FBI Elder Fraud

Elder Abuse & Protection · Iowa · Free

FBI resources on common scams targeting seniors. Report fraud to ic3.gov. 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. AARP's Fraud Watch Helpline and the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov are practical resources before and after a scam. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.

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More Elder Abuse & Protection in Iowa

  • National Center on Elder Abuse — NCEA — federally funded resource on preventing elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Useful for family members worried about a senior bein
  • NAPSA - Adult Protective Services — National Adult Protective Services Association — find your state APS to report elder abuse. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank
  • DOJ Elder Justice Initiative — US Department of Justice resources on prosecuting elder abuse and financial fraud. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighb
  • AARP Fraud Watch Network — Free helpline 1-877-908-3360 for fraud help. Scam alerts and prevention. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "
  • FTC Consumer Information — Federal Trade Commission scam alerts and consumer protection. Pass It On for older adults. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank
  • Better Business Bureau Scam Tracker — Report and search reported scams in your area to protect yourself and others. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor wh