What if I suspect elder abuse or financial exploitation was involved?

What this usually means

Contact Adult Protective Services in California at 1-833-401-0832. If a crime occurred, contact local law enforcement. The California Attorney General's office handles elder abuse complaints. If a financial institution was involved, file a complaint with the CFPB. Financial elder abuse is a crime in California — it can be prosecuted and civil remedies exist.

What to do next

• Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
• Find California county help for coroner contacts, vital records, cost tools, and paperwork.
• Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
• Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.

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