A sobering picture of the elderly exploitation epidemic that reveals legitimate issues with a true crime story line. The author is a Florida detective recognized as an expert investigator of exploitation crimes who presents 11 shocking and factual investigations. He dispels the myths of this misunderstood crime while providing practical prevention advice.... How to recognize exploitation, expose exploiters and help them to incriminate themselves....Why you should not depend on the government for protection if you lose mental capacity.... Easy legal steps to take to prevent someone from emptying an elder's bank accounts. The author enlightens the reader with perspective through his first-hand investigative experiences.
This book expands on the discussion of elder abuse in the author's book Guardian Angels Inc. Financial Abuse of the Elderly provides a wealth of details and examples from cases Roubicek has handled. He brings the topic to life so that it will hit home with anyone who suspects a relative or caregiver of elder abuse. The book talks about how to protect a loved one from this terrible crimes. If you have anyone close to you who is elderly or approaching the aging years, reading this book is an absolute necessity!