That the vast majority (82%) said their loved one experienced adverse financial effects due to their substance abuse disorder may not surprise you. Stinchcombe has a family member who has dealt with substance abuse issues. Few can speak more eloquently about the financial costs of substance abuse than Eric Dresdale, 35. Dealing With Substance Abuse and Elder Financial AbuseIf you’re wondering why a company specializing in preventing elder financial abuse would venture into substance abuse, Stinchcombe said there’s a pretty strong connection. Sadly, aside from trying cards like True Link’s, families can rarely find help from the financial services world when dealing with the costs of addiction.

Source: Forbes December 27, 2018 16:32 UTC