with substance abuse or gambling problems are the most common pattern. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
Free help for identity theft victims and prevention information. Useful for family members worried about a senior being isolated, controlled, or financially manipulated by a caregiver or relative. Online and phone reporting are both available; for life-threatening situations, call 911 first. Adult guardianship can be appointed by a court when capacity is gone; emergency guardianship is faster but temporary. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Office for Older Americans — financial protection. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Online and phone reporting are both available; for life-threatening situations, call 911 first. Self-neglect (refusing food, hygiene, medical care) is the most common form of "abuse" — APS handles it when capacity is in question. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.
Tips and resources on preventing crime against seniors. McGruff the Crime Dog. Useful for family members worried about a senior being isolated, controlled, or financially manipulated by a caregiver or relative. Banks now have safe harbors to refuse suspicious transactions on senior accounts; ask about elder financial protection at the branch. Self-neglect (refusing food, hygiene, medical care) is the most common form of "abuse" — APS handles it when capacity is in question. Free service; donations...
Report suspected elder abuse in Alabama. Find your state APS via NAPSA. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Online and phone reporting are both available; for life-threatening situations, call 911 first. Most elder abuse is financial and most perpetrators are family members — adult children with substance abuse or gambling problems are the most common pattern. Free, confidential, and available to any Alabama resident...
AARP fraud helpline 1-877-908-3360 — scam help available to all Alabama residents. Useful for family members worried about a senior being isolated, controlled, or financially manipulated by a caregiver or relative. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential; reporters' names are not shared with the suspected abuser. Most elder abuse is financial and most perpetrators are family members — adult children with substance abuse or gambling problems are the most common pattern. All services free of...
How many elder abuse & protection resources are in Alabama?
Elders Corner tracks 14 elder abuse & protection resources for seniors and caregivers in Alabama.
Are elder abuse & protection resources in Alabama free?
14 of the 14 listed elder abuse & protection resources in Alabama are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Alabama have elder abuse & protection resources?
Resources serve multiple cities and counties in Alabama.
What are some examples of elder abuse & protection resources in Alabama?
Featured entries include Alabama: Elder Abuse, National Center on Elder Abuse, NAPSA - Adult Protective Services, DOJ Elder Justice Initiative, AARP Fraud Watch Network.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
0 of 14 Alabama elder abuse & protection listings include phone numbers.