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.
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 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.
Among the first of its kind in the nation, the new system will include key information on court-appointed guardians, including how many people they oversee, if they’re registered with the state and if there are disciplinary actions against them.
Experienced advocate Zayne Smith was promoted to Director of Advocacy and
former assistant Statewide Prosecutor Karen Murillo joins the state office team
Florida's specialized team of elder advocates are problem-solvers, trained in state and federal law and regulations, and they have a passion for what they do.
Florida’s database was the first of its kind, an innovation that seniors and their families should know about – especially as they prepare for hurricane season