Florida Caregiver Accused of Stealing Nearly $100K from Elderly Patient

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A 38-year-old Jacksonville caregiver named Stacy Gordon has been accused of stealing nearly $100,000 from one of the elderly patients she was caring for. Authorities say Gordon used the victim's personal information to open a fraudulent credit card account that was linked to her own business, Companion Care, and she allegedly stole $98,075.95 from the victim between April and November 2024.

Why it matters

This case highlights the vulnerability of elderly patients to financial exploitation by their own caregivers, who are entrusted with their wellbeing. It raises concerns about oversight and accountability measures for home healthcare businesses and the need for stronger protections for seniors against fraud and theft.

The details

According to detectives, the scheme began in February 2024 when Gordon allegedly used the victim's personal information to open a fraudulent credit card account. That account was later linked to Gordon's Companion Care, the business she owned and operated. The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office began investigating in January 2025 after the victim reported missing money from her account. After a warrant was issued, Gordon was tracked down in New Jersey and brought back to Florida.

• In February 2024, Gordon allegedly opened a fraudulent credit card account using the victim's personal information.
• Between April and November 2024, authorities confirmed that Gordon took $98,075.95 from the victim.
• In January 2025, the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office began investigating after the victim reported missing money from her account.
• A warrant was issued, and Gordon was tracked down in New Jersey and brought back to Florida.

What’s next

Gordon is currently being held at the St. Johns County Jail and faces charges of scheme to defraud ($50,000 or more), criminal use of personal identification information, grand theft, and exploitation of an elderly person.