When Caregiving Calls
Before we knew about COVID-19, I was living the life of a grad student at the University of Florida, where I am pursuing an MBA…. Read More
How-To: Get Your Groceries Delivered
Now more than ever, grocery delivery services have been in high demand due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. There are many different services to choose… Read More
A Conversation with Carolyn: A Look at Life After Downsizing
Carolyn Roper, an active member of the Atlanta Regional Advisory Committee on Aging, spent some time chatting with me about her personal experience with downsizing…. Read More
It’s Not Your Fault: Surviving the Devastation of Financial Exploitation
The poster in the hospital room was jarring. It asked: “Does your partner or caregiver take your money or Social Security, make you ask for… Read More
Assistive Technology with Celia Williams
Celia Williams works for the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) in Aging and Independence Services as an information and referral counselor for Empowerline, which includes ARC’s… Read More
Modifying Your Home to Improve Safety and Accessibility
According to AARP, almost 90 percent of adults over age 65 want to stay in their homes as long as possible. For many, aging in… Read More
How-To: AmazonSmile Donation
Here’s how it works: Instead of just visiting amazon.com, you’ll have to type smile.amazon.com into your internet browser. Everything about the site is the same,… Read More
Don’t Be Fooled: That’s Not a Real Email
We all know how important it is to keep yourself safe online, but scammers are becoming so sophisticated that it can be challenging to decipher… Read More
If you are managing the finances of a loved one, new resources can help
As many as 25 million Americans are managing money or property for a family member or friend who is unable to make financial decisions and… Read More
The Darker Side of Estate Sales
The estate sale industry is largely unregulated, and there are plenty of opportunities to get scammed. Learn what you can do to prevent these scams from happening to you.
Waiting for the Rain: The Importance of Preparation
To mitigate this risk of long-term damage, it is vitally important for our communities — and families — to prepare for these threats.
