The Aging in Placers (AIP) “Add Your Voice” on August 14 ranked among our highest attended events. The full title of the event was “Add Your Voice to DeKalb’s Housing Options Shaping Where and How You Live.” The event began with People Bingo, which encouraged attendees to move around, get to know each other, and enjoy a bit of friendly competition for the bingo win. The formal presentation began with

One of the three pillars of the Aging in Placers Initiative is “Building Community.” This is when we socialize to get to know each other, have fun, and bond. Our first event this year was a Bowling Social at Comet Pub & Lanes in Decatur. There were a few very competitive players, including Commissioner Terry. Others were laid back. So what if there were a few gutter balls? They were

DeKalb County Tax Commissioner Nicole M. Golden recently announced the expansion of the office’s mobile tax program, which now serves five senior centers across DeKalb County. Launched as a pilot program at the Lou Walker Senior Center in January 2023, the initiative has grown to improve access to essential motor vehicle and property tax services for residents, particularly seniors who rely on in-person assistance. “Our mobile tax office program allows

The DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office recently began mailing over 19,700 homeowners who may be eligible for a new senior exemption or a basic homestead exemption for the current tax year. Whether you’re a new homeowner, a senior, disabled resident, disabled veteran, homeowners should check their exemption status and apply before the April 1 deadline. Filing early minimizes confusion and avoids delays and when tax bills are mailed later in

Staff from the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office delivered an eye-opening tax presentation hosted by Commissioner Terry’s Aging in Placers* on December 5, 2025. The Tax Commissioner’s Office staff explained, line by line, the “DeKalb County Real Estate Tax Statement” (Property Tax Bill) and how Homestead Exemptions can provide significant savings on annual property taxes. Applicants must own and reside at the property within the County, and the Basic Homestead

On October 29th, Team Terry and the Aging in Placers hosted an “Advocacy 101” training. Attendees learned about some of the key decision-makers in DeKalb County government and how to advocate for aging in place. The Aging in Placers are just getting started. This training set the foundation for the powerful work to come! The mission of Commissioner Terry’s “Aging in Place Initiative” is to drive the charge to shape