Join a free virtual AARP HomeFit workshop on July 15 at 10 a.m. to learn practical tips and strategies for transforming your residence into a lifelong home.
The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society.
The iconic Smokey Bear turns 81 this year, and we will celebrate his birthday with gusto. We hear that Smokey Bear will appear for pictures and “paw-tographs” at Sequoyah, Lake Murray and Roman Nose State Parks. The celebration activities include a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, games, prizes and giveaways, and a special fire prevention demonstration by Smokey Bear and the U.S. Forest Service.
AARP Oklahoma grants eight Community Challenge awards to assist residents of all ages, particularly older adults, in enhancing their living experiences, mobility, and connections within their neighborhoods.
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.
Soaring electric bills due to record heat and recently revealed true costs from last year’s winter weather event warrant immediate action by the Corporation Commission.
AARP Oklahoma announced four organizations will receive 2022 Community Challenge grants. These organizations are part of the largest group of grantees to date, with $3.4 million awarded among 260 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement quick-action projects that help communities become more livable in the long-term by improving public places; transportation; housing; diversity, equity and inclusion; digital access; and civic engagement, with an emphasis on the needs of adults age 50 and over.
AARP Oklahoma and additional parties signed a settlement agreement today which includes no utility rate increase and no increase to fixed monthly customer charges for Oklahoma Gas & Electric’s (OG&E) customers. The filed settlement agreement also rejects OG&E’s request for annual rate adjustments and provides additional assistance for low-income OG&E customers.
AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2022 Oklahoma Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors 50+ Oklahomans who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.