Communities of Strength Spotlight: Elisa Lassiter of ARC Connects Older Adults
In her day job at ARC, Elisa Lassiter works to connect older adults with community supports and services. And when she’s off the clock, serving… Read More
The Georgia COVID-19 Emotional Support Line Provides Hope
When the pandemic started, we were hopeful that by the winter holidays COVID-19 would be contained and life as we knew it would resume. Unfortunately,… Read More
Volunteer David Bohanon Loves Taking Groups for Long Hikes
This past year, the hiking group for older adults that Empowerline volunteer David Bohanon started in 2018 has grown in popularity. In the early months… Read More
Volunteer Shirley Yearwood Enjoys Connecting One-on-One with Older Adults
Since retiring from the federal government a few years ago, Shirley Yearwood has found the time to volunteer at a food pantry and at a… Read More
Volunteer Jeff Bonnell Educates Fellow Older Adults on Hearing Loss
Empowerline volunteer Jeff Bonnell loves educating older adults about hearing loss. He has been doing this through Empowerline over the past five years. Older adults… Read More
Live Well, Eat Well: Steps to Making a Grain Bowl Meal
Eating healthy and staying hydrated are important at every stage of life and can make your body feel good in the short-term and have long-lasting… Read More
COVID-19 Reflections: When Will It Be My Turn for the Vaccination?
Somewhere around the age of two years old, we start to learn the necessity of patience and waiting your turn. It was a hard lesson… Read More
Here’s What You Can Do for Your Heart
February is a month for us to think about our hearts and not just on Valentine’s Day – the U.S. celebrates its 57th consecutive American… Read More
What Happens When I Call Empowerline?
When you make a free phone call to Empowerline at (404) 463-3333, you will talk with a certified professional counselor who is trained to help… Read More
Volunteers are the Key to Success
Note from Empowerline: With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is critical that people follow all CDC guidelines, including washing hands, wearing a mask, maintaining social… Read More
Connecting with Older People through Music
The Roswell Arts Fund is delivering a little bit of joy to local senior living centers with mobile musical performances. The performances deliver a moment… Read More
Empowerline Now Offers Ability to Search for Select Services
Empowerline’s website has a new look—including a feature which makes it easier for older persons, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers to find the information, resources,… Read More
