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Unauthorized changes are often a sign of fraud, identity theft or elder financial abuse, which can result in civil and criminal charges.

From MarketWatch

While estimates can vary greatly, elder abuse likely costs people billions of dollars a year.

From MarketWatch

Local authorities noted that the elder Guthrie’s home had a camera by the front door, but said that she had not paid for a subscription that would allow the footage to be backed up.

From Salon

A record number turned 65 last year—an age when health and elder care needs go up and Medicare coverage kicks in.

From The Wall Street Journal

She and elder sister Venus, who is still active on the WTA Tour, won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles and three Olympic golds together.

From BBC