AARP Oklahoma commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, co-sponsored by Rep. Tom Cole, offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses. It addresses the significant personal and financial sacrifices caregivers make to support their loved ones. On average, family caregivers spend over $7,200 annually—26% of their income—on out-of-pocket expenses.
AARP Oklahoma is hosting an interactive telephone town hall and will discuss the latest frauds and scams and share free resources from the AARP Fraud Watch Network, on April 16 at 10 a.m. CST.
The new Caring for Caregivers Eligibility Tool walks family caregivers in Oklahoma through five questions to determine if they qualify for the family caregiver tax credit.
AARP Oklahoma presented a $5,000 honorary grant check to Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources and Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service to support OSU’s rural broadband outreach program.
While an investigation is underway and subject to a hearing in early November, OG&E unilaterally opted to saddle customers with another rate hike. AARP Oklahoma intervened at the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, objecting to OG&E's plan for the collection of a $424 million fuel adjustment charge from customers.
Ask questions and find out about the latest Social Security benefits, what the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) means to your pocketbook and how to spot Social Security scams.
The annual Medicare open enrollment period runs Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 and AARP wants to ensure older Oklahomans know about coverage options and potential help paying out-of-pocket costs.
Register for the free, virtual workshop that explores how communities can provide safe, affordable housing options for individuals and families of all backgrounds, incomes and abilities.
988 is a direct line to behavioral health professionals that can open the door for all Oklahomans to seek the help they need while sending the message that healing, hope and help are happening every day.