Summers in Oklahoma are scorchers. As the hot-weather season hits, people need to be more careful than ever to stay cool and avoid overheating and illness, particularly as they get older.
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.
AARP Oklahoma is seeking nominations for its 17th annual Native American Elder Honors. The event spotlights the contributions of Native American elders to their communities, families, tribal nations and country.
Under a new city ordinance in Omaha, individuals or businesses operating or providing access to a cryptocurrency ATM must post a written notice that warns consumers of the potential fraud risks associated with using such machines.
FBI intelligence analyst Erin Smith says Kentuckians should know that being targeted by a scammer is not something to be embarrassed about. It can happen to anyone at any age, says Smith, who is based in Louisville.
Newly elected Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield talked with the Bulletin about ways to prevent fraud — and what drives him to protect older Oregonians.
AARP is helping the Indianapolis Public Library system expand its fraud prevention programming to combat rising fraud losses among older residents. The Outsmarting Scammers series will include consumer protection presentations from the Office of the Indiana Attorney General.