Families should be on the lookout, and work with experienced legal and financial professionals, to help guard against financial exploitation.

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Some of the worst cases of financial exploitation concern the elderly.

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While no one should ever enter into court proceedings like these lightly, when someone is convinced that another family member with power of attorney is abusing their authority to the detriment of the vulnerable adult, including financial exploitation, then seeking help in court is often the only option.

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Financial literacy is a crucial and often overlooked resource in helping survivors break free from the cycle of exploitation and partner violence.

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