Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 18, 2026
NWGA Independent Shared Living (“NWGA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of individuals who visit our website.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Legal Notice
This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Privacy laws may vary depending on jurisdiction, and you are responsible for understanding the laws applicable to your location. If you have questions regarding your legal rights, you should consult an attorney.

NWGA Independent Shared Living strives to comply with applicable federal and Georgia state privacy laws, including:

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act

• Applicable Georgia data protection laws

• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (where applicable)

• HIPAA, where applicable to specific services (if relevant)
   

2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Inquiry details submitted through contact forms

• Information provided during intake inquiries
   

B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Date and time of access

• Referring website
   

This data is used for analytics and website performance improvement.

3. Why We Collect Information
We collect information to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Provide information about our services

• Improve website functionality

• Communicate with individuals who request contact

• Maintain internal records

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
  We do not sell personal information.

4. How We Use and Share Information
We may use personal information to:

• Respond to service inquiries

• Provide requested materials

• Improve our website and service offerings
   

We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in website hosting or IT support

• When required by law

• To protect our rights, safety, or property

• With regulatory or governmental authorities when legally required

We do not share personal information for commercial resale purposes.

5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. HIPAA Notice (If Applicable)
NWGA Independent Shared Living does not collect Protected Health Information (PHI) through this website unless specifically authorized.
If you are submitting sensitive health-related information, please contact us directly through secure communication methods.

If NWGA provides healthcare-related services subject to HIPAA, those privacy practices are governed by a separate Notice of Privacy Practices.

7. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Improve user experience

• Analyze traffic patterns

• Enhance performance
   

You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, certain website features may not function properly.

8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Request access to personal information we hold

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal obligations)

• Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

11. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy

• Comply with legal obligations

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce agreements
   

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy-related request, please contact:
NWGA Independent Shared Living

Office: 706.980.9024
Email: Tony@nwgaisl

Why This Version Is Protective
This Privacy Policy:

• Aligns with Georgia law

• Avoids promising absolute security

• Includes HIPAA limitation language

• Addresses children’s privacy (COPPA)

• Disclaims third-party responsibility

• Covers analytics and cookies

• Establishes rights without over-promising

• Includes modification rights

• Avoids sale-of-data exposure