Debunking Common Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease
November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. While many people use the terms Alzheimer’s and dementia interchangeably, they are not the same. Dementia is the umbrella… Read More
Empowerline Now Offering Free Online Support for Family Caregivers through Partnership with Trualta
Empowerline has launched a new partnership with Trualta to help family caregivers learn new skills to support themselves and their loved ones. Trualta’s free online… Read More
2023, More Me!
We’ve all heard the phrase “New Year, New Me” tossed about at the start of a new calendar year, but what if we changed it… Read More
Updated Booster Is Newest Tool to Fight COVID-19 for Adults Ages 60+
The COVID-19 pandemic has been around for so long that we can sometimes forget that Americans are still being hospitalized with COVID-19 and dying every… Read More
Protecting My Brain
Americans of all ages value their independence, including older adults. Specifically, older adults value the ability to age in the place they call home rather… Read More
Pinkie’s Success Story
Empowerline receives hundreds of calls each week from, caregivers, professionals, and other callers seeking information and resources on an expansive array of topics. One of… Read More
Aging and Independence Services: a Q&A with Becky Kurtz
As Metro Atlanta’s Area Agency on Aging, ARC Serves Needs of Older Residents As the planning agency for the Atlanta region, the Atlanta Regional Commission… Read More
Partnering to Improve Diabetes Care
Chronic diseases, diabetes, and arthritis contribute to 95% of healthcare expenditures among older adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Cardiovascular… 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
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
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
