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All the news that matters for 50+ Oklahomans
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.
Join us at Guthrie Green in Tulsa for 18 sound bath and guided meditation events to nurture your mind and body throughout the year.
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.
Join Social Security 90th celebrations in Tecumseh and Tulsa. Also, snap a picture with the Golden Driller for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
AARP Foundation Experience Corps is partnering with "Literations" to assemble literacy coaches that will help Bay State first to third graders improve their literacy.
Here is the list of topics committee chairs brought to the Management Council before learning they will only have four meeting days.
Would you like a little encouragement and a nudge to begin (or continue) a walking routine?
Prevent Elder Fraud and Abuse
An annual lobby day at the Arkansas State Capitol brought out AARP members to advocate for caregiving, retirement legislation.
As we navigate through 2025, it's crucial to stay vigilant against the ever-evolving tactics of scammers. With advancements in technology, scammers are becoming more sophisticated, making it essential to be aware of the latest scams to protect yourself and your loved ones. Here are some of the top scams to watch out for in 2025, based on insights from AARP.
On Monday, April 7, 2025, AARP New Jersey hosted a pivotal event aimed at combating fraud: "Fraud 360 – Awareness, Prevention & Recovery." This summit, held in partnership with the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), brought together leading experts in cybersecurity and fraud investigation to shed light on the deceptive tactics used by scammers and provide attendees with essential strategies to protect themselves.
The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.
AARP fought plan that would have forced many to go to SSA office in person to apply
AARP Hawai`i welcomes former Maui County managing director Grant Chun to its Executive Council, a team of volunteers who provide strategic direction and leadership of AARP priorities in Hawai`i.
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