Protecting Members—The Essential Role Credit Unions Play in Preventing Elder Financial Abuse
Elder financial abuse is one of the fastest-growing forms of exploitation in the United States, affecting millions of older adults each year. As trusted financial institutions deeply connected to their communities, credit unions are uniquely positioned to help identify, prevent and respond to this growing threat. Staff members are often the first line of defense […]
Shared Branching: A Cooperative Service That Strengthens the Credit Union Movement
Shared branching is one of the most unique and valuable services offered within the credit union industry. Built on the cooperative philosophy of “people helping people,” shared branching allows members of participating credit unions to conduct basic financial transactions at thousands of credit union locations nationwide, even when they are far from home. For credit […]