Cobb & Cherokee Chapter

People living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias gradually lose the ability to communicate with others. Changes progressively affect spoken and written language, while communication through gestures and behaviors may persist longer. As the ability to communicate decreases, individuals living with dementia have difficulties expressing themselves and understanding others. Dementia-related changes in communication may impact […]

Advance care documents ensure one’s wishes regarding care, medical intervention, finances, etc., regardless of the person’s ability to make decisions for herself/himself. Legal documents provide the older adult and family peace of mind, protect finances, minimize vulnerability, and reduce uncertainty. They can help families and caregivers avoid disagreements and guilt and clarify the role of […]

As parents age, they may face a need and/or desire to change their housing arrangements, such as needing to move to a new residence that is more accessible and/or with more substantial medical and assistive services. This can be a stressful time for everyone! Every community and family situation is unique. This introductory program will […]

Many older adults, as well as their families, experience stress and anxiety regarding the cost of medical and long-term care. A nagging question is often, “If additional care is needed, either because of illness, accident, or decline, and lengthy hospitalization, in-home care, and/or long-term care in a residential facility are needed, how do we pay […]