Description:
This project focuses on serving the direct needs of elders who have experienced financial abuse. The project staffs a legal help line to provide supoprt, information and assistance, including revoking Powers of Attorney for Finances, assist victims in navigating the criminal justice system, and undertake personal advocacy by intervening and negotiating with creditors on behalf of victims, and referring elders to appropriate agencies for a broad range of assistance with other personal finance issues. Provides outreach as well.