Massachusetts AARP Fraud Watch

Elder Abuse & Protection · Massachusetts · Free

AARP fraud helpline 1-877-908-3360 — scam help available to all Massachusetts residents. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor who suspects something is wrong but isn't sure what to do. 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. No cost to older adults or the people helping...

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More Elder Abuse & Protection in Massachusetts

  • National Center on Elder Abuse — NCEA — federally funded resource on preventing elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers
  • 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. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdraw
  • AARP Fraud Watch Network — Free helpline 1-877-908-3360 for fraud help. Scam alerts and prevention. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor who sus
  • FTC Consumer Information — Federal Trade Commission scam alerts and consumer protection. Pass It On for older adults. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglec
  • FBI Elder Fraud — FBI resources on common scams targeting seniors. Report fraud to ic3.gov. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor who su