AARP Florida recognizes Tampa Bay resident for most prestigious award

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oct. 19, 2015

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AARP Florida recognizes Tampa Bay resident for most prestigious award
Tarpon Springs resident, Susan Traylor, awarded 2015 Andrus Award for Community Service

St. Petersburg, Fla. – AARP has selected Susan Traylor of Tarpon Springs to receive the 2015 AARP Florida Andrus Award for Community Service – AARP Florida’s most prestigious volunteer award for community service.

AARP Florida selected Traylor for volunteer service to her community in both Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs. As a registered nurse, Traylor provides medical aid to community members in need. Traylor also works with various agencies across Pinellas County, helping to educate the community about financial matters, scams, identify theft and healthcare. 

“Susan’s remarkable service has greatly benefited her community, supported AARP’s vision and mission, and inspired other,” said AARP Florida State Director Jeff Johnson. “Susan works tirelessly to assist local older adults, those that are disadvantaged and disabled, and veterans in the Tarpon Springs area, as well as throughout Pinellas County.”

The award will be formally presented to Traylor at 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 19, 2015, at a ceremony at the Citizens Alliance for Progress in Tarpon Springs. 

“This award stands as a symbol of one of AARP’s founding principles – that we can work together to improve the lives of all,” AARP Florida State President Ken Thomas said. “AARP has long valued the spirit of volunteerism and the important contributions volunteers make to their communities, neighbors and the programs they serve.”

AARP Florida Andrus Award honorees were chosen for their ability to enhance the lives of those around them, their dedication to improving their communities, and their ability to inspire others to volunteer.

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