Metro Atlanta organizations doing the day-to-day work of advocacy, direct service, and community support.
Nonprofits Supporting Seniors & People with Disabilities
Atlanta Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging (Empowerline)
+1-404-463-3333
The region's designated Area Agency on Aging — the hub connecting families to nearly every program on this page.
Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter
+1-404-728-1181 · 24/7 Helpline: +1-800-272-3900
Statewide chapter headquartered in Atlanta offering care consultation, support groups, education, and respite support for dementia caregivers.
Meals On Wheels Atlanta
mowatl.org
Nonprofit senior nutrition provider serving central Fulton County with home-delivered meals, pantry boxes, and a home repair program.
Jewish Family & Career Services — Aviv Older Adult Services
jfcsatl.org
Serves individuals of all faiths — care management, life-transition support, and financial assistance programs for older adults, including a partnership with Fulton County Senior Services.
disABILITY LINK
+1-404-687-8890
A Center for Independent Living based in Atlanta, providing advocacy, peer support, and resources to help people with disabilities of all ages live independently.
Georgia Advocacy Office (GAO)
thegao.org
Georgia's federally designated protection & advocacy agency — legal advocacy and rights protection for people with disabilities statewide.
Shepherd Center
shepherd.org
Atlanta rehabilitation hospital for spinal cord and brain injury, MS, and related conditions — also a community hub for disability resources and assistive technology.
Respite Care Atlanta
respitecareatlanta.org
Nonprofit adult day program and caregiver support organization focused specifically on families facing Alzheimer's and dementia.