AARP Florida

As of June 6, the public hearings across Florida have concluded.

A portable or fixed standby electrical generator can be a big help after a hurricane. But AARP’s Florida state director urged Floridians to take care when using electrical power generators for backup power during power outages as hurricane season ramps up.

Get tips from AARP on preparing for the storm and resources to help you and your loved ones.

Homeowners’ insurance policies usually cover the cost of removing a fallen tree from a home if the home is damaged. But as residents of North Florida learned after Hurricane Michael, trees or storm debris that don’t fall on a home may not be covered.

Surge is not limited only to areas on a beach – incoming tides and wind can drive seawater into coastal canals, the Intracoastal Waterway and inland rivers and creeks.

AARP Florida is saddened to announce the passing of long-time volunteer and advocate Bill Ternent.

Do you have questions about the changes to Social Security policy going into effect this Monday (April 14, 2025)? You’re not alone!

AARP is hearing from countless older Americans confused and concerned about their Social Security payments, the status of Social Security field offices and inexcusably long wait times on the phone to get their questions answered following the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) recent announcement of major operational changes. These proposed changes are expected to impact nearly one in five Florida residents who receive Social Security benefits, especially the 46 percent of individuals aged 65 and older who rely on the program for at least half of their income.

As spring unfolds, AARP Florida remains actively engaged in a fast-moving legislative session— advocating for policies that protect and uplift older adults across the state.

At AARP Florida, we know the power of volunteers to drive meaningful change in communities across the state. Each day, our volunteers embody passion, leadership, and a deep commitment to making life better for Floridians 50+. And now, it’s time once again to recognize one extraordinary individual with our highest volunteer honor.