Issue: Social Isolation & Loneliness
Nearly one in four adults aged 65 and older is considered to be socially isolated. Social isolation and loneliness can lead to serious health problems and increased healthcare costs for both the individual and the community.
Social Isolation & Loneliness—Policy Brief
Issue: Lifelong Communities
As our population ages, it’s critical that we create communities that support persons of all ages and abilities.
Lifelong Communities—Policy Brief
Issue: Caregiving
A significant portion of care for older people and individuals with disabilities in Georgia is managed by family members and friends who often make tremendous personal and financial sacrifices. See how we can better support caregivers.
Support for Caregivers—Policy Brief
Issue: Transportation
According to an ARC study, more than one out of three adults over age 65 in metro Atlanta frequently lack transportation to get where they need to go.
Issue: Housing
There is not enough quality, affordable housing in metro Atlanta to meet the needs of the region’s fast-growing population of older people. Learn more about how this issue affects local renters and homeowners.
Metro Atlanta’s Senior Housing Shortage—Policy Brief
Challenges Facing Older Homeowners
In the Atlanta Region
Senior Homeownership Challenges—Policy Brief
This policy briefing provide an overview of issues faced by older adults who own their housing in metro Atlanta.
County-by-County
Challenges Facing Older Renters
In the Atlanta Region
Senior Rental Challenge—Policy Briefs
This policy briefing provides an overview of issues faced by older adults who rent their housing in metro Atlanta.
County-by-County