ANNUAL MEETING & CONFERENCE
July 27-29, 2026
Lake Lanier Islands Resort
Buford, GA
The Ripple Effect
Small Actions.
Big Impact.
Major Change.
Registration is now OPEN!
Click HERE to register!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING ALL REGISTRANTS AT THE CONFERENCE!
OUR ANNUAL CONFERENCE
GGS invites you to join us at our 71st annual conference on July 27 – 29, 2026. This three-day conference allows attendees to hear about new and innovative practices, develop collaborative partnerships, and network with colleagues from across Georgia and beyond. We hope everyone leaves inspired and informed to improve the lives of older adults and the communities in which they live.
OUR ATTENDEES
As the largest organization of multidisciplinary professionals in the field of aging in Georgia, GGS reaches across the state to educate, advocate for, and serve those working with older adults and their families. This conference attracts persons from a broad spectrum of stakeholders within the aging and gerontology fields. These persons are:
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- Social & Human Service Professionals
- Government Representatives & Policymakers
- Academic Professionals
- Students in Gerontology & Related Fields
- Healthcare Providers & Medical Professionals
- Senior Housing & Assisted Living Professionals
- Senior Center & Adult Day Center Professionals
- Retirees & Older Adults
- Caregivers & Family Members of Older Adults
- Nonprofit & Community Organization Leaders
- Legal & Financial Professionals specializing in Elder Services
- Technology & Innovation Experts in Aging Solutions
- Mental Health & Wellness Professionals
- Fitness & Recreation Specialists
- Transportation & Accessibility Providers
- Volunteer Coordinators & Support Staff
- Faith-Based & Cultural Organization Representative
SPONSORSHIPS & EXHIBITORS
Learn about our sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities in our 2026 Sponsorship/Exhibitor Prospectus. Thank you all our 2025 sponsors including our Champion Sponsor, Reckon Branding, and our Collaborator Sponsors – Georgia Health Initiative and Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging. Visit our Sponsorship Page to see all of our sponsors from 2025!
ACCOMMODATIONS
RESERVATIONS: LANIER ISLANDS RESORT
- A valid credit card is required to guarantee each reservation at the contracted group rate.
- The rate shown on the booking link already includes all applicable fees.
- Online reservations are available only for the contracted group dates. Guests wishing to extend their stay should contact our Reservations Team for assistance.
- Once the room block is full, additional rooms may be offered at the group rate based on availability.
- To request additional rooms for the room block, please contact your Sales Manager.
- If guests encounter an error message, it may indicate that the block is full or that there is a stay-through pattern issue. Please contact us right away for assistance.
CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEUS)
GGS will apply for approval to offer CEUs for conference sessions. The type and number of credits offered will be determined by proposals submitted and selected. We are currently set to apply for Continuing Education for Social Workers. Details on additional CEUs will be updated as soon as available.
SPEAKER COMPENSATION
GGS does not pay a speaker’s fee, cover lodging or travel costs, or offer other forms of compensation for general presenters. Presenters will receive a discounted conference registration rate. You are not required to pay a registration fee if you plan to attend only your session.
ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION DETAILS
Organizational Membership Registration Benefit
Organizational members may extend their conference registration discount to up to five individuals. These do not have to be the same five individuals listed as the organization’s official membership contacts. However, the five individuals formally designated by the organization will continue to receive the additional membership benefits, including voting privileges and other listed perks.
Registration Cancellation & Transfers
If you need to cancel your registration, please notify us in writing by emailing administrator@georgiagerontologysociety.org no later than 11:59 p.m. on June 20, 2026. A $35 cancellation fee will apply. Unfortunately, refunds cannot be issued after June 20, 2026.
If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another individual through midnight on July 3, 2026. To arrange a transfer, please contact us at administrator@georgiagerontologysociety.org, and we will be happy to assist.