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Scenario

When Your Lonely Parent Falls for Romance Scams

I found out my mom has been sending $500 a month to a 'boyfriend' she met online who she's never actually seen in person, and she gets furious when I try to explain it's a scam.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The desperate human need for connection can override rational judgment, making even obvious deception feel like genuine love.

Your guide for this
Zera
Zera works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Money and aging parents — the financial caregiving challenge?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.