In a concerted effort to safeguard senior citizens from increasingly prevalent scams, Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly and Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino are partnering to host a series of educational seminars this spring. The initiative aims to equip seniors and their caregivers with the knowledge and tools necessary to recognize, report, and combat fraudulent schemes.
Senior citizens, often targeted due to their limited familiarity with modern technology and scam tactics, face heightened risks of manipulation. Factors such as loneliness and medication-related vulnerabilities can exacerbate their susceptibility.
The seminars will cover a range of topics including:
- Common scam tactics and how to identify them
- Steps to take if you suspect a scam
- Practical strategies for safeguarding personal information
- Resources for reporting fraudulent activities
These sessions will be held on March 13 at 1:30pm at the William P. Bennett Hicksville Community Center, located at 28 W. Carl Street in Hicksville, and on March 31at 1:30pm at Marjorie Post Park Community Center, located at 451 Unqua Road in Massapequa.
“Protecting our seniors is a top priority,” Saladino said. “By working with District Attorney Donnelly, we are taking proactive steps to ensure that our elderly community members are informed and empowered against deceitful tactics.”
“My office is dedicated to combating fraud using all the tools at our disposal, and community engagement is vital to keeping Nassau County safe,” Donnelly added. “Through these educational seminars, seniors will learn how to spot the warning signs of a scam and, most importantly, protect themselves and their finances. Working together with leaders like Supervisor Saladino, we can fight back against senior scams across our county and blunt their impact on our most vulnerable residents.”
Residents are encouraged to attend these seminars to gain valuable insights and share the information with family and friends.