We’re happy to announce that Civic Credit Union has earned the AARP BankSafe™ seal, with 95% of our staff receiving training to help identify and stop suspected financial exploitation of seniors. To receive AARP’s BankSafe™ seal, organizations need only achieve 80% staff participation.

Meeting your needs, protecting your assets

The BankSafe Initiative was developed by AARP to help financial institutions better meet consumers’ needs and safeguard their assets. BankSafe focuses on: 

• Preventing financial exploitation
• Empowering family caregivers
• Helping those with dementia
• Keeping banking access and digital tools simple

Through BankSafe, Civic employees receive the skills and confidence to spot exploitation and take action before there’s a problem.

Elder financial exploitation costs more than money

The average victim of elder financial exploitation loses up to $120,000, stripping victims of a significant part of their retirement savings. But its overall impact is much greater. Re-earning lost funds takes time and can lead to a decline in both mental and physical health. What’s more, with a victim’s funds depleted, family caregivers are often left paying for care when it’s needed. At Civic, we know that your financial life is more than money. Joining AARP in the fight against financial exploitation — keeping your money safe while providing you with real peace of mind — is a huge part of our mission.