Emory Decatur Hospital

08/07/2025

🧘‍♀️👶 Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week with Emory Decatur Hospital!

Join us for TWO uplifting events that bring families together, raise awareness, and support breastfeeding in our community:

Family Yoga on the Emory Decatur lawn takes place Friday, August 8 from 5:30–7 p.m. Stretch, breathe, and bond with your loved ones in a fun, family-friendly yoga session under the open sky. Don’t forget your mat—and your smiles!
Register in advance here: https://brnw.ch/21wUKCs

Our Community Latch On event happens Saturday, August 9 from 2-4 p.m. in the Bobbie Bailey Tower Auditorium. Come together to celebrate, connect, and support breastfeeding families. Enjoy giveaways, light snacks, and local vendors. Plus— the event is free, including parking validation!
Register in advance here: https://brnw.ch/21wUKCt

Let’s uplift, empower, and nurture our community—one breath and one bond at a time.

07/25/2025

🧘‍♀️✨ Stretch, breathe, and play — together! ✨🧘‍♂️

Join us for Family Yoga on the Lawn at Emory Decatur Hospital on Friday, August 8 at 5:30 PM! This free, feel-good session is open to all ages and all levels — no experience needed.

🌿 Flow under the evening sky
👨‍👩‍👧 Move, laugh, and bond with your loved ones
🎶 Enjoy gentle music and a peaceful atmosphere
📍 Meet on the lawn near the main entrance

Advance registration is required to attend — save your spot here: https://brnw.ch/21wUqYF

Bring your mat, water, and your favorite people. Let’s make memories while we move!

Tag your yoga buddy, and we’ll see you there! 🙌

06/19/2025

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth — a powerful reflection of freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of respect and opportunity for all. We honor the past, recognize the present, and strive for a healthier, more united future.

06/13/2025

Healthy communities start with strong connections—and this week, we celebrated just that. 💙 Check out our recap of Community Health Improvement Week led by our Health Impact team:

☮️ Saturday: We stepped out with purpose at the Peace Walk at Arabia Mountain to raise awareness about gun violence and community wellness.

📣 Monday: A dynamic panel at Emory University Hospital Midtown discussed how we're improving health outcomes and expanding access.

🏙️ Tuesday: Our team hit the road to assess community health needs across South Fulton and Atlanta.

🥼Wednesday: Men’s health took center stage at Peace Baptist Church with a panel on prostate cancer awareness.

🏅Thursday: Emory honored individuals and organizations as Champions of Community Health—celebrating partnerships that improve lives across Georgia.

Thank you to every partner, panelist and participant. Together, we’re building healthier communities. emoryhealthcare.org/community

05/26/2025

This Memorial Day, we reflect on and honor all who have sacrificed for their country and community. 🕊️ Your dedication and resilience inspire us every day. ❤️🤍💙

05/06/2025

Emory Decatur Hospital's Women & Infant Services is hosting an exclusive screening of the documentary "Cradled in Culture: Reclaiming the Legacy of Black Doula Care" on Wednesday, May 14 from 5-7:30 p.m. The event will take place in the main hospital's ground floor theatre and will begin with hors d'oeuvres and networking followed by the film screening (run time: 41 minutes) and a panel discussion.

This event is hosted in partnership with the Georgia Black Doula Network, formerly the Atlanta Doula Collective. Parking will be validated and is available in the visitor's parking deck.

Pre-registration is required and may be completed here: https://brnw.ch/21wSrMl

05/02/2025

Emory Healthcare has been recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes.

This recognition places Emory Healthcare in the top 700 large employers in the country, based on anonymous feedback from nearly 220,000 employees nationwide. We know exceptional patient care comes from an engaged care team, which is why are committed to continuing to invest in our people and culture, providing countless opportunities to grow, learn and excel.

Congratulations to our staff and thank you for choosing to be part of our team! The work you do matters—and so do the people you work with.

Learn more https://brnw.ch/21wSnFG

04/10/2025

Our participating vendors are excited to teach, inspire and collaborate during our Black Maternal Health Week Community Resource Expo. The event takes place tomorrow, April 11, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Emory Decatur Hospital. Don't forget to pre-register if you haven't already: https://brnw.ch/21wRV3B

We can't wait to see you there!

Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere (ROSE) Reign Physical Therapy and Wellness, LLC Listening Hands LLC The Milk & Honey Co.
Euphoria Health and Wellness LLC Irth DeKalb Public Health Skindigo The Daughters of Colette Breathe + Bloom Wellness
Love, Peace and Motherhood Momletics DeKalb First Step

04/09/2025

Held annually from April 11-17, Black Maternal Health Week amplifies ​the efforts and voices of maternal health professionals, while building healthier communities. Come join us on Friday, April 11 for a Community Resource Expo full of educational tools, connection and empowerment. Complimentary food will also be served.

𝙋𝙧𝙚-𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
https://brnw.ch/21wRT08

On April 17, we will host a private screening of "Cradled in Culture," a documentary from the Atlanta Doula Collective.

𝙋𝙧𝙚-𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
https://brnw.ch/21wRT09

See you there!

03/21/2025

Spring is a time for new beginnings and your blood donation can help give a patient a new lease on life! Emory Decatur Hospital is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive on Wednesday, March 26 from 9:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. in the Bailey Auditorium.

You may schedule an appointment by visiting https://brnw.ch/21wRuPz and entering the sponsor code: demece. Walk-ins are also welcome.

During the month of March, the Red Cross will also perform free A1C testing on successful blood donations and provide a $10, digital Amazon gift card by email. See https://brnw.ch/21wRuPy for details.

02/28/2025

Emory Decatur Hospital/Emory Long-Term Acute Care is proud to receive its first ANCC Magnet Recognition®, the highest and most prestigious distinction a health care organization can receive for nursing practice and quality patient care.

Emory Decatur Hospital/Emory Long-Term Acute Care (combined facilities) has achieved its first Magnet designation, the highest international recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program.

02/04/2025

Community health leaders are invited to attend or represent their nonprofit organizations at the annual DeKalb Health Summit & Community Resource Expo hosted by Emory Healthcare in partnership with House of Hope Atlanta on Thursday, Feb. 6 from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

This event is free and includes continental breakfast and lunch. Register as a participant here:

https://brnw.ch/21wQsZl