More than 100 wildfires around Oklahoma ravaged communities and destroyed hundreds of structures. We have compiled a list of government, nonprofit and other resources that offer information or assistance to those impacted.
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.
The AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program is offering free tax preparation services across Oklahoma until April 15, focusing on adults with low to moderate income.
AARP Oklahoma is urging state lawmakers to support a new bill to provide unpaid family caregivers of older adults a much-needed tax break. The Caring for Caregivers Act would provide financial relief to family caregivers who pay for items such as home safety modifications, medical equipment or home health care to help keep their loved ones at home. It would also help mitigate more costly taxpayer-funded nursing home expenses.
During extremely cold weather or winter storms, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Winter storms can bring severely cold temperatures, power failures, loss of communication services and icy roads. To keep yourself and your loved ones safe, prepare your home and your car before a winter storm hits.
AARP Oklahoma is supporting two pieces of legislation under consideration that would aid in the fight against criminals who use telephones and text messages to defraud Oklahomans.
Grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable in the long term by improving public spaces, transportation, housing, civic engagement, coronavirus recovery, diversity and inclusion and more.
AARP Oklahoma is accepting nominations for the 14th annual AARP Oklahoma Native American Elder Honors which celebrates 50 Native American elders who have positively impacted our country, state, communities and Indian Country.
Find out how AARP Oklahoma is intervening to ensure Oklahomans have affordable and reliable utilities and fighting against unreasonable utility rate hikes.
A recent survey commissioned by AARP shows widespread support from Oklahoma voters age 50 and older for increasing access to affordable high-speed internet statewide.
AARP Oklahoma issued a statement regarding the Oklahoma Corporation Commission ruling regarding Oklahoma Gas & Electric’s (OG&E) rate case. AARP Oklahoma believes the ruling will put further financial pressure on older Oklahomans on fixed incomes.