Organizations that promote consumer protection services and advocacy and may provide consumer education. In many situations, this information can be used to file complaints on the consumer’s behalf.
The Attorney General’sConsumer Protection Section enforces state and federal laws designed to protect consumers from fraud, deception, and misrepresentation. The Section serves as the central clearinghouse in Virginia for consumer complaints. Complaints are assigned for handling within the Section or referred to the appropriate local, state, or federal agency having jurisdiction.
Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia, Inc. (HOME) is a private non-profit fair housing organization founded in 1971. HOME serves the Commonwealth of Virginia with a mission of ensuring equal access to housing for all people.
Older people often have regular income, accumulated savings, or equity in their homes. This makes them attractive targets for exploitation by con artists, unscrupulous family members, caregivers and others.
This Age in Action newsletter explores the financial exploitation of older adults and the possible role of legislative initiatives in preventing exploitation.