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AARP is Investing $156,000 in Florida Communities as Part of Nationwide Grant Program

This year, AARP Florida is proud to celebrate 10 organizations across the state who will receive 2025 Community Challenge grants. The funds will support efforts to improve public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and other key areas. The grants are part of AARP’s $4.2 million commitment to fund 383 quick-action projects aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, with a focus on the needs of older adults.

Don't Be Alarmed, Stay Calm and Prepared: Hurricane Season's Here

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.

AARP Florida Releases 2025 Legislative Voting Record

Check out the 2025 Legislative Voting Record. This annual publication includes detailed information on key legislation affecting older adults, votes taken during committee meetings, and final actions by the full House and Senate.

AARP Florida Opposes Proposed Excessive Rate Hike by Florida Power & Light

Florida Power & Light (FPL) is proposing an increase that will impact many Floridians, especially seniors on fixed incomes. This proposal raises the minimum base bill for residential customers from $25 to $30—forcing them to pay more regardless of their actual energy usage.

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AARP Florida is searching for our next volunteer State President. Will it be you?

By Ann Marie Flannery, OCT 27, 2014

Are you a passionate, strategic thinker with outstanding leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and inspire others? Do you have a passion for issues that impact the more than 7 million Florida residents age 50+? If so, we have a once-in-a-lifetime volunteer opportunity for you!

AARP: Use of Association’s Name, Logo in Florida 2nd Congressional District Political Ads Not Authorized

By Dave Bruns, OCT 22, 2014

St. Petersburg, Fla. – Today, after learning of its name and logo appearing in campaign ads attacking Congressman Steve Southerland in the race for Florida’s 2nd Congressional District, AARP Florida issued the following statement by State Director Jeff Johnson:

Nonpartisan AARP Florida Issues Voter Guides to Let You Know Where Sunshine State Candidates Stand on Issues That Matter to You

By Dave Bruns, OCT 7, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Gray is Gold: 50+ Add $429 Billion to Florida

By Dave Bruns, SEP 29, 2014

AARP Report: Florida’s “Longevity Economy” Responsible for $429B in State GDP, 6 Million Jobs

Where Does Florida Fit In The New 'Longevity Economy?'

By Dave Bruns, SEP 25, 2014

Media Advisory

Recharge your inner “Techie” with AARP TEK

By Victoria Funes, AUG 22, 2014

Technology, Education & Knowledge: That’s what AARP TEK stands for, and based on feedback from the hundreds that have attended workshops to date, it also stands for empowerment, access and fun.

Join AARP Jacksonville for our Boomer Academy series

By Dave Bruns, AUG 21, 2014

Jacksonville, Fla. -- AARP is offering an innovative new approach to helping people 50+ find trusted tips and tactics to deal with the life choices facing everyone age 50+ -- and it's getting its start in Jacksonville.

AARP Florida informs voters on key 2014 issues

By Dave Bruns, AUG 21, 2014

It started months ago – a relentless barrage of negative TV ads, where each side in the 2014 elections attacks the other. Add in constant partisan chatter elsewhere on TV, and voters can face a big challenge separating the spin and the substance.