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All the news that matters for 50+ Oklahomans
By 2035, more than 82 million people are projected to rely on Social Security, roughly 13 million more than today.
Summers in Oklahoma are scorchers. As the hot-weather season hits, people need to be more careful than ever to stay cool and avoid overheating and illness, particularly as they get older.
Join us at Guthrie Green in Tulsa for 18 sound bath and guided meditation events to nurture your mind and body throughout the year.
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.
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.
Guess what PSO customers… you said #No2PSO and the Corporation Commission listened! PSO asked for $130 million rate increase, but the Corporation Commission said no and, instead, agreed to a $14 million increase. You raised your voice and the Corporation Commission listened. Plus, since you’ve been paying $75 million in PSO interim rates since January, you will now be eligible for a refund. AARP Oklahoma is proud to fight for affordable utilities and for you!
Holidays have always been full of family fun for us, but I’ve also used them as a time to observe how my parents are doing on their own and talk about changes. It can be tough, creating a celebratory mood while also dealing with serious family issues, such as driving, personal care, and finances. Here are my top tips for successful conversation.
In the “how low can you go” category, scammers often target veterans – either in direct scams offering bogus services, or in charity scams that closely mimic the names of legitimate organizations helping veterans and military families. Warn your loved ones of these top tricks:
Election day is drawing near and you have to be prepared...
Right now, there are an estimated 524,000 family caregivers in Oklahoma providing 488 million hours of care. That equals about $6 billion in unpaid care annually for older parents, spouses and other loved ones to help them stay at home—and out of costly institutions. That's why AARP Oklahoma fights for commonsense solutions to give our caregivers support, resources, training and more.
Two new state laws are expected to improve access to health care, reduce medical costs and better support family caregivers. Backed by AARP Oklahoma, both measures take effect this month.
Two new state laws, which are expected to improve access to health care, reduce medical costs and better support family caregivers, take effect today, November 1, 2016.
It was a game day for the books! AARP OK partnered with Oklahoma State University Athletics to host a pregame tailgate party steps away from the entrance to T. Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Hundreds of people visited the AARP OK tailgate as AARP volunteers gave away 1500 OSU/ AARP OK branded rally rags, dozens of AARP t-shirts, pens and lip balm.Cowboys fans enjoyed complimentary food and drink at our tailgate tent and shared their views about Social Security at the Take A Stand listening post.
Before you head to the polls, be sure to take the time to educate yourself on the many State Questions on the ballot.
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