Engaged Aging Lab

01/23/2026

Curious about ways to keep your brain healthy as you age? Check out what some scientists in Toronto have been looking at when it comes to lifestyle and brain health!

A study of more than 2,100 people ages 60 to 79 found that an intensive two-year program of mental and physical activities, along with a heart-healthy diet, improved memory and thinking.

01/21/2026

🛁 January is National Bath Safety Month, which makes it a perfect time to refresh your space with simple upgrades that support safer bathing for seniors.

Non-slip tape, secure grab bars, and tub transfer benches can make a big difference in preventing falls and improving confidence at home. Small changes can create a safer and more comfortable bathroom environment. 💜

👉 Learn more safe bathing tips for seniors: https://tinyurl.com/84t3d287

01/05/2026

Happy New Year!

2026 has arrived along with this month’s newsletter. As the holiday season transitions into the cool calm of midwinter, we hope you’ll take a moment to read our tips and tricks for starting the year off with a bang.

All the best,
The Engaged Aging Team

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12/18/2025

What a wonderful opportunity to be part of this! We love the Healthy Aging Workshops. Thank you First Baptist Church Frankfort and all who were involved!

12/03/2025

Join us Wednesday, December 17th at the First Baptist Church Frankfort for our monthly Healthy Aging Workshop! Hear from Ms. Solvej Guthrie from the Franklin County Health Department all about Healthy Eating and Weight Management for the holidays. We're excited to see you there!

12/02/2025

Happy December!

We’re excited to bring you this month’s newsletter with tips and tricks to staying engaged throughout the holiday season. Cozy up with a hot mug and enjoy our tips and tricks!
https://engagedaging.createuky.net/uncategorized/december-newsletter-2/

Stay safe and stay warm!
The Engaged Aging Team

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11/14/2025

This past Wednesday, the Omega Psi Phi fraternity here in Lexington hosted their annual health event at the Black & Williams Neighborhood Center! University of Kentucky neuropsychologist, Dr. Willie McBride, gave a presentation on the differences between brain health and mental health, and representatives from the UK Neurology department offered free health screens. Catering was provided by DV8 Kitchen.

Thank you to Omega Psi Phi for all the great things you’re doing in the community! We’re so grateful that we here at the Engaged Aging Lab got to be a part of it.

11/06/2025

Happy November! Please take a moment to read this month's newsletter. It's full of tips to support full brain and body health: https://engagedaging.createuky.net/uncategorized/november-newsletter-2/

10/01/2025

Happy October everyone! Check out the link for this month's Engaged Aging Lab Newsletter for some fun, football-themed whole-body health ideas. https://engagedaging.createuky.net/uncategorized/october-newsletter-2/

09/26/2025

Are You Caring for Someone With Dementia?
Please use the link to learn more: https://www.ccts.uky.edu/participate-research/current-studies/are-you-caring-someone-dementia-0

If you’re caring for a loved one with dementia, you may be eligible to enroll in a new research study! The Person-Environment Fit Study at the University of Kentucky blends time-tested clinical assessments with advanced biological monitors to form a holistic investigation of dementia symptomology and contribute to enhancing evidence-based therapies for people with dementia. And you can do it from your own home!

09/02/2025

Happy September, everyone!

We hope you’ve enjoyed the long weekend and gotten a chance to unwind. If you haven’t gotten a chance to yet, let this be the moment to relax and read through our monthly newsletter!

Please find the links here:
OLLI classes: https://olli.uky.edu/uky/category/category.aspx
Marinara sauce recipe: https://www.yummytoddlerfood.com/easy-veggie-loaded-marinara-sauce/
Craft fair: https://centertech.com/events/harvest-moon-makers-market/
KET Rewire Not Retire: https://ket.org/program/next-chapter-forums/

Happy reading!
The Engaged Aging Team

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07/31/2025

Happy Thursday!

Did you know that some caregivers are motivated to participate in AD research as a way to support their loved ones, and have found themselves with additional support, connections, and answers to questions about being an Alzheimer's caregiver. Watch the personal testimonies from Alzheimer's caregivers below!

Watch videos and read testimonials about why participants join clinical trials and studies.