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I saw a similar question elsewhere on this site about this similar type of dilemma.
The first thing you need to do is report it to the APS (adult protective services). This is the first step especially if you can get a hold of actual proof such as hardcopy records to back up your claim.
Next, the best thing you can do is see if you can get the courts to help you to obtain guardianship of your mom. Guardianship given to the right person is guaranteed to stop anyone from scamming her any further. You can go after the thief and get the money back if you do it through the legal system because the judge will likely rule in your favor. These cases are probably time sensitive, so definitely act fast.
Another thing you need to know is that guardianship gives you access and control over your mom's money, but remember, guardianship has certain requirements. As a guardian, you'll probably be required to periodically account for every dime of her money. That means you won't be able to spend any of her money anywhere else but on her. Yes, you heard me right! Her money must be spent only on her, especially if she receives federal benefits. If you gain guardianship, you'll probably want to move her money to a new bank account with both her name and yours on it. Have the bank block access to the person in question, don't allow this person to have any of her money if you suspect elder fraud, (even if it turns out to not even be the case). You'll definitely need to make sure her immediate and most important bills are paid first along with her other basic needs for survival. Being a guardian will also allow you to control other aspects of her life such as medical decisions on her behalf. A guardian must always act in the best interest of the person. Communication with the person is always key, find out their wishes as long as they're of sound mind enough to be able to communicate those wishes. Communication is what will empower you to be able to successfully act on her behalf and keep her happy.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
A.
I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
B.
APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
C.
APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
E.
This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
Receipts, bank statements, something to prove it
The first thing you need to do is report it to the APS (adult protective services). This is the first step especially if you can get a hold of actual proof such as hardcopy records to back up your claim.
Next, the best thing you can do is see if you can get the courts to help you to obtain guardianship of your mom. Guardianship given to the right person is guaranteed to stop anyone from scamming her any further. You can go after the thief and get the money back if you do it through the legal system because the judge will likely rule in your favor. These cases are probably time sensitive, so definitely act fast.
Another thing you need to know is that guardianship gives you access and control over your mom's money, but remember, guardianship has certain requirements. As a guardian, you'll probably be required to periodically account for every dime of her money. That means you won't be able to spend any of her money anywhere else but on her. Yes, you heard me right! Her money must be spent only on her, especially if she receives federal benefits. If you gain guardianship, you'll probably want to move her money to a new bank account with both her name and yours on it. Have the bank block access to the person in question, don't allow this person to have any of her money if you suspect elder fraud, (even if it turns out to not even be the case). You'll definitely need to make sure her immediate and most important bills are paid first along with her other basic needs for survival. Being a guardian will also allow you to control other aspects of her life such as medical decisions on her behalf. A guardian must always act in the best interest of the person. Communication with the person is always key, find out their wishes as long as they're of sound mind enough to be able to communicate those wishes. Communication is what will empower you to be able to successfully act on her behalf and keep her happy.