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.
AARP Delaware has named Ted Spickler the 2025 recipient of the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association’s most prestigious volunteer tribute. Named for AARP founder Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, the award honors individuals who embody her motto: "To serve, not to be served."
IN ENGLISH | El costo de la energía no es solo un asunto de política pública: es una lucha diaria para muchos residentes de Nueva York. Estas recomendaciones de AARP buscan traer justicia, transparencia y alivio a los hogares en todo el estado. Ya sea deteniendo aumentos de tarifas injustos o haciendo que los programas de asistencia sean más accesibles, hay pasos reales que los líderes pueden tomar ahora mismo.
AARP Texas is working to protect customers from excessive hikes in their electricity bill, and we urge Texans to join our fight against Oncor's proposed rate increase.
The AARP Pickleball Clinic experience is coming to New Jersey and we are excited to offer you a chance to learn and play this popular sport! The clinics will consist of an on-court guided session with licensed instructors and focus on warm up, basic technique, skills building, and game play for players of all levels. Pickleball is a fun way to connect with friends, stay fit* and support your brain to help your health and happiness live as long as you do.
The holidays can be stressful for anyone. Not surprisingly, working caregivers and those caring for parents tend to feel the most stressed. In New Hampshire, there are more than 168,0000 family caregivers juggling work, family and creating holiday memories for their loved ones.
AARP testified in favor legislation to regulate cryptocurrency ATMs in Massachusetts. The bill includes fee caps, daily limits, and transparency, The effort has strong backing from law enforcement and follows similar AARP-led laws in 18 states.