How to spot financial abuse
If someone is trying to manipulate, coerce, influence, undermine, check up on or control any of the following, ask yourself ‘why?’ If there’s a valid reason such as illness, vulnerability or genuine concern, that’s fine. If not, you need to question their motives. Most importantly, take action.
Work
No one should insist you should stop working if you don’t want to. Talk to someone you trust.
Your bank accounts / credit cards
If someone has access to your account and you’re not happy with the situation, talk to your bank or building society. Check your balances and credit status regularly.
Debt
If someone is running up a debt in your name or looking at your finances without your consent it might be a crime. Monitor your finances closely.
Savings
If someone has taken these without permission, you need to seek help. Keep track of your savings.
Will
It’s your will and any attempt to change it against your wishes is against the law.
