Disabilities do not have to prevent you from working. They may, however, present opportunities to interact with your work environment in a different way. If you want to earn your own paycheck and participate in the workforce, there are laws, resources, and programs that may help make your goal a reality.
Home can mean different things to different people. Home can be in a variety of settings, such as an apartment where you live alone or a house you share with relatives or non-related roommates.
Let’s face it, no one wants helps with bathing or getting dressed. It’s not quite like that short scalp massage you receive from the hairdresser, but it may be a necessity if you have injured yourself, are weak from a recent surgery or illness, or have a disability.
Getting a diagnosis of dementia can be a stressful life event, but understanding the diagnosis and available resources might help ease some of that stress.
The unexpected can happen at any time. Life may be going along fine and the next thing you know, you’re in an ambulance being taken to the hospital because you’ve been told you just had a stroke.
It can be scary when you find yourself or a loved one struggling to manage daily life. When needs are increasing and you realize you need more help, it may be hard for you to picture what the next stage of life looks like for you or a loved one.
A lot goes into selecting the right home—how close is it to good schools, parks, and shops, and does it have a backyard space for the dog?
Transportation can pose a variety of challenges if you have recently given up your driver’s license or moved to a new neighborhood. Where is the closest bus stop? How will I get there? Will someone be able to pick me up? Luckily, you live in a major metropolitan region with multiple transportation options available to you.
Being a caregiver can be tough. Between meeting your needs, your loved one needs, and juggling daily tasks with future planning, sometimes important to-dos can go overlooked.
Don’t drive? Let empowerline help you explore ways to get there.
Need to know what’s for lunch? Have you been skipping meals or eating too much cheap, but unhealthy, food since you retired? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone.
The Atlanta Area Agency on Aging proudly announces its achievement of receiving a SAGECare Credential. This prestigious credential is a testament to the Atlanta AAA’s unwavering commitment to providing an inclusive and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ older adults.
“Thanks to SAGECare for providing impactful education and consultation, enabling ARC to better serve our region’s diverse older populations,” said Becky Kurtz, Managing Director, “Our SAGECare Credential affirms our commitment to serve LGBTQ+ elders in metro Atlanta with sensitivity and respect.”