Powell Health (Georgia Powell)

Georgia Powell is a health and wellness strategist, gerontologist, and mental health instructor. She has extensive experience working with government programs, non-profit organizations, and local communities and has successfully implemented solutions to improve health outcomes. In her previous role, Georgia managed the Medicare Advantage health benefits plan and tobacco cessation and behavioral health programs for the State of Connecticut and other state clients. With over 20 years of experience working directly with adults, older adults, and their families, she excels in coordinating care.

Georgia collaborates with organizations nationwide to promote health equality, mental wellness, and the enhancement of healthcare systems. Her expertise lies in simplifying processes for individuals, communities, and organizations to manage the needs of vulnerable yet resilient individuals. She addresses various issues that impact the overall health of families, employees, and caregivers, including the lack of behavioral health programming, healthcare access and education, insurance eligibility, and more.

Georgia holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Health Administration (MHA) focused on gerontology and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Health Administration (DHA) degree. She is a certified Mental Health Instructor by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing and an active member of the local National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). In addition to her direct service to individuals in the community, Georgia collaborates with community leaders within organizations such as Hartford Healthcare, UConn Center on Aging/UConn Pepper Center, and For All Ages, Inc., where she serves on their Board of Directors or Advisory Team. She also holds the position of Vice-Chair of the National Aging in Place Council – CT/MA. Furthermore, Georgia is a licensed health insurance producer in several states.

Georgia is driven by a professional and personal mission to assist individuals on their health journey, combat stigmatization, provide top-quality resources, and advocate for healthcare equality.