Bo Emerson, longtime reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, shared some insights on what residents can do “out and about.” Emerson recommended Atlanta Opera’s Come as You Are festival at Pullman Yards, which will feature a new production of “Cabaret.” Green thumbs can visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden event to learn more about beekeepingalso in June.
Sharon Henderson, DNP, APRN-BC, Elder Care Nurse Practitioner at Kaiser Permanente Medicine, discussed how you should talk with your doctor about cutting back on medication, exploring reversible causes of brain changes that increase forgetfulness as we age, and how physical activity and a good night’s sleep can help memory.
Following the event, two participants were randomly selected to win $50 Kroger gift cards.
Presenting Sponsor Kroger made the event possible. If you couldn’t see it on Tuesday, you can watch a replay on The Atlanta Journal-Constitution YouTube channel.
And be sure to read the special sections on aging in Atlanta in the Sunday paper on June 5, August 7, September 11, October 2, November 6, and December 4.
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