CALLING ALL GGS MEMBERS GGS’s mission includes advocating for improving the lives of older Georgians. We often support the policy work of the Coalition of Advocates for Georgia’s Elderly (CO-AGE). This year we would like to consider submitting a GGS sponsored issue to the slate of CO-AGE priorities that are chosen each year so we […]
On Wednesday, April 28, we will be co-hosting an event with Atlanta City Councilwoman Felicia Moore. Ms. Moore she worked closely with GGS when she was with the state legislature including Mattie's Call - which is the "silver alert" system in Georgia. The 15 year anniversary is coming up and the event on the 28th will be the celebration. Please feel free to share with any interested constituents.
Zoom- Register at https://bit.ly/3tfcHtp or call 800-272-3900 Join the Alzheimer's Association for a free webinar where you will hear from specialists who will share information on Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Parkinson's dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal degeneration. We'll answer frequently asked questions and share helpful resources for families impacted by dementia.
Register to join GGS for a free, virtual discussion about ageism. It is a chance for all of us to uncover and increase awareness and understanding of the subtle and not-so-subtle instances of ageism. Participants are asked to complete Harvard’s Implicit Bias test for age prior to the event. https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html
Register: https://tinyurl.com/Parkinsons101
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.
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]