AARP Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) which oversees Oklahoma State Parks are proud to announce the grand opening of the 18th Heart Healthy Trail, located at Quartz Mountain State Park near Lone Wolf. And, make plans for your First Day Hike at one of 14 Oklahoma State Parks.
Start the new year on the right foot with AARP Oklahoma-sponsored First Day Hikes at 14 Oklahoma state parks on New Year’s Day. This nationwide tradition, launched by state park systems, encourages people to begin the year with healthy outdoor activities and to keep the momentum going all year long.
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.
Some Oklahoma family caregivers will soon qualify for financial help from the state through a new state tax credit aimed at helping offset the out-of-pocket costs that arise when caregiving. The tax credit is one of the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in the nation.
The Oklahoma County Sheriff, FBI, Oklahoma Insurance Department, and AARP Oklahoma are hosting the third annual Fraud Prevention Conference series on June 13, 20, and 27, with a drive-thru shred event on June 20. The seminars will cover various fraud prevention topics and feature experts discussing emerging scams targeting the 50-plus population.
Active-duty military and veterans lost more than $414 million to fraud and scams in 2022, up from $267 million in 2021 (a 55% increase), according to the Federal Trade Commission.