Legacy Link

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4080 Mundy Mill Road
Oakwood, GA 30566 United States Get Directions
Website https://legacylink.org/

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  • Shielding Loved Ones from Scams and Fraud

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Stay safe from scams and fraud. Learn to protect your loved ones from falling prey through telemarketing; fake prescription drugs; government imposters (Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid); health care products; insurance (life, burial, car, home, etc.); investment schemes; grandparent scams; and more. Presenter Jose Pinto Senior Medicare Patrol, Regional Coordinator Sponsors

    Free

  • Disaster Preparedness and Recovery for Caregivers

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Learn to prepare for and recover from disasters as a caregiver. This program covers emergency planning, building disaster kits, managing medical needs, ensuring safe evacuations, and accessing resources. Gain practical tips to protect loved ones, stay informed, and stay strong during challenging times. Presenter Jennifer Hogan Disaster Preparedness Coordinator, Division of Aging Services Sponsors

    Free

  • Advanced Planning: Your Parents’ Legal and Financial Documents

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Learn how to plan for your and your loved one's care with key legal documents. This program covers important documents like wills, powers of attorney, living wills, HIPAA releases, and MOST forms. MOST is used in Georgia, but other states have similar forms to guide medical decisions based on personal wishes. Presenter Libby Dunahoo Advance […]

    Free

  • Morning Stretch: Movement for Older Bodies

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Join us for "Morning Stretch: Movement for Older Bodies" as we discuss: 1) The role of movement relative to healthy aging; 2) The impact of movement and exercise – or the lack thereof – on physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being; 3) Exercises that will strengthen bodies and minds at all stages of aging; and 4) […]

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  • Living Well with a Parent with Dementia: Responding to Changes

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Program Sponsor: In this session, you will learn about typical characteristics and behaviors associated with diagnoses of age-related types of dementia, communication problems: problems with word-finding, speaking, expressing ideas and needs, and strategies and resources that address these concerns and others. Program Presenter: Veronica Reidling, Legacy Link Dementia Care Specialist

    Free

  • Medicare and SHIP: The Must-Knows

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Program Sponsor:   In this session you will learn about Medicare eligibility requirements and services, including the purpose and service coverage of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D; and how to access the federal Medicare website to complete eligibility paperwork, monitor personal/family Medicare services, download the current year’s Medicare manual, and seek answers to […]

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  • The Importance of Being Socially Engaged and Active

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Many challenges faced in older adulthood lead to loneliness and social isolation. During this presentation, the relationship between social engagement, health, and well-being, and the importance of keeping your loved ones socially engaged will be discussed. The role of leisure/recreation and community engagement in the process of healthy aging will be highlighted, and how to […]

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  • Senior Services: Understanding Eligibility and Managing Paperwork

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Program Sponsors:           During this session, participants will be provided with strategies and resources for evaluating and selecting services to enhance the quality of life for their loved ones. Participants will learn about various documents required by agencies and organizations to apply for and/or qualify for services, and how to best […]

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  • Safely Staying Put: Aging in Place

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Program Sponsors:           Aging-In-Place is often spoken about, but what does it really mean? Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of aging in place, being able to assess a home for potential safety and accessibility concerns, and the ability to identify potential home remodeling and modifications that can help loved-ones age are […]

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  • Communicating with Someone Living with Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Program Sponsors:         Communicating with loved ones with dementia can be difficult. This presentation will help you to understand communication changes related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and develop strategies for connecting by “entering” the person’s perspective/view of current reality and connecting to the loved one’s personal histories, likes, and dislikes […]

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  • Family Dynamics and Issues in Caring for a Parent

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Family Dynamics is one of the issues we must navigate in caring for our loved ones. This session will help you to identify and communicate individual wants, needs, and frustrations with siblings and begin negotiating and managing family conflicts.  You will also learn to determine when outside professional assistance might be helpful in addressing sibling […]

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  • Coping with Sensory Changes in Older Adults

    Legacy Link 4080 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood, GA, United States

    Learn about the various types of vision and hearing loss and their potential functional impact on daily living activities, the professionals who may be involved in diagnosing, treating, and supporting hearing and vision losses; and the potential array of resources and strategies that may help your loved ones live independently as they age. Program Presenters: […]

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