MINEOLA, New York — Nassau County Police Department Community Affairs is among the partners in a free scam-awareness presentation scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Mineola Memorial Library.
The county notice posted October 29, 2026 says the presentation is intended to help residents identify scams, learn how to report them and learn about recovery after becoming a scam victim. This is an announcement of an upcoming meeting, not a report of attendance or results.
Where to go and how to reserve
The meeting is scheduled at Mineola Memorial Library, 195 Marcellus Rd., Mineola. The presentation is free, but reservations are required. The county notice directs residents to call 516-571-6209 to register.
What the presentation will cover
The announced topics include financial abuse and exploitation, who is targeted and why, how exploitation happens, scams to watch for and possible warning signs of financial abuse. The program also lists ways to protect yourself and what to do after becoming a victim.
The notice describes education on recovery; it does not promise that attendees will recover lost money.
Police are one of several partners
Legislator Scott Strauss is hosting the presentation in partnership with County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Office of Crime Victim Advocate, Nassau County Office for the Aging, Nassau County Police Department Community Affairs and the Family & Children’s Association, according to the notice.
Residents can consult the official announcement for the listed schedule, location and reservation number.