United States Capitol Hill Visits
The USAging Policy Briefing and Capitol Hill Visits were held in April 2023 with attendees from the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) and Legacy Link Area… Read More
Regional Snapshot: Exploring Aging Trends in Metro Atlanta
May 2023 marks the 60th anniversary of the first national celebration of Older Americans Month (OAM). In honor of this momentous occasion, the Regional Snapshot… Read More
Not Your Typical Prom
It’s prom season for many metro Atlanta high schools, and while excited teenagers are gearing up for an incredible night of fun, a local senior… Read More
Empowerline Has Earned the SAGECare Credential
Empowerline of the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC), the designated Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for the metro Atlanta region and part of Georgia’s Aging and… Read More
Recognizing the Atlanta Region’s Caregivers
November is National Family Caregivers Month, although many know that care partners should be celebrated every day of the year for their commitment to those… Read More
Dementia Friends: A Story of Love and Friendship
I think many of us who are over the age 50, or even in our late 40s for that matter, have wondered “am I starting… Read More
My Day with Meals on Wheels
My name is Akiva, and I am a freshman in high school. Over the summer, while spending time with my aunt, we decided to volunteer… Read More
Aging While Trans
In recent years, public understanding and support of transgender (also known as “trans”) people and the issues that impact them has generally grown. However, misconceptions… Read More
Aging My Way: Talking Retirement with Christine Carroll
May is Older Americans Month (OAM), and the theme this year is “Age My Way.” That’s why we are bringing you stories from across metro… Read More
Aging My Way: Vijay Perumbeti Stays Curious & Learning
May is Older Americans Month (OAM), and the theme this year is “Age My Way.” That’s why we are bringing you stories from across metro… Read More
Aging My Way: Dave Bohanon and the East Cobb Hiking Group
May is Older Americans Month (OAM), and the theme this year is “Age My Way.” That’s why we are bringing you stories from across metro… Read More
Active Atlantan: A Conversation with Mildred Schmelz
Portraits of Resilience: Metro Atlantans Share their Stories of Life during the Pandemic For adults ages 65 and older, the past two years have been… Read More
