An Encounter with Greatness: Training Beside the US Dragon Boat 60+ Team
We all stopped and watched as they flew by our boat. Their boats literally sliced through the water leaving a wake as they passed. Their… Read More
Older Americans Month 2019 – That’s a Wrap!
On May 7th, we gathered with over 80 others at the High Museum of Art to share food, drinks, and conversations about how we can… Read More
Rides to Wellness in Atlanta
The World Health Organization (WHO) states that “health is not merely the absence of disease, but is the state of complete physical, mental and social… Read More
You’re Invited to Reimagine Aging at the High Museum of Art
Every May, we celebrate Older Americans Month (OAM), and this year, the theme is “Connect. Create. Contribute.” Personally, I love a good theme, whether it’s… Read More
Preventing Homelessness in Atlanta: Back on My Feet
It’s the end of a workday in Atlanta. I meet Karen Varsha, a 67-year old semi-retired photographer, at our old stomping grounds: the Einstein Bagels… Read More
Preventing Homelessness in Atlanta: Gateway Center
Gateway Center’s lobby was abuzz with activity one rainy February morning in Atlanta. A group of regular volunteers were serving hot food to residents and… Read More
Smart Growth: Why You May Want Apartments in Your Neighborhood
During a recent visit, my friend Deb felt very disgruntled with the mayor of her city. “He said my town’s new proposed development is ‘Smart… Read More
Antiquing in Atlanta
Twenty-six years ago, Karen Gross and Marg Lambert cut the ribbon to an Atlanta location of the maker-to-market store known as Ten Thousand Villages. Together,… Read More
Local Senior Club Blends Latino and American Holiday Traditions
Many years ago, in his native Buenos Aires, Armando Mónaco was an actor and newscaster. On a recent Friday, the 67-year-old retiree portrayed the lead… Read More
Tips for Holiday Visits to Nursing Homes
During the holiday season, long-term care facilities receive a high volume of visits from families, friends, local organizations, and faith-based groups. These visits are extremely… Read More
Volunteering: Spread the Love
Wilma Jenkins has always known that she wanted to be a teacher. Even after turning 80 years old, she is doing what she loves: education…. Read More
How-To: Listen to What’s Next ATL’s Golden Girls Podcast
Great news. ARC is putting out a podcast! Better yet, there’s an entire episode that focuses on an aging issue—specifically, the trend of “Golden Girls”… Read More
