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.
The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society.
The iconic Smokey Bear turns 81 this year, and we will celebrate his birthday with gusto. We hear that Smokey Bear will appear for pictures and “paw-tographs” at Sequoyah, Lake Murray and Roman Nose State Parks. The celebration activities include a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, games, prizes and giveaways, and a special fire prevention demonstration by Smokey Bear and the U.S. Forest Service.
A new AARP Hawai`i/Smart Growth America report estimates that 1,442 affordable rental and home ownership covenants will expire by 2030, and more than 10,000 units could be in danger of losing their affordable status between 2030 and 2045 unless funding and/or incentives can be found to keep the units affordable.
In 2025 we're bringing fraud events to seven North Dakota towns and offering a wide range of virtual events to show you how to safeguard yourself from fraud.
Social Security is your money; you earned it through a lifetime of hard work. Nearly one in five Hawai‘i residents, 282,623 people, receive Social Security benefits, and 30% of residents 65 and older rely on the program for at least half of their income.
I can give you 90 million reasons to plant a tree and not one reason not to unless you are not interested in caring for that tree during your lifetime. Trees grow slowly, heal slowly, and die slowly.
Join AARP Indiana in Evansville on Friday, May 9th for their annual 2025 Shred Day! Between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM Central Time, you can bring your sensitive documents to Wessleman Woods in Vanderburgh County for shredding. AARP Evansville volunteers will be onsite to ensure your papers are securely destroyed. We look forward to seeing you there!
AARP Massachusetts provides presentations on a number topics related to and relevant to our older population. If you're interested in scheduling a presentation click here.
Pickleball is rapidly becoming one of the most popular sports across all age groups, and for good reason. This easy-to-learn game offers more than just a fun way to stay active.