How Long You Live is Linked to Where You Live
The story we hear of aging in America is often one of increasing longevity: that, on average, we can expect to live several decades longer… Read More
Walk-a-what? What Walkability Means, and Why It’s So Important
You may have heard people talking about how walkable an area is (or isn’t) and how this impacts them. Then, you may have wondered what… Read More
When Caregiving Calls
Before we knew about COVID-19, I was living the life of a grad student at the University of Florida, where I am pursuing an MBA…. Read More
COVID-19 is Here: How Older People and Caregivers Can Reduce Their Risk
Learn more about COVID-19. Those seeking help with COVID-19 vaccination appointments should contact their local Department of Public Health. You’ve likely heard the news: it’s… Read More
Are You a Superwoman Caregiver?
There is much to admire in Superwoman’s qualities but during a recent conversation with Dr. Kalisha Bonds, PhD, a Postdoctoral Fellow at Emory University Nell… Read More
The A-B-Cs of Advocacy: Stand Up for Aging Issues that Affect Us All
When you feel passionately about an issue, whether it’s housing, transportation, the needs of caregivers, or something else that affects the lives of people who… Read More
Voice Your Opinion on Important Issues for Older Persons
As the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for the 10 county Atlanta region, the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) administers comprehensive aging and disability services that… Read More
What Social Isolation and Depression Look Like in Older People…and How to Help
Retirement. It’s a stage of life that many of us anticipate eagerly, complete with visions of re-dedicating our lives to passions like travel, the outdoors,… Read More
How-To: Lock Your Smartphone
Why do I need a passcode? There are many reasons why you may want to put a passcode (sometimes called a pin) on your smartphone:… Read More
What It Takes to Create Lifelong Communities in the Atlanta Region
Most of us want to stay in our communities as we age. We cherish our routines and connections with friends and services nearby. In a… Read More
Dementia Friendly Communities Taking Shape in Georgia
What does it mean to be dementia friendly? One group of people from around the state, the Dementia Friendly Georgia Strategy group, is hoping to… Read More
Summer Food Safety
For much of the United States, July brings hot and humid temperatures: the dog days of summer. Most people remember to heed safety tips when… Read More
