Atlanta Regional Commission — Aging & Independence / Empowerline

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) coordinates aging and independence services across ten counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, and Rockdale. Its Empowerline number, 404-463-3333, connects older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers with regional information and resources. ARC’s institutional address is 229 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 1000; calling is the practical first step, since ARC is not the office that approves every benefit.

As the Area Agency on Aging, ARC coordinates and funds work with community partners rather than personally delivering every meal, ride, or care service. Empowerline helps callers identify options for meals, transportation, family support, in-home assistance, counselling, and long-term care. Navigation is free, although an individual program may have its own eligibility rules, assessment, waiting list, or fee.

For an Atlanta household, the distinction between the city and the metro region matters: ARC covers the ten counties listed, while a particular service may be limited to one provider, county, or ZIP code. Before filling out forms, note the address, age, mobility, health coverage, and existing support. Ask for the direct number of the provider and confirm it is accepting participants. ARC’s official site links its social channels and provides background, but Empowerline can clarify what is currently available.