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In Case You Missed It: Florida Division of Emergency Management and Department of Elder Affairs Help Seniors Get Ready for Hurricane Season

Jul 14, 2023 | Press Releases

For Immediate Release: July 14, 2023 Contact: DOEA Communications, (850) 414-2142, communications@elderaffairs.org     TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, over 100 volunteers, including Hope Heroes, gathered across Florida to prepare and distribute disaster preparedness kits...

Governor DeSantis Proclaims May as Older Americans Month

May 18, 2023 | Press Releases

For Immediate Release: May 18, 2023  CONTACT: DOEA Communications communications@elderaffairs.org 

Framework for Freedom Budget Continues to Showcase Governor Ron DeSantis’ Dedication to Seniors

May 18, 2023 | Press Releases

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Department of Elder Affairs’ (DOEA) Secretary Michelle Branham thanks Governor DeSantis and the Florida Legislature for their continued commitment to enhancing services that support seniors. The signing of the Framework for Freedom...

Governor DeSantis Signs Most Comprehensive Legislation in Florida History to Increase Accountability and Transparency for Prescription Drug Costs

May 3, 2023 | Press Releases

For Immediate Release: May 3, 2023 Contact: Governor’s Press Office, (850) 717-9282, communications@eog.myflorida.com  JUPITER, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law the most comprehensive reforms to Florida’s prescription drug market in state history....

State Leaders, Experts, and Seniors Participate in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Roundtable

Apr 25, 2023 | Press Releases

For Immediate Release: April 25, 2023 Contact: DOEA Communications, (850) 414-2142, communications@elderaffairs.org   Experts and Seniors Agree – Prescription Drug Reform Act is Vital for Florida  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Department of Elder Affairs Secretary...
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  • Governor DeSantis Champions Florida’s Aging Population with his Focus on Fiscal Responsibility BudgetFebruary 3, 2025
  • Florida Continues to Serve as a National Model of Support for Seniors and Their FamiliesJanuary 3, 2025
  • Florida’s Seniors Continue to Shine in Governor DeSantis’ Focus on Florida’s Future BudgetJune 13, 2024
  • Elder Affairs Continues to Advance Innovations and Enhance Critical Programming for Florida’s Cherished Seniors and Their FamiliesDecember 28, 2023
  • Florida Department of Elder Affairs Hosts “Warm Hearts; Warm Homes” – A Statewide Senior Volunteer Event to Bring Warmth and Love to Florida’s Seniors this HolidayDecember 14, 2023
  • Governor Ron DeSantis’ Focus on Florida’s Future Budget Recommendations Highlight Enduring Commitment to Prioritizing SeniorsDecember 6, 2023
  • In Case You Missed It: Florida State Surgeon General and Elder Affairs Secretary Launch Healthy Aging for a Healthier YouOctober 19, 2023
  • In Case You Missed It: Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Highlights Increased Funding to Combat Alzheimer’s Disease in FloridaJuly 20, 2023
  • In Case You Missed It: Florida Division of Emergency Management and Department of Elder Affairs Help Seniors Get Ready for Hurricane SeasonJuly 14, 2023
  • Governor DeSantis Proclaims May as Older Americans MonthMay 18, 2023
  • Framework for Freedom Budget Continues to Showcase Governor Ron DeSantis’ Dedication to SeniorsMay 18, 2023
  • Governor DeSantis Signs Most Comprehensive Legislation in Florida History to Increase Accountability and Transparency for Prescription Drug CostsMay 3, 2023
  • State Leaders, Experts, and Seniors Participate in Pharmacy Benefit Manager RoundtableApril 25, 2023
  • First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces an Expansion of Hope Florida to Harness the Generosity of Private Sector EntitiesMarch 21, 2023
  • First Lady Casey DeSantis Hosts a Women of Faith Breakfast Reception to Discuss Hope FloridaMarch 15, 2023
  • What They Are Saying: Leaders in Florida’s Aging Network React to Governor DeSantis’ Framework for Freedom BudgetFebruary 7, 2023
  • Governor DeSantis’ Framework for Freedom Budget Supports Florida SeniorsFebruary 2, 2023
  • Governor DeSantis’ Framework for Freedom Budget Supports Florida SeniorsFebruary 2, 2023
  • World Elder Abuse Awareness DayJanuary 14, 2023
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Public Meetings

  • Fourth Quarter FAR Notice of Meeting/Workshop HearingDecember 1, 2025
  • Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory CommitteeNovember 17, 2025
Elder Affairs Florida

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4040 Esplanade Way
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information@elderaffairs.org

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