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Is there any legal help or protection for a senior who is not mentally or physically able to handle their own affairs and finances and who has a child that has taken control of said welfare and finances who is abusing his authority and position to serve his own personal need rather then serve the best interests and wishes of the senior?
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Posted on / Oct. 05, 2010 10:54:00

I agree with Mr. Feldman. First and foremost, you need to file with the Adult Protective Services in the county where the senior resides. Also, most county�s have an Elder Abuse division with the District Attorney�s office. You should contact both agencies to begin the investigation. You can also contact an elder law attorney to find out about filing a financial elder abuse action against the abuser. In addition, there could be emotion or physical elder abuse issues as these issues often go hand in hand with financial abuse.

The senior may need to be under a Conservatorship because of his/her inability to manage his or her own affairs. I would recommend that you speak with an elder law attorney in your county for further assistance.

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Anonymous
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Posted on / Oct. 05, 2010 10:54:00

I agree with Mr. Feldman. First and foremost, you need to file with the Adult Protective Services in the county where the senior resides. Also, most county�s have an Elder Abuse division with the District Attorney�s office. You should contact both agencies to begin the investigation. You can also contact an elder law attorney to find out about filing a financial elder abuse action against the abuser. In addition, there could be emotion or physical elder abuse issues as these issues often go hand in hand with financial abuse.

The senior may need to be under a Conservatorship because of his/her inability to manage his or her own affairs. I would recommend that you speak with an elder law attorney in your county for further assistance.

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Disclaimer: The above answer does not create an attorney/client relationship. My responses are intended to provide general information about the question posted.

The information provided on this site should not be used as a substitute for conferring with or hiring a competent legal advice from a licensed attorney that practices in the subject area in your state.

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