Community

Florida is no stranger to hurricane and scam artists. Natural disasters often bring an influx of con artists ready to take advantage of suffering and confusion.

Keeping the balance between being informed and being overwhelmed takes work.

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.

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.

Paint Your Heart Out Tampa is a fantastic city-wide initiative that brings together citizens, businesses, clubs, and organizations to support low-income, elderly residents in Tampa. Each year, around 2,500 volunteers come together to paint the exteriors of 100 homes, making a huge difference in the community.

AARP Florida is thrilled to invite you to a free screening of Clemente, a powerful documentary that delves into the remarkable life and legacy of baseball legend Roberto Clemente. This feature-length film, executive produced by LeBron James and Richard Linklater, paints a vivid picture of Clemente’s journey—from his humble beginnings in Puerto Rico to his rise as one of baseball’s most iconic figures. The film also highlights his humanitarian work and tragic passing in 1972, leaving behind an enduring legacy of excellence and service.

AARP Florida State Director Jeff Johnson's January message highlighting AARP FL's 2025 priorities.

Last week, Miami welcomed AARP Chief Public Policy Officer and author Debra Whitman for two inspiring events focused on her book, The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond.

By Jeff Johnson, AARP Florida State Director