This article discusses consumption among Brazilian low-income elderly people and the importance of considering educational interventions designed for this population. The discussion stems from a participant observation research, developed by means of a pedagogical action performed with elderly women, founded on popular educational principles and cultural-historical approach. Results showed that the participants collectively produced financial control strategies and new conceptual constructions

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... f consigned credit mechanisms. Lastly, some principles advocate the generation of educational practices that promote empowering and protagonism among elderly consumers.