Oklahoma has enacted the Elder Exploitation and Abuse Act, a groundbreaking law aimed at protecting vulnerable adults from financial, physical, and emotional abuse. Effective November 1, 2025, this legislation empowers victims and their legal representatives to pursue civil claims against abusers, including caretakers. The law allows for the recovery of punitive damages, attorney fees, and court-ordered access to records.
To support the more than 490,000 family caregivers across Oklahoma, AARP Oklahoma and local partner organizations are inviting caregivers to attend the 2025 Oklahoma Family Caregiver Conference on November 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Panelists include AARP Oklahoma State Director Sean Voskuhl, Executive Vice President Oklahoma Bankers Association Fraud Division Sharon Lewis, and Liz Buser from the AARP Fraud Watch Network.
PSO wants the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to approve a $218 million rate hike. Join AARP Oklahoma and raise your voice before they raise your rates.
AARP Oklahoma is hosting an interactive telephone town hall on February 1 at 10 a.m. CST to explain eligibility requirements for the tax credit for family caregivers, answer your questions, and share family caregiving resources.
Join AARP Oklahoma at Senior Day at the Capitol on March 11. You'll have the opportunity to meet your lawmakers and share your views on important legislation.