Speak with your family, minister, doctor or trusted others to plan NOW for a safer environment. See the resource list. This quiz alone can give a snapshot of how likely you are to be targeted. Ideally, the scores of both quizzes should be combined for a full picture of vulnerability. The best way to track changes in health or emotional state is to have a regular baseline to compare with.
Absence aggravates vulnerability.
Consumer protection agencies coordinate with many senior service providers to prevent victimization of older citizens. Remember, physical limitations alone do not suggest that a person is unable to handle their financial affairs. Also, by knowing the older person's doctors, it is easier to be sure that their competency is being fairly evaluated. Providers who are responsible for their workers reduce the chance of exploitation. These behaviors can be indicators that the older person is intimidated or afraid to reach out for help.