Fraud targeting older adults continues to rise at an alarming rate, placing vulnerable individuals at greater financial risk. As trusted financial partners, credit unions are often the first line of defense in identifying and preventing these crimes.
To support this critical role, the League System is proud to introduce the Elder Exploitation Prevention Toolkit—the second in a series of five member-focused toolkits that will be made available to credit unions throughout 2026. The complimentary toolkits are available for credit unions to customize and help educate members on an array of topics—from elder exploitation to credit union principles.
“The strength of the League System is a direct result of our intentional collaboration. By cooperating to underwrite the cost of these resources, Leagues are able to offer the toolkits to credit unions free of charge. Leagues know combatting financial elder abuse is a huge priority for credit unions, and we hope these resources will make it easy for credit unions of any size to educate members, equip staff, and inform their community,” shared American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) President Brad Miller.
The Elder Exploitation Prevention Toolkit is a comprehensive, ready-to-use resource designed to support credit unions efforts to fight elder financial fraud through staff support, member education and community awareness.
Fully customizable, the toolkit can be easily implemented across member communications, staff training programs, and community outreach efforts.
What’s Included in the Toolkit:
- Member-facing educational content to raise awareness
- Social media and outreach materials for community engagement
- Staff guides, checklists, and conversation starters
- Practical tools to support frontline teams
Credit unions are encouraged to use the toolkit during June’s Elder Abuse Awareness Month or at any time throughout the year that aligns with their outreach efforts.
By launching this toolkit series through its partnership with the American Association of Credit Union Leagues, the League System aims to strengthen the credit union movement’s collective ability to address critical member needs—starting with protecting older adults from financial exploitation.
Together, we can help protect what matters most.
For more information or to access the toolkit, please contact your League, or visit aacul.com/toolkit.
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The American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) is the national association for the state and
regional credit union leagues/associations throughout the United States. AACUL’s mission is to leverage the collective power of Leagues to create advocacy wins for credit unions and build a strong network of credit union associations. We do this by providing advocacy support to yield impact, fostering collaboration and professional development for league staff, and representing the League System to America’s Credit Unions and other industry partners in order to protect and advance a vibrant credit union system.
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