It was estimated that older adults in the U.S. lost over $2.9 billion to fraud in 2011; that number has likely grown as the older population has increased.

In this edition of The Journal, we focus on the need for greater protection from various forms of abuse and highlight some examples designed to support the security of older people.

"...our report found that banks were beginning to adapt to the aging population by taking into account auditory, cognitive, mobility, and visual impairments in the design of various banking touch points."

The UN WEAAD is intended to remind us that leading a life of dignity free of abuse and violence is a human right of all older people.

ALMA is now considered to have the largest experience in the field of elder abuse in Europe.

Older people in the United Kingdom may be less likely to be the victim of crime than other age groups, but they can often be targeted by so-called ‘rogue traders’ or contractors.