NCEA — federally funded resource on preventing elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. 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. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and...
National Adult Protective Services Association — find your state APS to report elder abuse. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers required by law to report suspected abuse — APS shields good-faith reporters. 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. Free, confidential, and available to any New Hampshire resident who...
US Department of Justice resources on prosecuting elder abuse and financial fraud. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. Anonymous reporting is allowed but limits APS's ability to follow up — leaving contact info helps the investigation. 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 service; donations support but...
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. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
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. Online and phone reporting are both available; for life-threatening situations, call 911 first. AARP's Fraud Watch Helpline and the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov are practical resources before and after a scam. Open at no cost to New Hampshire seniors and the families supporting them.
FBI resources on common scams targeting seniors. Report fraud to ic3.gov. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential; reporters' names are not shared with the suspected abuser. Scams targeting seniors stole over
billion in 2024 alone — IRS impersonation, grandparent scams, and romance scams lead the list. Free service; donations support but never gate access.
Report and search reported scams in your area to protect yourself and others. 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. Adult guardianship can be appointed by a court when capacity is gone; emergency guardianship is faster but temporary. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.
Fraud.org — report telemarketing and internet scams to NCL. Useful for family members worried about a senior being isolated, controlled, or financially manipulated by a caregiver or relative. Most reports lead to a home visit by an APS caseworker within 24-72 hours; emergency situations are prioritized. Adult guardianship can be appointed by a court when capacity is gone; emergency guardianship is faster but temporary. Free service; donations support but never gate access.
Free help for identity theft victims and prevention information. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. 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. Open at no cost to New Hampshire...
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Office for Older Americans — financial protection. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. 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. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdrawals, new "friends," missing belongings, or sudden POA changes. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential; reporters' names are not shared with the suspected abuser. AARP's Fraud Watch Helpline and the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov are practical resources before and after a scam. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.
Report suspected elder abuse in New Hampshire. Find your state APS via NAPSA. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers required by law to report suspected abuse — APS shields good-faith reporters. 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...
AARP fraud helpline 1-877-908-3360 — scam help available to all New Hampshire residents. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. Anonymous reporting is allowed but limits APS's ability to follow up — leaving contact info helps the investigation. Scams targeting seniors stole over billion in 2024 alone — IRS impersonation, grandparent scams, and romance scams lead the list. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
How many elder abuse & protection resources are in New Hampshire?
Elders Corner tracks 13 elder abuse & protection resources for seniors and caregivers in New Hampshire.
Are elder abuse & protection resources in New Hampshire free?
13 of the 13 listed elder abuse & protection resources in New Hampshire are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in New Hampshire have elder abuse & protection resources?
Resources serve multiple cities and counties in New Hampshire.
What are some examples of elder abuse & protection resources in New Hampshire?
Featured entries include National Center on Elder Abuse, NAPSA - Adult Protective Services, DOJ Elder Justice Initiative, AARP Fraud Watch Network, FTC Consumer Information.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
0 of 13 New Hampshire elder abuse & protection listings include phone numbers.