This year, AARP Florida is proud to celebrate 10 organizations across the state who will receive 2025 Community Challenge grants. The funds will support efforts to improve public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and other key areas. The grants are part of AARP’s $4.2 million commitment to fund 383 quick-action projects aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, with a focus on the needs of older adults.
As the 2025 hurricane season ramps up in Florida, older adults and family caregivers face a critical responsibility: ensuring safety for themselves and their loved ones.
Check out the 2025 Legislative Voting Record. This annual publication includes detailed information on key legislation affecting older adults, votes taken during committee meetings, and final actions by the full House and Senate.
Florida Power & Light (FPL) is proposing an increase that will impact many Floridians, especially seniors on fixed incomes. This proposal raises the minimum base bill for residential customers from $25 to $30—forcing them to pay more regardless of their actual energy usage.
This May, in honor of Older Americans Month, AARP Pennsylvania joined PCN’s Focus on Aging Adults to discuss how Pennsylvania is supporting its rapidly growing older population. This year’s observance challenges outdated stereotypes and celebrates the contributions and potential of adults aged 50+.
Whether you’re looking to support a loved one or are interested in how to improve your own brain health, we have a resource for you! AARP and BECU are proud to present, “Discover the Science of the Aging Brain.”
Movies for Grownups is back with special showings of Karate Kid: Legends in June! You can register for a free viewing at select theaters in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, or Merrillville between June 3-7. Read on for more movie and registration information!
AARP Florida is proud to announce that Laura Streed has been named Director of Outreach and Engagement, effective June 8. Streed will succeed Dionne Polite, who is retiring after a distinguished tenure leading AARP Florida’s Outreach and Engagement team.
The Iowa legislature passed a bill to increase consumer protections and regulation of cryptocurrency kiosks. Iowans have lost millions of dollars to crypto kiosk fraud, and older Iowans are frequently the targets of these scams.
In June our natural world is brimming with beautiful colors, enchanting noises and entertaining movement as many plants and animals are at the peak of activity with warmer days. And it is a great time to explore healthy living!