Dealing with finances is difficult enough as it is when you're young, but it somehow manages to get worse when you get older. While everyone's circumstances are different, one thing is clear—creating a plan is a crucial step for protecting your finances. If you feel like you aren't well-prepared from a financial standpoint, it's not too late to make some important changes. To help you get started, we've come up with the best tips for managing and protecting finances for the elderly.