Sign up for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Aging in Atlanta event series

Listen in as experts discuss estate planning, navigating Medicare and more

We've all heard the phrase "respect your elders." Now science has proven that respecting your elders can help them live longer. high-income nations. Japan, South Korea and Argentina rank the lowest in this regard. A positive attitude toward aging has been shown to help the elderly stay socially active and seek out new opportunities.

Curious about managing your physical and mental health and learning more about protecting your assets and maximizing Medicare benefits as you age? The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Aging in Atlanta event series will feature two free, virtual seminars to help you maximize life over 55.

2021 will mark the sixth year that The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has brought the Aging in Atlanta event series to the community. The event series will include a free, virtual spring seminar on Wednesday, May 19.

You can join the exclusive events, which will broadcast from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Facebook and YouTube.

Within the past year, we’ve seen progress toward a return to normalcy. This year’s topics will cover activities we can’t wait to get back to doing along with new habits, skills and positive takeaways from 2020.

Kroger is the presenting sponsor and Wellstar Health System is the gold sponsor of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Aging in Atlanta program — both provide panelists for our spring virtual events.

Physicians from Wellstar will offer advice on how you can manage your mental and physical health. Topics discussed will include estate planning, navigating Medicare, organizing your home and more.

Also, be sure to catch our special sections in the Sunday paper on May 2, May 16 and June 6.

Visit www.ajc.com/agingevents to RSVP. When you register, you’ll be entered to win a $50 Kroger gift card. Once you sign up, we encourage you to submit questions on the aforementioned topics for the expert panel to address.

DETAILS

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Aging in Atlanta Virtual Event Series - Spring 2021

4 p.m.-5 p.m.

Wednesday, April 28, and Wednesday, May 19 on Facebook and YouTube