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Hourglass: Taking Action Against Financial Abuse of Older People.

What is financial abuse?

Financial abuse is where someone in a position of trust interferes in an older person’s ability to acquire, use or maintain their finances. It is always a crime but not always prosecuted.

This report provides key information, advice, and support to help prevent and take action if someone you know is suffering from financial abuse.