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The elderly and financial exploitation
The term financial exploitation is used when a person with dubious intentions improperly uses the money or property of another person.
This type of exploitation unfortunately occurs much too frequently, and even tops the list ahead of physical and psychological abuse. The people most affected are the elderly, since they are often the most vulnerable.
At Desjardins, exploitation of the elderly is a concern. Caisse employees have been made aware of the problem. They have learned to recognize the signs of financial exploitation and about the community services in place to help the elderly.
Our program to help seniors
What is financial exploitation?
What are the signs of financial exploitation?
What can you do if you witness or are a victim of financial exploitation?
How to avoid financial exploitation.
