Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging

10/08/2026

Your voice matters! Join the Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging for an upcoming public hearing and help shape services for older adults in our community.

See the attached flyer for dates, locations, and ways to share your input.

10/06/2026

10/04/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Health departments in Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens, and Whitfield counties are offering free breast exams and referrals for mammograms for:

Women ages 40–64
Any woman who has noticed a concerning change in her breast(s)
No appointment is necessary.

For specific event locations, dates, and times, visit: https://nghd.org/news/media-releases/its-time-for-breast-cancer-awareness-north-georgia

Please share this information with women in your community who may benefit.

North Georgia – Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about more than wearing pink—it is a powerful reminder to understand your risk, recognize changes in your breasts, and make recommended screenings a priority. It’s Time to detect breast cancer early, North Georgia! Read all about it!

10/02/2026

Veterans! Join for coffee, pastries, and camaraderie!

Choose a location near you and connect with fellow veterans in our community. Spouses and partners are welcome too! ☕

See the flyer for dates, times, and locations.
Northwest Georgia Regional Commission

10/01/2026

Celebrating International Day of Older Persons by honoring the wisdom, resilience, and lasting contributions of older adults throughout our communities.

09/30/2026

Time is running out...get registered for the Powerful Tools For Caregivers Workshop today!

If you are feeling stretched and overwhelmed as a caregiver, you are not alone. This six-week program offers practical tools to help caregivers manage stress, communicate needs, make caregiving decisions, and care for themselves while caring for others.

To learn more or register, contact Leah Gentry, Dementia Care Specialist, at 706-295-6485 ext. 1255 or [email protected].

Classes are virtual, offered at no cost and begin October 13th.
Northwest Georgia Regional Commission

09/23/2026

🧠 Let’s Talk About Dementia Care!

Join us for the 3rd Annual Meeting of the Minds—an informative and encouraging afternoon for individuals living with dementia, caregivers, families, and community members.

📅 November 12, 2026
🕑 2:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Second Avenue Baptist Church, Rome

Hear from keynote speaker Nancy Treaster, co-founder of The Caregiver’s Journey®, connect with local resources, and learn ways to support those affected by dementia.

This event is free! Registration is encouraged—see the flyer for details or call Leah Gentry at 706-295-6485, ext. 1255.

Please share with someone who may benefit!

09/14/2026

Floyd County 911 Communications is now offering Logan’s Law, a program designed to help dispatchers and first responders better support residents with special needs during an emergency.

Families and caregivers can register a loved one by scanning the QR code on the flyer below or visiting:
www.floydcountyga.gov/loganslaw

Questions? Contact Floyd County 911 at 706-236-4543 or [email protected]

08/24/2026

Feeling stretched in your role as a family caregiver? You are not alone.

Join our free Powerful Tools for Caregivers virtual workshop series, held Tuesdays from 2:00–3:30 p.m., beginning October 13 through November 17, 2026.

This six-week program offers practical tools to help caregivers manage stress, communicate needs, make caregiving decisions, and care for themselves while caring for others.

To learn more or register, contact Leah Gentry, Dementia Care Specialist, at 706-295-6485 ext. 1255 or [email protected].

08/07/2026

💜 Dementia is more than memory loss — and it’s not a normal part of aging.

Check out the flyer to learn about different types of dementia and when to talk with a doctor.
Early awareness can make a big difference!