It is not uncommon for caregivers, relatives, and other trusted associates to prey upon elders for financial gain.
That may come about in many ways, but social isolation, dependence upon others, failing health and cognitive decline can make elders susceptible to abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Adult Protective Services typically uses trained investigators to detect exploitation and refer crimes to law enforcement. One could reasonably suspect exploitation when a 90-year-old makes a sudden change to a will to exclude a longstanding friend. Reporters may call local law enforcement, their state’s Adult Protective Services office or the U.S. Administration on Aging. As you cautioned, there is no time to waste.
Her grandfather, my husband, walked her down the aisle because all parties involved were still angry. Her parents and sister did not attend, although she and her sister have recently made up. I think my son and his wife would also like to reconcile, but Anabelle remains adamant that she doesn’t want to see them. As with most families, there’s a history of hurt feelings on both sides.
Our problem: Anabelle has asked us not to tell her parents she’s expecting. I feel this is wrong, but I am respecting her wishes. I know if I tell them at this late date or if they find out some other way, they will be understandably hurt and angry and may want to “kill the messenger.” I feel stuck in the middle of this heartbreaking situation. The worry over it is making me ill.
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