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.
These Open House events are for those curious about pickleball or looking to connect with others who love the game. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this fun and welcoming event is your chance to hit the court, get free coaching, and make new pickleball friends.
We’re teaming up with the State Theater New Jersey for select Latino shows this fall! You can use the code, Music2025, for 20% off tickets for the two upcoming shows listed below and must put in the promo code first before selecting your seats in order for the discount to be applied.
Are you over the age of 50 and ready for some self-care? AARP Long Island presents: Walk with a Doc this spring, summer, fall and winter - in collaboration with the Long Island Walk With A Doc chapters and the Long Island Health Collaborative. During these walks, we aim to provide tips on health, lifestyles, and more. It will help spreads awareness of the things people can do to prevent and improve physical activity that will benefit both your physical and mental well-being!
A new study highlights health disparities between Black and white older adults in the District of Columbia. The study, completed by AARP District of Columbia in partnership with Georgetown University, shows that rates for heart failure, diabetes, stroke, COPD, and asthma were 2 to 3 times higher for Black older adults than for whites.
AARP Long Island is thrilled to collaborate with The John W Engeman Theater for discounts on select performances for in-person live theatrical entertainment! Stop by the AARP table in the lobby before, during, or after each show and meet AARP volunteers, staff, and other members and learn more about what AARP is doing in the local community!
This June we’re focusing the important information you need to know about to be able to spot and stop scams. Join us on June 11 for one of our FREE ice cream events for resources and conversation about how to stop criminal scammers and protect yourself and your loved ones! And, the free cone is on us!