Engaged Aging Lab

04/27/2026

Exciting News! Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus' dementia care program, Harmony, debuts with an official webpage under UKHealthCare! https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/harmony

This is the first step of getting this novel, evidence-based program to caregivers and those living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Stay tuned for more updates as we work to get our research to YOU!

The Harmony program offers evidence‑based strategies to improve quality of life for people with cognitive conditions that affect daily function.

04/22/2026

Meet our very own research coordinator, Kennedy Walcott-George! Kennedy brings to the lab past experience managing both community based research and clinical trial studies as well as several years of community engaged health education/service work. She received both her B.S. and MPH in public health from the University at Buffalo with a focus on qualitative research. She is passionate about building and advocating for healthy communities. We're thrilled to have her!

04/20/2026

Looking for some information on recognizing signs of caregiver burnout? Or maybe you're interested in learning more about the power of self compassion when it comes to caring for your loved one? If so, check out this great podcast from Dementia Untangled!

Podcast Episode · Dementia Untangled · March 25 · 34m

04/17/2026

We've sold out! Excited for Dr. Rhodus to share our work this Sunday at TEDxUKY! Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket for your support

The University of Kentucky will host the 2026 TEDxUKY event 2-6 p.m. Sunday, April 19.

This year’s theme, “Ripple Effect,” examines how a single research finding, idea or spark can transform countless others. The program features six speakers from the UK community whose presentations explore the quiet beginnings of significant change and the power of individuals to touch lives in unforeseen ways.

Learn more: https://research.uky.edu/news/ripple-effect-tedxuky-returns-april-19

04/15/2026

A great opportunity to learn about resources available to you!

Good morning everyone! Come see us at the
Senior Health and Wellness Expo a week from today, 4/20/2026! The event is 10 AM to 1 PM at the Signature Club of Lansdowne.

04/13/2026

Recently, our lab member Nancy Wolff presented her work on sensory processing, dementia, and caregivers at UK's Center for Clinical and Translational Science Annual Conference. Way to go, Nancy! UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging

04/06/2026

Happy April! Spring has finally sprung here in Kentucky: trees are budding, daffodils are in full glory, and the April newsletter has arrived to your feed! We hope you’ll take a moment to sit down and read through our newsletter that’s packed with research-based tips and tricks with a sprinkling of local interest. UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging

04/03/2026

Huge news for the Engaged Aging Lab, Dr. Rhodus will be giving a Tedx Talk this month. Check out this link to purchase a ticket, see you all there! UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tedxuky-ripple-effect-tickets-1983596702133?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

03/27/2026

Meet our newest student to join the team, Abby! Abby is currently a first-year medical student at the University of Kentucky, originally from Paducah, KY. She graduated from Murray State last spring with a Bachelor’s in Pre-Medicine Biology. She spent some time during her undergraduate education as a nursing assistant in nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. Those experiences solidified her interest in medicine and Alzheimer’s and Dementia research, specifically the behavioral aspects of the disease. Welcome to the team, Abby!

03/20/2026

A very important unofficial American holiday is upon us: March Madness! Hear Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus share about how participating in March Madness can actually benefit your brain: https://uknow.uky.edu/research/behind-blue-science-march-madness

She’s joined by several other experts at the University of Kentucky in the ‘Behind the Blue’ podcast, all sharing their multidisciplinary perspectives on the science of this beloved sport.

Go Cats!

Find more Behind the Blue episodes on YouTube and Spotify.

03/19/2026

Check out this video from National Institute on Aging for some practical tips on caregiving for those with dementia!

Millions of people in the United States provide care for a family member or friend with dementia. This video offers practical tips to help dementia caregiver...

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!