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As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a chance to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made by America’s 63 million family caregivers every single day.
New Data Show 24% Of Adults In Florida Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
New Report Reveals Declining Quality in Florida Nursing Homes Following Private Investor Acquisition
AARP Florida’s latest nursing home quality report reveals troubling trends as private investment group acquisitions reshape the state’s long-term care sector.
AARP Florida is expressing strong concerns about Florida Power & Light’s (FPL) newly filed settlement agreement, noting that it prioritizes corporate and business interests over the needs of residential customers.
On August 22, AARP Orlando brought the Hispanic community together for a powerful day of health, culture and connection at “Caring for Familia: Hispanic Wellness Forum."
As we enter a new season, AARP continues to show up across Florida as both a wise friend and a fierce defender. Our mission remains rooted in protecting the interests of older adults and ensuring that every Floridian can age with dignity, security, and purpose.
Few places in Florida have faced as many challenges recently as Taylor County. Nestled in Florida’s Big Bend region and known as the ‘Tree Capital of the South,’ this rural community has endured three major hurricanes in just 13 months, including Hurricane Helene whose Category 4 force left the coastal towns of Keaton Beach and Steinhatchee devastated.
In Southwest Florida, one organization has a an ambitious task of uniting residents, leaders, and thought partners to tackle the region’s toughest social issues — and it's a winner of AARP's Community Challenge grant!
The fight against scams and fraud targeting older Americans took center stage in Miami-Dade County this week, as Jeff Johnson, State Director for AARP Florida, testified before the Senator Rick Scott and the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging during a field hearing focused on protecting seniors from financial exploitation.
On Monday, AARP Florida staff and volunteers brought a powerful message to the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC): Florida’s older residents, families, and those living on fixed incomes can’t afford another costly utility rate increase.
Throughout August, AARP is partnering with cities and local governments across Florida to illuminate buildings, monuments, and to sign proclamations as part of the Skyline Salute, a nationwide tribute honoring Social Security’s 90th anniversary.
Tampa Bay is "moving" towards a more livable future! AARP is happy to announce that The City of Tampa is one of ten winners of this year's Community Challenge Grant program — a meaningful contribution towards transforming the city's transportation system.
The Tampa Bay Times, in partnership with AARP Florida, will host a free community conversation on Social Security at the upcoming Spotlight Tampa Bay event, “Securing the Future: Social Security at 90.” The forum will take place at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14, at Feeding Tampa Bay, 3624 Causeway Blvd., Tampa.
On August 14, AARP recognizes the 90th Anniversary of Social Security. For nine decades, Social Security has been a stable and reliable foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans—and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come.
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