"He had to change his whole way of life for us," London Pearson, a fifth grader at Mason Co. Intermediate School in #Maysville. Her essay honoring her Grandfather, Barry Shrout, earned top honors in the 2023 KRTA & AARP Kentucky Grandparent of the Year Essay Contest.1/3

We're so proud to recognize Barry Shrout and every grandparent sharing their love and support with their #grandchildren. Nationwide, an estimated 2.5 million grandparents are raising children, according to U.S. census data. Read more, here: spr.ly/6019OPQjc

About to make some “good trouble”! Attending the “It’s Post Time” for KY Voter Protection reception. Thanks Eta Omega for the invitation.

Passage of the Fair Housing Act in 1968 was landmark legislation. Tonight’s celebration honors that historic moment FrazierMuseum with Metropolitan Housing Coalition. AARP Louisville Community volunteers join a panel discussion on #agingwell…and ready to make #GoodTrouble.

ThriveCenter would like to thank Ron Bridges for his years of service, as the AARP Kentucky State Director.  Ron will be retiring this summer, and AARP is seeking qualified applicants for this position. Learn more here:  careers.aarp.org/jobs/4710?lang…

ThriveCenter Scott Wegenast Thank you for joining us in recognizing Ron's exceptional and successful career AARP 🎉We're proud to celebrate Ron's dedication to our Mission and members across Kentucky and AARP Ohio! #Congratulations 🎉

According to FTC "Many people think scams mostly affect older adults. But reports to FTC’s Consumer Sentinel tell a different story: anyone can be scammed." Learn how you can fight back on June 15 AARP Kentucky Summer Scam Jam in #Louisville! Register - today: spr.ly/6012OIskO

.AARP Kentucky is now accepting nominations for its 2023 Andrus Award for Community Service. Help us honor 50+ Kentuckians who are sharing their experience, talent and skills enriching the lives in their community. Learn more & make a nomination - today. Visit: spr.ly/6014O2MmO

Have you read our new ADU report from AARP Policy? AARP VP Rodney Harrell talks about aging in place, ADUs, and how zoning reform can help planners provide housing that meets community needs. bit.ly/3WPvxqo

Congratulations to all Graduates of Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government’s Senior Intern Program🎉AARP Kentucky Executive Council Volunteer Dr. Merrylyn Moran Smith delivered a powerful Keynote Address. The Annual event celebrates community building & civic engagement. #Lexington

Today is a memorable moment in AARP Kentucky history. After 26 years of dedicated service and exceptional leadership to AARP and our members, State Director Ron Bridges departs for his well earned and deserved retirement. “Onward and Upward!” 🎉 Thank you, Ron🎉

‘Older workers are good for business’: AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins mck.co/3Q3duLW via McKinsey & Company

AARP Kentucky is seeking our next volunteer State President lanereport.com/166675/2023/07…

She works hard every day for the 50+ in Alabama, & last night our state director, Candi Williams (Candi Williams), was honored as a Top 50 Over 50 by Positive Maturity in Birmingham! We’re proud of her and happy to celebrate with her! 🎉

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Our volunteers and staff braved the morning rain to greet guests at 143rd #FancyFarm Picnic in w.Ky. The annual event at St. Jeromes Parish is the “unofficial” kickoff to #Kentucky’s election season. Big thanks to all who make the picnic fun! #kyelections

Today we celebrate a very important birthday! 🥳

Nearly two-thirds of service members don’t know they can get free help with a PACT Act claim. Being unaware of these free services makes veterans vulnerable to con artists trying to steal their benefits. Learn more about these scams and how to avoid them: spr.ly/6015PcuXc

Louisville AARP Kentucky volunteers had an engaging conversation today with Rep. Morgan McGarvey sharing AARP's continued mission supporting the nation's 48 million family caregivers. Learn more, get involved, and support caregivers, visit:spr.ly/6016PW6OY #AARPAdvocatesNationwide #KY03

At AARP, we’re committed to helping organizations realize that age has value. As employers face shortages in the labor force, what an ideal opportunity for older workers to help fill that gap. Read more on the business case for healthy longevity: spr.ly/6010PUMXy