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A free morning in Oklahoma City where 70 businesses, nonprofits and public agencies sit in one room and answer real questions. Here is what is on the floor, why it matters to the city and not only to the people who walk in, and how to come or take a booth.
Read the Full ArticleLife after 50 in Oklahoma is not a winding down. It is a proven turning point where life satisfaction, sense of purpose, and personal freedom begin to climb. Research shows that happiness follows a U-shaped curve, dipping in the early 50s before rising...
Read More →Assisted living and nursing homes sound similar but differ in care level, staffing, cost, and who pays. Here is a plain-language guide to telling them apart and choosing well.
Read More →The Second Half Expo is a free senior expo in Oklahoma City taking place Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St. Admission is free with an RSVP, no ticket needed. Attendees...
Read More →Every 15 seconds, someone in the United States becomes a target of financial fraud. Seniors are among the most frequently targeted groups, and Oklahoma is no exception. Whether it is a fake call from "the IRS," a text message claiming suspicious account...
Read More →In-home care is rarely covered by a single program, so most families build a patchwork: Medicare for short-term skilled needs, Medicaid waivers for ongoing personal care, VA benefits, insurance, home equity, and free community services. Here is how each piece works and the order to check them.
Read More →Every 36 seconds, an American dies from cardiovascular disease, and many of those deaths could be prevented with early detection. If you are over 50 and living in Oklahoma City, the good news is that a wide range of free and affordable health screenings...
Read More →Medicare late-enrollment penalties can add permanent surcharges to your premiums. Here is exactly how to avoid them, when to sign up, and what exceptions apply.
Read More →Finding help for aging parents in Oklahoma starts with understanding that you do not have to choose between supporting your loved ones and securing your own future. Adults in the sandwich generation can access Oklahoma-specific caregiver programs,...
Read More →Finding meaningful work after 50 means matching your decades of professional experience, personal values, and community interests with purpose-driven employment, consulting, or entrepreneurship. In Oklahoma, adults over 50 are launching encore careers in...
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