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AARP Florida Livable Communities Hub
Posted on 06/17/25
Learn More About Livable Communities!
Have any questions about AARP Florida's Livable Communities work? Would you like to become an AARP Florida volunteer, or would you like to see your community as a part of AARP's Age-Friendly Network? Send us an email at AARPFLLivableTeam@aarp.org.
AARP Florida Announces Rapid Community Project Grants
The sharp rise in home prices and rentals has made housing increasingly unaffordable across Florida, especially in Tampa Bay.
Livable Communities Resources
The AARP Livable Communities initiative supports the efforts of local leaders and community members to make their neighborhoods, towns, cities and rural areas great places for people of all ages by providing safe, walkable streets; age-friendly housing and transportation options; access to needed services; and opportunities for residents of all ages to participate in community life.
Livable Communities: Work in Action
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AARP Florida Livable Communities liaison Kathy Black awarding Sarasota County representatives Sue Berger and Chuck Henry with a plaque honoring 10-years as an Age-Friendly Community.
"Courtesy: Sarasota County"
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Alachua County officials receive their five-year plaque commemorating their time as an Age-Friendly community.
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AARP Florida Director of Outreach & Engagement Laura Streed presents on Livable Communities work in Orlando, FL.
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AARP Orlando volunteer Hilda Diaz presents on Livable Communities work in Orlando, FL.
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AARP Florida hosts a walking audit of Hyde Park in Tampa Bay, FL in partnership with the Congress for New Urbanism.
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AARP Florida hosts a walking audit of Hyde Park in Tampa Bay, FL in partnership with the Congress for New Urbanism.
In the News
The City of Hialeah, a winner of 2025’s AARP Community Challenge grant program, recently unveiled a refurbished main street complete with updated crosswalks that improve visibility, walkability, and pedestrian safety.
In November, AARP Orlando volunteers flooded the Brightline high-speed train platform in a sea of red as part of our ongoing transportation series in partnership with Mpact, a national nonprofit focused on creating stronger communities by connecting them with public transportation. The event showcased the importance of rail as a vital transportation option for older adults. Today’s adventure? A round-trip journey on Florida’s Brightline transportation system to West Palm Beach.
In September, AARP Florida partnered with The Florida Congress for New Urbanism to conduct a walking audit of Tampa Bay's Hyde Park neighborhood. Take a look at this video to learn more!
Learn More About Livable Communities!
Have any questions about AARP Florida's Livable Communities work? Would you like to become an AARP Florida volunteer, or would you like to see your community as a part of AARP's Age-Friendly Network? Send us an email at AARPFLLivableTeam@aarp.org.
