North Atlanta Chapter

We are all living longer, and, as we age, we are more likely to experience one or more significant health and medical conditions. Additionally, caregiving can take a toll on the health and wellbeing of the caregiver. Some conditions are more prevalent as we age – for example, some types of cancer, diabetes, cardiac and pulmonary issues, strokes, as well as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other neurological conditions.

Sometimes, people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia behave in ways that adult children and other family members find particularly confusing, inappropriate, and sometimes frightening.

Discharging a loved one from the hospital can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, especially when faced with making important decisions quickly. Our program is designed to assist you during this challenging time. We've put together a panel discussion with local experts in four critical areas involved in discharge planning. After our program, you will […]

Talking with aging parents about their legal and financial issues, driving, and independent living can be challenging for many adult children. Rationally, we know these are important conversations to have to reduce uncertainty and minimize conflict for everyone.   This program will help adult children prepare for and hold conversations with their aging parents about […]

For most individuals, being able to drive a car equates to independence. However, as we age, our vision, hearing, physical abilities, and cognitive functions may decline, making driving more difficult and even hazardous. It's important to note that these changes usually happen gradually and may be difficult to detect unless there is a sudden decline. Driving ability […]