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AARP Florida announces its 2026 legislative priorities, putting the needs of Floridians 50-plus at the forefront of the upcoming legislative session. This year’s agenda focuses on four critical areas that impact the quality of life for older adults and their families:
AARP Florida Announces Rapid Community Project Grants
Even as some of you are hearing the last notes of the song “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” we at AARP Florida are about to embark on “The Busiest Time of the Year”, the Florida legislative session. Advocacy is a core part of AARP’s mission, and at the state level, the legislative session is a rich if frenetic opportunity to advocate on a wide range of issues on behalf of Floridians ages 50 and over.
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.
Hurricane Michael hit north Florida in October, leaving a swath of destruction 80 miles wide. Older adults may be especially vulnerable during the rebuilding period, months after the state experienced this potent storm.
AARP Florida Tuesday urged Gov.-elect Ron DeSantis to work with the Legislature to seek reversal of a state decision to shorten the time period for retroactive eligibility for Medicaid reimbursement from three months to the first day of the month when application is made.
By Michelle Cerulli McAdams
There is some good news for Florida’s 3 million family caregivers: new deductions and credits beginning in the 2018 tax year.
St. Petersburg, Fla. –Annette Bellingar has been selected to receive the 2018 AARP Florida Andrus Award for Community Service -- AARP’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service.
Homeowners beware! Unscrupulous contractors are conning residents into surrendering their home insurance policy claim rights and benefits. In the wake of Hurricane Michael, these instances are sure to grow.
Three AARP Community Challenge grants totaling $29,000 aim to make communities more age-friendly.
Every 20 years the state Constitutional Revision Commission meets to decide if amendments to the Florida State Constitution are needed. Here are the slate of amendments you'll see on your ballots on Nov. 6.
With Hurricane Michael striking North Florida less than 30 days before the Nov. 6 general election, one urgent consideration for many Panhandle residents is how to cast their vote. Elections officials are working across the region to make it possible for all registered voters to cast their ballot, but the how-to details of voting in this election vary from county to county. We've got a breakdown for you.
Tallahassee, Fla. – Ever since the winds died down, community and nonprofit organizations have been gearing up and working to provide relief to Panhandle residents hit hard by Hurricane Michael on Oct. 10.
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