Jul
2012
2012
Senior Fraud: Retaliate by Reporting
A recently defrauded Oklahoma senior citizen admitted, “I felt like I had ‘stupid’ written across my forehead." This common reaction of...
Jul
2012
2012
Preventing Senior Fraud
Medicare, investments, and prepaid funerals represent just a few of the areas in which you may become a victim of fraud. Unfortunately, the...
Jun
2012
2012
Summer Heat Can Be Deadly
Anyone who lives in Oklahoma knows the summer temperatures can be dangerous and even deadly, especially for children. Already this year, seven...
Jun
2012
2012
OID Stats Show a Slam Dunk
The 2012 NBA playoffs have brought great excitement to the state. The Thunder’s series with San Antonio has also come with some pretty amazing...
May
2012
2012
Teens and Parents: Beware of “100 Deadliest Days”
Summertime means parties, vacations and fun but it can also be a very dangerous time for teenagers. The American Automobile Association calls the...
Jan
2012
2012
Bridging the Gap Between Retirement and Medicare: Early Retirement Health Insurance Options
Many baby-boomers are facing the prospect of retirement. For some in this age bracket a lifetime of hard work will add up to a good pension and...
Dec
2011
2011
Impaired Driving is More Than Just a Holiday Problem
Holiday seasons are filled with social events – good times with good friends – and more than a few warnings against drinking and driving....
Dec
2011
2011
Space Heater Fire Risk Calls for Caution and Insurance Coverage That is Up-to-Date
As bitter winter weather approaches, some Oklahomans will turn to the warmth of space heaters to keep their homes hospitable. Too often, comfort...
Oct
2011
2011
During Medicare Open Enrollment, When in Doubt, Ask OID’s SHIP and SMP
Medicare open enrollment has begun, bringing with it both the opportunity for seniors to tailor their coverage to their needs and budgets and the...
Sep
2011
2011