AARP has a long history of supporting veterans and military families. This includes about six million military service members who are AARP members today. At AARP Florida, we’re providing Florida-specific resources for veterans across our state.
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the selfless work of caregivers across the country. This month highlights the challenges faced by family caregivers, celebrates their dedication, and raises awareness about the support they need. Whether caring for an aging parent, a child with special needs, or a loved one with a chronic illness, caregivers play a crucial role in providing comfort and stability.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year...for both you and scammers. According to a 2023 AARP Holiday Shopping Fraud report, 80% of U.S. consumers have experienced holiday-related fraud. But what are the top scams? Here’s what you need to know to stay safe this holiday season:
Jacksonville, Fla. – Excitement is building as AARP and the City of Jacksonville finalize plans to offer great music, great fun and a wonderful, family-friendly event over Memorial Day weekend at the 32 nd Jacksonville Jazz Festival May 22-26. It’s the biggest in a series of fun, informational and educational events planned this year in Jacksonville.
Jacksonville, Fla. – Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown and AARP Florida State Director Jeff Johnson today announced that AARP will be the presenting sponsor of the 2014 Jazz Festival May 22-26.
Jacksonville, Fla. – AARP officially unveiled the new look of the No. 24 Drive to End Hunger Chevrolet SS Friday at the Prime Osborn III Convention Center during the Jacksonville International Car & Truck Show, drawing the attention of enthusiastic race fans and car enthusiasts from across the First Coast.
St. Petersburg, Fla. – AARP Florida is partnering with the Tampa Bay Times, Bay News 9 and St. Petersburg College to broadcast a live debate in the general election race to succeed the late Republican U.S. Rep. C.W. Bill Young.
Expanding access to affordable quality health care and fighting to protect consumers and vulnerable seniors are part of AARP’s legislative focus in 2014, AARP Florida State Director Jeff Johnson announced today.
Identity theft, investment fraud and scams rob millions of Americans of their hard-earned money every year. Research shows that more than $20 billion was stolen from about 13 million victims in 2012, according to the latest Javelin Strategy and Research reports on identity fraud. Older adults tend to be bilked out of about $3 billion every year. With AARP’s Fruad Watch Network, you will learn the tricks of the con trade to better protect yourselves.