Hearing Loss: why it is important to address, and what to do about it

Hearing is an important yet overlooked sense that often gets taken for granted. Hearing loss is the third most chronic physical condition in the US and is a hidden disability. Hearing loss has links to depression, cognitive decline, financial earnings, and many other facets of life people do not immediately connect. Learn about how to hear, how to protect, what hearing loss affects, and what to do if you have a decline in hearing.

Free

Downsizing and Decluttering Webinar

October 31, 2022 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM GGS free monthly webinar via Zoom. Registration required. Having too much stuff can impede people from relocating or getting health care in their homes. This engaging presentation explores why stuff is so important for some people and teaches practical, easy-to-follow tips on downsizing and decluttering. Learn […]

Caregiving for the Caregiver

November 8, 2022 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Free monthly webinar via Zoom. Registration required. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlc-CqrD4oHddducf4cwYdkImoYdEQbh4M

March Webinar – Better Together: The Power of Intergenerational Volunteering

Zoom

In promoting and supporting volunteerism, our Volunteer Ombudsman program aims to enhance the quality and diversity of volunteer experiences and thus contribute to creating strong and connected communities. Audiences will learn about the current volunteer landscape and best practices for recruitment and retention and benefit of intergenerational volunteer experience.  Moreover, we will cover the importance […]

Community Healthy Aging Symposium 2023

UNG Gainesville Campus Gainesville, GA

Dance From the Inside Out: Celebrating Life After 55 begins on Friday evening May 19th with a Gala Reception, Dinner, and nationally acclaimed Keynote Speaker, Westina Matthews. On Saturday, May 20th, the Symposium offers two options to choose from: a 5.0 CE educational track or inspirational community focused presentations. To register, visit https://Communityhealthyagingsymposium2023.eventbrite.ca This program was […]

2023 GGS Annual Conference

About the GGS Annual Conference The 68th Annual GGS Conference theme is Design Your Vision of Aging: Connecting Goals Through Collaboration. The three-day conference allows attendees to hear about new and innovative practices, develop new collaborative partnerships, and network with colleagues from across Georgia and beyond. We hope everyone leaves inspired and informed to improve […]

First Annual “Make Memories Matter” Health Fair Festival

Glover Park - Marietta Square - GA

The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Foundation is excited to announce its First Annual “Making Memories Matter” World Alzheimer’s Day Festival 2023. This year’s event will feature local bands and a variety of vendors that support Alzheimer’s Awareness.  The festival will take place on Saturday September 23, 2023, in Glover Park on Marietta Square.

Webinar: Cultural Differences Across Aging and Caregiving

Zoom

Register to join GGS for a free, virtual discussion about cultural differences across aging and caregiving. During this webinar, we will hear from a panel of experts in aging who will discuss unique considerations and experiences in working with seniors across different communities and cultures. Featured Speakers Include: Haejin Ban, MA, LMSW (Care Life Corp) […]

Free

2024 Georgia Gerontology Society Meeting & Conference

Great Wolf Lodge 150 Tom Hall Parkway, LaGrange, GA, United States

We are excited to invite you to share your expertise with us at the 69th annual GGS Conference on August 12-14, 2024. This three-day conference allows attendees to learn about new and innovative practices, develop new collaborative partnerships, and network with colleagues from across Georgia and beyond. Our theme for this year is Aging Better […]