AgeFriendlyLexington

Lexington joins hundreds of the growing AARP Age-Friendly Network nationwide. We're working to make Fayette Co. an even better place to live for all ages.

[AgeFriendlyLexington @AgeFriendlyLex]

What's an age-friendly community about? "Communities should work for everyone," @lauraposkin Her new blog post focuses on communities looking forward to meet everyone's need - at every stage of living. https://t.co/hvz5BByuZs via @APA_Planning #livable #agefriendly

[AARP Kentucky @AARPKY]

📢Hey Kentucky! The 2025 @AARPLivable #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: https://t.co/oYyvQKI8PC #grants

[AARP Kentucky @AARPKY]

⏰TODAY - Community Challenge Grant Webinar - Wednesday, January 29 at 2 pm ET
Q&A Webinar about 2025 #AARPCommunityChallenge grant program! @AARPLivable is making it simple to apply for your 2025 Community Challenge Grant. ✅Registration is Open: https://t.co/mPszR7AS7Q

[UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging @UKSBCoA]

Caring for a person with dementia? Join us for the next Dementia Caregiver Workshop!
@BGAAAIL @AlzKYIN @LexKySocialServ @Gateway_ADD @LincolnTrailADD @AgeFriendlyLex @AARPKY @CHFSKy @BarrenRiverADD @BigSandyDev @cvaddky @fivcoaddky @kipda @PennyrileADD @PurchaseADD @UKYMedicine @EngagedAgingLab @CHET_UKY

[AARP Livable Communities @AARPLivable]

🚲 Try out the #BikeAudit Tool Kit from us & @BikeLeague 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: https://t.co/t3qD3EtZr0

[Mayor Linda Gorton @MayorGorton]

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)

[UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging @UKSBCoA]

Join us for the 14th Annual Markesbery Symposium Community Session in person or via Zoom September 28th!
@UKYMedicine @ResearchKY @CHET_UKY @EngagedAgingLab @AgeFriendlyLex @LFCHD @LexKySocialServ @macauleylab @beyoung40 @rushalzheimers @UCD_Neurology @Ukneuro @AARPKY

[AARP Livable Communities @AARPLivable]

@AARP @americawalks @BikeLeague @CityOfIowaCity @PlanAndPlace @aarpiowa @NeighborWorksAK @AARPAlaska @Toyota @canfield_st @CityofLaurelMS @AARPMS Head over to https://t.co/bmQqfUjc3E to see all 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 3️⃣ #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees and read about their projects to help make their communities more livable for all ages. 14/

[League of American Bicyclists @BikeLeague]

#ICYMI: Our friends at @AARPLivable 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 https://t.co/IleoRdjoI6 to read all about
them!

[UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging @UKSBCoA]

Living with early stage dementia and need some support? Join us! @LexKySocialServ @AgeFriendlyLex @AlzKYIN

[LexKy Social Services @LexKySocialServ]

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!

[UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging @UKSBCoA]

Want to hear the latest research updates? Join us! @ResearchKY @UKYMedicine @AgeFriendlyLex @LexKySocialServ @ctklexky

[Mayor Linda Gorton @MayorGorton]

Congrats to trainer Kenny McPeek, a graduate of Tates Creek High School & @universityofky, on his 1st @KentuckyDerby 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.

[UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging @UKSBCoA]

Excited to be a part of the 37th annual Next Best Years Conference! @LexKySocialServ @AgeFriendlyLex @CHET_UKY @ukychaselab

[AgeFriendlyLexington @AgeFriendlyLex]

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 https://t.co/OohSOiBZwp #Lexington @LexKySocialServ @imagine_lex #ADU #housing

[AARP Kentucky @AARPKY]

Congratulations! New Accessory Dwelling Unit designs are now available at no cost and "will save Louisvillians thousands of dollars," Mayor Greenberg @LouisvilleMayor "This is a win-win for Louisville" Tihisha Rawlins @AARPKY ➡️https://t.co/6gRYfEfnJp #AARPCommunityChallenge #ADU

[Mayor Linda Gorton @MayorGorton]

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)

[UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging @UKSBCoA]

Kentucky experts, including our own 𝐃𝐫. 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭, will be joining with @alzfdn to bring their expertise to caregivers. Join us!

[Mayor Linda Gorton @MayorGorton]

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)

[UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging @UKSBCoA]

Excited to announce the Mind Matters Health Fair! @ResearchKY @UK_CCTS @UKYMedicine @NeuroscienceRPA @LFCHD @LexKySocialServ @AgeFriendlyLex @BGAAAIL @EngagedAgingLab

[AARP Livable Communities @AARPLivable]

🗺️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: https://t.co/eYU3UjQOsU

[Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh @AgeFriendlyPGH]

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