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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.
We are hearing very strong concerns from our members and all older Floridians. Too many older people are frustrated by their inability to understand when and where they can get vaccinated. And in some communities, a long history of systemic discrimination has left trust in tatters. This is jeopardizing the effectiveness of a brilliant scientific success in developing the vaccines.
Jamie Champion Mongiovi, a leader with extensive experience in strategic communications, media relations and legislative affairs in the state capital, will serve as AARP Florida’s new communications manager.
COVID-19 Infections Among Residents, Staff, Also On The Rise
Consumer confidence in the system of large, residential long-term care facilities has collapsed. Families are balking at placing their loved ones in facilities that have become Petri dishes for contagion, sending occupancy rates in nursing homes and assisted living facilities sharply down.
From Mid-October to November, State Outperformed National Average on Five Key Indicators, But Rate of COVID-19 Cases Rose
Advocating for improved conditions at long-term care facilities is AARP Florida’s top priority for the Legislature’s next regular session, which begins March 2.
Boca Raton resident Ken Thomas has received AARP Florida’s 2020 Andrus Award for Community Service.
A holistic coach and healthy chef that combines
primary food with secondary food in order to be balance in life.
From September to October, Indicators Improved as Virus Levels Dropped Across the Sunshine State; But Winter Could Bring New Challenges
The state’s 2.9 million family caregivers provide selfless assistance to loved ones, a task that has been particularly challenging during the pandemic.
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