AARP Oregon SpeakerBureau

AARP Oregon’s SpeakerBureau has skilled volunteers that can speak to your group both in-person and online! Our speakers provide FREE, virtual and in-person presentations that address the issues that matter most to Oregonians 50 and older.

If you are interested in requesting a speaker, please fill out this form.

Our speakers provide engaging presentations to groups including community organizations, private businesses, houses of worship, AARP chapters, and anyone who is interested in connecting with others and learning more.

We are volunteers dedicated to providing fun, interesting, and up-to-date educational programs to the public.

If you are interested in volunteering with the AARP Oregon SpeakerBureau, learn more here.

What presentations are available?

Social Security

• Understanding Your Benefits: Do you understand how Social Security works? Have you wondered what the differences between full, early, and delayed benefits are? This workshop focuses on building an understanding of the implications of Social Security claiming decisions. We’ll discuss what Social Security IS, when and how to claim your benefits, spousal and survivor benefits and the future of Social Security. We’ll also share more information and resources to help you make an informed decision, like the AARP Social Security Resource Center.
  Duration: 60 minutes

Fighting Fraud

• Fraud Watch Basics: Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? The AARP Fraud Watch Network is working to empower you in the fight, with proven resources and tools to help you spot and avoid identity theft and fraud. By taking a few practical steps, you have the power to fight back against fraud. This session will arm you with the latest data on fraud trends and provide tips and resources to protect yourself and your family.
  Duration: 60 minutes

Brain Health

• Six Pillars of Brain Health: It’s never too late to focus on your brain health! In this interactive session you will learn about the six pillars of brain health, activities that support brain health, and hopefully be inspired by others. This session is a good overview for anyone interested in learning more about brain health and will provide you with information on the latest research on brain health, lifestyle suggestions, and resources to learn more.
  Duration: 60 minutes

HomeFit

• Making Home Safe and Livable for All:
  AARP surveys consistently find that older adults want to remain in their current homes and communities for as long as possible. Yet barely one percent of the nation’s housing supply contains any “universal design” elements — such as single story living or a sink that can be reached from a wheelchair. That’s where AARP HomeFit comes in. Based on the free AARP HomeFit Guide, this presentation can help individuals and families make their current or future
  residence — or that of a loved one — their “lifelong home.”
  Duration: 60 minutes
  

Caregiving

• Prepare to Care:
  ​No matter where you are in your caregiving journey, a good framework, support network and resources to help guide you & your loved one can make things easier. Available Now: H/L (English and Spanish).
  Duration: 60 minutes

Driver Safety

• We Need to Talk:
  Accidents involving older drivers highlight the issue of driving safety among older adults. While most older adults are safe drivers, medical conditions, medication use, and reduced physical function can increase accident risks.
  This facilitated discussion helps families discuss driving safety with older adults, based on surveys of drivers over 50, focus groups with older adults who have modified their driving, and interviews with family caregivers of people with dementia.
  Duration: 60 minutes

Request a speaker today! If your group is ready for an engaging and motivating discussion from local AARP Oregon volunteers, please fill out this form.

Volunteer with us! If you are enthusiastic about public speaking and want to help educate your community on important topics like caregiving and fraud prevention then join our team!