AARP Florida

AARP is here to help you take on today – and every day. From sharing practical resources to holding fun activities and events, AARP is providing opportunities to connect and help build an even stronger Florida for all ages to live, work and play. We hope you’ll join us!

Gov. Ron Desantis has said the state's goal is to vaccinate most people in its top priority group — including older adults — by February. The vaccine would then become available to more people, likely including essential workers like teachers and police officers.

On May 24, AARP celebrated the signing of SB 770, Residential Loan Alternative Agreements, into law. This will protect homeowners from the predatory practice of filing unfair real estate fee agreements in property records, known as Non-Title Record Agreements for Personal Service (NTRAPS). The purchase of a home is often the most important investment a person will make, and this new law will provide additional safeguards to ensure this investment is protected against predatory business practices like NTRAPS.

AARP Florida is partnering with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) to educate consumers about the problems surrounding illegal gambling in Florida.

Hoy, AARP celebra victorias legislativas para los floridanos mayores de 50 años. Este año, al equipo de cabildeo de AARP Florida se unieron casi 40 voluntarios, quienes fueron vistos caminando por los pasillos del capitolio estatal, testificando en reuniones de comités, reuniéndose con legisladores y adoptando una postura sobre temas críticos en nombre de los adultos mayores.

Read how AARP can help Floridians 50+ better prepare for the official hurricane season which begins on June 1.

ADUs, sometimes called in-law suites, are small homes or apartments on the same lot as a single-family house. Proponents say they are a critical part of the solution to Florida’s affordable housing crisis.

Read my latest take on rising utility costs and find out what you can do to prevent your bill from going up.

In the early 1900s, the Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma, now called "Black Wall Street," was a vibrant and prosperous community. Despite the challenges and racial injustices they faced, residents of this community built a thriving neighborhood filled with successful Black-owned businesses, attorneys, doctors, and real estate agents. Their achievements were nothing short of remarkable and served as a beacon of hope for Black Americans nationwide.

AARP Florida has teamed up with Wisdom Warriors to support older adults as they compete in challenges across the state throughout April.