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The 17th annual AARP Oklahoma Native American Elder Honors celebrated 49 Native American elders from 23 Oklahoma tribal nations for their achievements, community service, and impact. Since 2009, AARP Oklahoma has recognized over 800 Native American elders from the state's 39 tribal nations.
Join us at Guthrie Green in Tulsa for 18 sound bath and guided meditation events to nurture your mind and body throughout the year.
New law introduces critical state-level consumer protections for Oklahomans.
As federal SNAP benefits face potential suspension, thousands of Oklahomans, especially older adults, are wondering how they will put food on the table. But across the state, a network of food banks, tribal nations, and local organizations is stepping up to fill the gap.
As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
AARP strongly encourages people who have Medicare to review their options each year during Medicare’s open enrollment period and choose the plan or plans that best fit their needs.
One by one, the names and accomplishments of 50 Indian Elders were shared with an audience of more than 700 at AARP Oklahoma’s 8 th Annual Indian Elder Honors celebration at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63 rd, Oklahoma City on Monday, October 10, 2016. As the distinguished honorees were announced, they stood to applause and a medallion was presented. CLICK HERE TO WATCH A VIDEO RECAPPING THE EVENING
Across a spectrum of political views, 87 percent of likely Oklahoma voters support services that can help people live in their own homes as they age, according to a recent nonpartisan SoonerPoll. Most respondents support home- and community-based services such as hospice care, home health care, visiting nurses, transportation, home-delivered meals, senior centers, help with housekeeping, respite care and a central place for caregiving information.
AARP Oklahoma is hosting a teletown hall on Thursday, September 29 at 10am to discuss the upcoming Corporation Commission ruling on the PSO electric rate increase request. PSO has asked for, at last count, $137 million dollars from their customers. This could mean increases in monthly bills by as much as 14%! The teletown hall will be hosted by AARP Oklahoma State Director, Sean Voskuhl with Deborah Thompson, who represents AARP at the Commission in utility matters.
By: Mark Nichols, Associate State Director Advocacy
One day. Four locations. 70 volunteers. Thousands of Oklahomans served.
AARP Oklahoma presents Movie in the Park, “Catch Me If You Can”, at Guthrie Green on Thursday, September 8, 2016. Bring your chairs and blankets for the free movie, plus free gourmet popcorn and beverages courtesy of AARP Oklahoma.
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This year you have not one, not two, but three volunteer opportunities for AARP's Day of Service on Monday, September 12, 2016. Join us in Oklahoma City, Shawnee or Tulsa as we roll up our sleeves to participate in local community service projects.
Car-Fit is a free, educational program that offers drivers the opportunity to check how well their vehicles "fit" them. A team of trained technicians and/ or health professionals help each participant to ensure they "fit" their vehicle properly for maximum comfort and safety.
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