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Is a Loved One Showing Signs of Memory Problems? TIME TO TALK ABOUT DIAGNOSIS.

It can be tough talking to a loved one about symptoms that might suggest Alzheimer’s Disease or a related dementia. But delaying diagnosis can lead to a host of issues, both for the person and those who care for them.

Georgia Memory Net (GMN) offers a guide that can help you have that difficult conversation in a productive and supportive way. You can find it at https://bit.ly/GMN_ConversationGuide.

If you or a loved one are ready for clarity on the underlying cause of memory symptoms, visit GaMemoryNet.org/referrals to learn how to get a referral to a GMN Memory Assessment Clinic for an accelerated, accurate diagnosis.

Scan this code for referral information.

— GPB EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP —

Chief Executive Officer Teya Ryan

President and Chief Revenue Officer Bert Wesley Huffman

Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Adam Woodlief

— EDITORIAL —

Editor in Chief Mandy Wilson

Editorial Assistant Aliya Cooper

— CREATIVE —

Design Director Mark Bradway

Graphic Designers Jessica Gurell, Ciera Troy

— EXTERNAL AFFAIRS —

VIce President of Community Engagement Emmalee Hackshaw

Director of Fundraising Strategies Pat Marcus

Director of Individual Giving & Development Operations: Rebecca Hogue

Director of Leadership Giving Sherry White

Director of Foundations & Grants: Greg Carraway

— ADVERTISING —

Director of Corporate Sponsorship Tim O’Connell

Advertising Inquiries askgpbnext@gpb.org

Dear Friends,

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what GPB is. I mean, yes, we are media, and on an even more granular level we’re television, radio, digital initiatives, education, community engagement… the list goes on. But rather than the physical efforts of our labor (which is certainly important), I want to know what GPB is to the communities we serve around the state. I want to know that what we’re doing makes a difference in people’s lives, their choices and their depth and breadth of knowledge. We often say that public television and radio make us smarter, right? Well, I want GPB to make you more than smart – I hope we help you build empathy. As Georgians we’re all in this together, regardless of political beliefs, religion, personal identity, etc. I want GPB to reflect all of us – a welcoming space – a safe space – a TRUSTED space.

Every dollar we receive is a gift, and it’s on us to ensure that those gifts, large and small, public or private are used to make our state a better place to be - Do more than engage communities but BUILD them and remain a part of them. And that is why you’re so vital. We have been getting a great response to GPB Next, which tells me that this is something you enjoy and look forward to getting month after month. I hope what you consistently find between the covers of this book is a bit of that reflection of you. Without you there is no GPB, and I like to think that without GPB there would be a little less Georgia. Never forget the power of your generosity at any level. It’s literally because of it that we are here.

This month, NOVA brings us the fascinating two-part series Your Brain, a fitting topic since May marks Mental Health Awareness Month. We’ll hear more about that important topic in the GPB Radio section as well.

Also, we’re excited to launch a new community engagement initiative around the PBS series Iconic America that will spotlight Georgia.

And finally, if you’re in vacation planning mode, check out the article on our latest tours of England in 2024 featuring All Creatures Great and Small and more of your favorite programs.

Warmest regards,

Bert Wesley Huffman GPB President and Chief Revenue Officer