Excited to announce the Mind Matters Health Fair! UK Research UK CCTS University of Kentucky College of Medicine Neuroscience Research Priority Area Lexington-Fayette County Health Department LexKy Social Services AgeFriendlyLexington Bluegrass AAAIL Engaged Aging Lab

🗺️Are you interested in ways that organizations have worked to make communities like yours more livable for people of all ages? The newly improved 𝐴𝐴𝑅𝑃 𝐿𝑖𝑣𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑀𝑎𝑝 is here to help! Check it out here: spr.ly/6019ZOyU9

Thanks to everyone who attended "Innovations in Age-Friendly Communities," our presentation at American Society Aging #OnAging2024 with AgeFriendlyOH & AARP Livable Communities. We're so lucky to have dedicated colleagues working to build #agefriendly communities for all! 🥰

We are encouraging all residents to be weather aware this afternoon, as more damaging storms are in our forecast. This morning, we suffered damaging winds, downed trees, blocked roads, and traffic signals going out. (1/2)

Today through Sunday, residents can dispose of storm debris at no charge at Haley Pike landfill, 4216 Hedger Ln, or the training pad at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike. Hours are 8 am–5 pm daily. A Fayette County driver’s license or proof of residence in Fayette County is required. (2/2)

Kentucky experts, including our own 𝐃𝐫. 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭, will be joining with Alzheimer's Foundation of America to bring their expertise to caregivers. Join us!

Exciting to see Louisville making more investments in housing options for all generations🎉 If you’re in Fayette County, see the ➡️ Accessory Dwelling Units ADU Manual - Lexington states.aarp.org/kentucky/adu #Lexington LexKy Social Services Imagine Lexington #ADU #housing

Excited to be a part of the 37th annual Next Best Years Conference! LexKy Social Services AgeFriendlyLexington Center for Health, Engagement and Transformation @ukychaselab

Congrats to trainer Kenny McPeek, a graduate of Tates Creek High School & University of Kentucky, on his 1st Kentucky Derby win w/Mystik Dan. The thoroughbred was foaled at McPeek's Magdalena Farm here in Lexington! He also got his 1st Kentucky Oaks win as the trainer for Thorpedo Anna.

Living with early stage dementia and need some support? Join us! LexKy Social Services AgeFriendlyLexington AlzKYIN

Join us at the Lexington Senior Center, 195 Life Lane, for our New Member Meet and Greet on Friday, June 21 at 11 AM. Meet some staff members, get a tour, & learn all about the opportunities you have to get involved at the Lexington Senior Center!

AARP America Walks League of American Bicyclists City of Iowa City Plan + Place AARP Iowa NeighborWorks Alaska AARP Alaska Toyota USA Canfield Consortium City of Laurel AARP Mississippi Head over to spr.ly/6011gqti1 to see all 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 3️⃣ #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees and read about their projects to help make their communities more livable for all ages. 14/

#ICYMI: Our friends at AARP Livable Communities announced the grantees for its 2024 #AARPCommunityChallenge grant program. A total of $3.8 million will be invested in 343 quick- action projects across the country. Check out AARP.org/communitychall… to read all about them!

Want to hear the latest research updates? Join us! UK Research University of Kentucky College of Medicine AgeFriendlyLexington LexKy Social Services Cathedral of Christ the King

🚲 Try out the #BikeAudit Tool Kit from us & League of American Bicyclists to evaluate the bikeability of your community! Your documented results can be shared with local leaders when advocating for safe streets for all users (incl. cyclists). Order or download: spr.ly/6016chq1e

Join us for the 14th Annual Markesbery Symposium Community Session in person or via Zoom September 28th! University of Kentucky College of Medicine UK Research Center for Health, Engagement and Transformation Engaged Aging Lab AgeFriendlyLexington Lexington-Fayette County Health Department LexKy Social Services @macauleylab Lisa L. Barnes, PhD (Barnes Young) Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center UC Davis Neurology Uk Neuro AARP Kentucky

It was a hot day in Gainesway Park, but that didn’t stop a wonderful celebration to officially open a brand new playground! The new playground is more interactive and accessible than ever before, and will greatly benefit the surrounding neighborhood and schools. (1/3)

Caring for a person with dementia? Join us for the next Dementia Caregiver Workshop! Bluegrass AAAIL AlzKYIN LexKy Social Services Gateway Area Development District Lincoln Trail ADD AgeFriendlyLexington AARP Kentucky Kentucky Cabinet for Health & Family Services BRADD Big Sandy Area Development District Cumberland Valley Area Development District FIVCO Area Development District KIPDA Pennyrile ADD Purchase ADD University of Kentucky College of Medicine

📢Hey Kentucky! The 2025 AARP Livable Communities #AARPCommunityChallenge grant program is open! We are excited to accept applications in three funding opportunities – Flagship Grants, Demonstration Grants & Capacity-Building Microgrants. Learn more + apply: spr.ly/6010aDhiw #grants

⏰TODAY - Community Challenge Grant Webinar - Wednesday, January 29 at 2 pm ET Q&A Webinar about 2025 #AARPCommunityChallenge grant program! AARP Livable Communities is making it simple to apply for your 2025 Community Challenge Grant. ✅Registration is Open: spr.ly/6014xjYT2