As we enter a new season, AARP continues to show up across Florida as both a wise friend and a fierce defender. Our mission remains rooted in protecting the interests of older adults and ensuring that every Floridian can age with dignity, security, and purpose.
AARP Florida is expressing strong concerns about Florida Power & Light’s (FPL) newly filed settlement agreement, noting that it prioritizes corporate and business interests over the needs of residential customers.
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.
Music, food, laughter, and new friendships filled the room as more than 150 Palm Bay neighbors came together on September 23 for the Senior Appreciation Celebration. Hosted by the AARP Palm Bay Chapter in Brevard County, the free community event offered an afternoon of live music, raffle prizes, resource tables, and even an arts & crafts workshop.
AARP Florida has welcomed two new staff members to the growing state office team. Allison Chavez will serve as Associate State Director of Communications in Tallahassee, and Jill Auld will serve as Associate State Director of Outreach & Engagement in Jacksonville.
Tye Hausheer is a U.S. Air Force veteran and worked for the Social Security Administration for 22 years before retiring early in 2014 to dedicate herself to her passions – volunteerism and community involvement.
It’s a great honor to serve as the State Director of AARP Florida and I hope this newsletter will help you to get to know a little bit more about me, about what we do and inspire you to join us as a volunteer.
AARP volunteer advocates will return to the state capitol for the 2023 legislative session to share their stories. Find out what's at the top of our priority list for lawmakers.
AARP Florida supports two bills in the state legislature that will provide relief to hurricane victims and commuters dealing with rising costs. The new laws will make a real difference for older adults and their families.