ABA Family Legal Guide

The Rights of Older Americans

A Right to Control Your Own Affairs

Money Management Services

How do money management programs help me keep control of my life?

A money management program may be able to help you by providing the financial management assistance you need in the way you want it. It may also help you avoid the need for guardianship. Money management services work on a voluntary basis, so you must be able to ask for help or accept an offer of help. Money management services may be particularly useful if you have no family or friends who are able or who you trust to act as your agent or trustee.