AARP Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD), which oversees Oklahoma State Parks, are proud to announce the grand opening of the 19th Heart Healthy Trail, located at Quartz Mountain State Park near Lone Wolf. A ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 24 will mark a significant milestone in the statewide initiative to promote wellness and accessibility in Oklahoma’s natural spaces.
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.
To support the more than 490,000 family caregivers across Oklahoma, AARP Oklahoma and local partner organizations are inviting caregivers to attend the 2025 Oklahoma Family Caregiver Conference on November 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The AARP Oklahoma Native American Elder Honors, previously known as Indian Elder Honors, celebrates Native American elders who have positively impacted their community, family, tribal nation, and nation. This honor celebrates a lifetime of service by distinguished Native American elders who exhibit a love of family, dedication to culture, and respect for all people.
The state Legislature returns on Monday, Feb. 6, and AARP needs volunteers to help educate lawmakers about issues important to older Oklahomans. Volunteers can participate in person or virtually.
AARP Oklahoma's 2022 Andrus Awards and Volunteer Celebration virtually honored Oklahomans age 50-plus for their dedicated volunteer work across the state.
The Senior Planet Fellows is a pilot volunteer-led initiative to coordinate technology programs from Older Adults Technology Services from AARP (OATS).
The 14th annual AARP Oklahoma Native American Elder Honors event honored 40 Native American elders from 20 Oklahoma tribal nations for their achievements, community service and impact.
Without Congressional action, Social Security checks could be cut by $4,000 a year. Sign up to help protect Social Security and tell Congress that preserving and strengthening Social Security should be their number one priority.