FBI Elder Fraud

Elder Abuse & Protection · Vermont · Free

FBI resources on common scams targeting seniors. Report fraud to ic3.gov. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor who suspects something is wrong but isn't sure what to do. 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.

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More Elder Abuse & Protection in Vermont

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. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, explo
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. A starting point for any senior, family member, o
Better Business Bureau Scam Tracker — Report and search reported scams in your area to protect yourself and others. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitati