2023 Senior Living Guide - Lexington, KY

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“This is one of the best decisions I have ever made, and it’s fun here! I have made wonderful new friends, and renewed many old friendships.”

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MANAGING EDITOR

John Whitlock

10 Lexington Senior Centers

26 Highlighting Lexington’s Senior Living Communities

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A MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to Lexington’s Annual Senior Living Guide!

Baby Boomers are Lexington’s fastest growing population, and they expect the very best when it comes to health, wellness, fitness, and community options. They are also avid volunteers, donors, and financial supporters of great causes.

A subset of baby boomers also includes the sandwich generation — parents who are getting their children off to college, while simultaneously caring for aging parents and relatives.

Senior Living Lexington is designed for community members throughout the bluegrass region who are striving to age gracefully — and the friends and family decision makers who love them.

This annual directory serves seniors and family members who are considering options in retirement living, aging in place, financial and estate planning, healthcare, long-term care, worship communities, and so much more.

Lexington’s Senior Living Annual Guide is only published once a year, but we invite you to join us online at www.seniorlivinglex.com, and on our Facebook page for regular ongoing discussion about important issues facing Lexington’s senior population.

Sincerely,

JOHN WHITLOCK EDITOR

to Central Kentucky’s Annual Senior Living Guide WELCOME

A MESSAGE FROM THE PUBLISHERS

Lexington is a thriving university town blessed with all the amenities that make it a sought after destination for retirement.

Seniors and the friends and family who love them are faced with many questions and decisions to make throughout the process of aging gracefully and successfully:

• How can I access the highest quality medical care providers and resources?

• Where should I live?

• Is my house suitable for aging in place? Does it need adaptations?

• Maybe I’d prefer a condo? Or an apartment?

• What can I afford?

• Would I enjoy a senior community where I could meet friends my age?

• What happens if I become less fit and active?

• Is there access to medical care if I need it?

• Should I keep my car? What are my transportation options?

• Town or country?

• Is my estate plan set up appropriately?

• Do I have enough funds to last throughout my retirement?

Lexington offers dozens of senior living lifestyle options to fit every income, budget, and care level needed. Making these decisions and answering these questions doesn’t happen overnight.

Our goal here at the annual Senior Living Lexington Guide is that we open a dialogue: within families, with friends, within the community — about all the ways we can age gracefully in the bluegrass.

We extend a very special thank you to all of the advertisers, sponsors, and partners who enable us to publish and mail this beautiful annual resource at absolutely no charge to our readers. We encourage you to support their amazing businesses and organizations, and the strong work they do in this community.

We invite you to continue the daily conversation with our community on Facebook, and at seniorlivinglex.com. Call today to advertise in the next annual Senior Living Lexington Guide. 859.361.4169 | ads@seniorlivinglex.com.

Cheers to Preston Greens!

Preston Greens Senior Living is nestled in Lexington’s rapidlygrowing Hamburg area, and specializes in offering Personal Care and Memory Care. The community boasts a variety of amenities including, three spacious courtyards, a movie theater, and a bar lounge and bistro. It also offers specialized programming in dining, activities, and personalized care plans. Preston Greens’ mission is to serve the residents, their families and the staff with compassion, dignity, and respect. If you’re ready to explore

how you or your loved one can receive the best senior living care possible, please reach out and plan your visit today!

The definition of Vibrant is “full of energy and enthusiasm.” Vibrancy is what separates the mundane from the special. It is the key ingredient that changes mediocrity to exceptional, and conventional to extraordinary. The key to living is living vibrantly, especially in your golden years.

“At Preston Greens Senior Living, this is our goal for our residents every

single day. We aim to cultivate an atmosphere that encourages residents to try new things, find purpose, and become a part of something bigger than just an activities program. One of the ways our Vibrant Life Program reaches this goal is by utilizing our Signature Program —Livin’ the Dream! The quarterly program is designed to make our residents’ dreams become a reality. Whether your dream is to go zip lining, to an NFL game, or to meet a giraffe —the sky is the limit.”

Rita Hopkins’ dream was to get a tattoo! She chose an infinity symbol with three hearts that represent the birthstones of her grandchildren. Rita’s daughter, Meg, decided to join in on the dream and they each got a tattoo that represents how important their family is to them.

Betty Dikeman has a passion for all things equestrian. Her dream was to spend a day in the stables and connect with the horses! She visited Keen Ridge Farm and got to experience a full training session where she got to participate in leading the horse, Cash, around the arena.

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“I have never seen a staff so committed to ensuring residents live fulfilling lives. Preston Greens has become my second family.”

—Barb Pace

Lexington Senior Centers

Benefits of leisure activities for seniors

• Socialization through classes, activities and travel

• Creative expression opportunities through classes and activities

• Improved physical well-being through exercise and walking

• Develop sportsmanship with cards and other games

• Travel experiences offered for individuals and groups. Enjoy sights and unique locations with fellow travelers.

Bell House Senior Center

859.233.0986

545 Sayre Avenue

Lexington KY 40508

The Bell House is located in one of Lexington’s loveliest historic neighborhoods, Bell Court, and provides recreation and activities for Fayette County senior adults ages 60 and up. Senior classes at the Bell House are free and open to all Fayette County residents ages 60+, and a schedule of activities can be found in the monthly newsletter.

Activities and programming include art, fitness (chair yoga, walking clubs, line dancing, water classes), music, and even an AARP drivers’ course.

Lexington Senior Center

859.278.6072

195 Life Lane

Lexington KY 40502

When the Lexington Senior Center is open, activities are available to all independent Fayette County residents age 60 and over. New participants are always welcome! When the Center is open, simply stop by the reception desk to complete a registration form. A participant’s handbook is available to you with more detailed information regarding the center activities and policies.

Although the Center has been closed throughout much of the COVID crisis, staff have maintained an active online presence and relationship with members.

Central Kentucky Senior Centers

Central Kentucky is home to dozens of Senior Centers. Senior Centers typically vary greatly in programming, but many offer access to social services, meal program info, activities, field trips, ongoing learning opportunities, transportation options and assistance for Seniors, and so much more!

Below is a Sampling of Senior Centers in our Beautiful Bluegrass Region

Anderson County Senior Center

502.839.7520

160 Township Square

Lawrenceburg KY 40342

Berea Senior Center

859.986.8350

214 West Jefferson Street

Berea KY 40403

Bourbon County Senior Center

859.987.7453

11 Legion Drive Paris KY 40361

Boyle County Senior Center

859.236.2070

569 Jean Drive

Danville KY 40422

Estill County Senior Center

606.723.4787

100 Golden Court Irvine KY 40336

Garrard County Senior Center

859.792.3147

153 Farra Drive Lancaster KY 40444

Harrison County Commission on Aging

859.234.5801

216 Old Lair Road

Cynthiana KY 41031

Jessamine County Senior Center

859.885.9102

111 Hoover Drive Nicholasville KY 40356

Lincoln County Senior Center

606.365.9016

100 Senior Way Stanford KY 40484

Mercer County Senior Center

859.734.5185

1475 Louisville Road Harrodsburg KY 40330

Nicholas County Senior Center

859.289.3729

2323 Concrete Road, Suite B Carlisle KY 40311

Powell County Senior Center

606.663.5981

551 S. Main Street Stanton KY 40380

Richmond Senior Citizens Center

859.623.0474

1215 W. Main St Richmond KY 40475

Scott County Senior Center

502.863.4041

800 Cincinnati Pk. Suite 10 Georgetown KY 40324

Woodford County Senior Center

859.873.8384

285 Beasley Drive Versailles KY 40383

Precious Moments

The Year in Senior Living

Lexington Fire Department Phone Directory

For emergencies, call 911.

Fire Chief

Fire Chief Jason Wells

859-231-5660

Administrative Division

Human Resources |

Internal Affairs

Assistant Chief Chad

Traylor

859-231-5643

Police & Fire Pension Office

859-258-3539

Administrative Officer | Grants

859-231-5662

859-231-5606

Administrative Officer |

Open records requests

859-231-5640

Communications and Information Technology

Battalion Chief Edward Crews

859-231-5674

Health and Safety

Major Gary Harris

859-231-5648

Self Contained Breathing

Apparatus

Firefighter Roger Hibbitts

859-231-5630

Operations Division

Asst. Chief Rob Larkin

859-231-5602

Fire Suppression

859-231-5676

Emergency Medical Services

Battalion Chief Marc Bramlage 859-231-5644

Special Operations

Major Adam Morgan 859-280-8922 or 859-280-8923

Planning Division

Asst. Chief Todd Reece 859-231-5679

Community Services | Public Education

Battalion Chief Jordan Saas 859-231-5662

Fire Prevention Schedule inspections: Fire Marshal | Major Jeffrey Johnson 859-231-5681 or 859-231-5668

Water Control Captain Greg Lengal 859-258-3963

Fire Training Academy

Battalion Chief Chris Harrod 859-231-5612

Investigations

Major Chris Burke 859-231-5698 or 859-231-5672

For non-emergencies or phone numbers not listed, call 859-231-5600

Smoke alarm installation

The Lexington Fire Department Community Services Division, in partnership with the American Red Cross, will install 10-year lithium battery smoke alarms in all homes in Fayette County.

The smoke alarms are free and will be installed by the Lexington Fire Department at no cost to the occupant.

As part of the installation, the LFD will also conduct a fire safety inspection.

To schedule a smoke alarm installation

Contact the Lexington Fire Department via email at LFD-communityservices@lexingtonky.gov or call (859) 231-5662.

Please include the following information:

• Name

• Address

• Contact info (phone or email)

• Number of floors

• Number of bedrooms

• Do you already have alarms in your home and if so, are they currently working and are they equipped with a battery or hard-wired into the home?

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Adult Protective Services/Elder Abuse Reporting

24 HOUR HOTLINE 877.597.2331

EElder abuse and neglect happens far too often in Kentucky. Sadly, it is not always evident. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services has initiated a public awareness campaign to help seniors protect themselves and to teach the rest of us the warning signs of abuse and neglect.

If you believe that an elderly person is in imminent danger immediately call toll free (800) 752-6200 or (800) 752-6200 or 911. If the person is not in imminent danger but you are suspicious, watch the way the caregiver acts toward the elderly or disabled person.

Look for a pattern of threatening, harassing, blaming or making demeaning remarks to the person — or isolating the person from family members and friends. Watch for an obvious lack of helpfulness or indifference, aggression or anger toward the person. Listen for conflicting stories about the elderly or disabled person’s illnesses or injuries.

Learn to recognize the signs of self-neglect, caregiver neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse and financial abuse.

Currently in Kentucky, there are Local Coordinating Councils on Elder Abuse established in every Area Development District. The councils’ goals are to:

• develop and build an effective community-wide system of prevention and intervention that is responsive to the need of victims, perpetrators, family members and formal or informal caretakers.

• identify and coordinate the roles and services of local

agencies that work with elder abused, neglected or exploited victims and to investigate or prosecute elder abuse cases.

• monitor, evaluate, and promote the quality and effectiveness of services and protection in the community.

• promote a clear understanding of elder abuse, current laws, elder rights and resources available in the community.

• serve as a clearinghouse for information on elder issues. Organized along regional or county lines, depending on the needs of each location, the local coordinating councils were formed under the joint leadership of the Area Agencies on Aging and local Adult Protective Services (APS) staff of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Membership of each coordinating council includes APS staff, local law enforcement officers, judges, prosecutors, state police, bankers, care providers, long-term care ombudsmen and other advocates for the elderly.

Lexington Police Department

859.258.3600 (non emergency number)

With 633 sworn officers and nearly 150 civilian personnel, the Lexington Police Department is the largest division within the LexingtonFayette Urban County Government. The agency’s mission is to serve and protect all citizens and visitors in the city with a high level of integrity, transparency and dedication to community policing.

The department consists of four bureaus: administration, investigation, patrol, and special operations.

Each bureau is home to several units, with responsibilities ranging from traffic control, patrolling neighborhoods, criminal investigations, assisting crime victims, officer training and more.

Fayette County Sheriff

859-252-1771

The goal of the Office of the Fayette County Sheriff is to assist all victims of crime efficiently and diligently, and to help prevent further acts of violence and abuse.

Pawsitively Positive Effects for Pets and Seniors

“Take two Labradors and call me in the morning.”

AARP reports that “dogowning seniors have lower blood pressure and lower cholesterol than their petless peers. Having a dog also reduces the risk of heart attack — and boosts your chances of long-term survival if you have one.”

Good company makes good common sense, and it’s good for you too.

The secret weapon for better well-being among seniors may be a companion animal.

As we age, it is more common than ever to develop a sedentary lifestyle, and loneliness and depression are common issues within our nationally aging population.

Pet ownership combats the challenges of aging with proof that seniors who have pets also have more health benefits, both physical and psychological/emotional.

The American Psychological Association reports numerous psychological and social connections between feelings of greater selfesteem and overall emotional well-being, and a decreased sense of loneliness among seniors who had animal companions.

Humans crave a sense of purpose and the need to feel connected, and these impulses are not diminished by aging. Owning a pet

“A dog may keep you sane, showered and solvent. Studies show that dog owners exhibit higher degrees of self-discipline than those without. Makes sense: Dogs, like humans, thrive on structure; they need to be fed, walked and nurtured at regular intervals.”

provides older adults with both companionship and purpose—a reason to wake up in the morning.

AARP suggests, “A dog may keep you sane, showered and solvent. Studies show that dog owners exhibit higher degrees of self-discipline than those without. Makes sense: Dogs, like humans, thrive on structure; they need to be fed, walked and nurtured at regular intervals.”

Having a companion animal can increase fitness and reduce cardiovascular along with lowering stress and providing social support. A study in The Journal of Physical Activity and Health found that dog owners walk approximately one hour longer per day than those without a dog. The addition of daily walks brings the potential for an increase in social interactions, which helps with meeting new people. Studies have shown that pet walking offers a means to socialize with pet owners and others.

Cat or dog, fish or hamster, companion animals play a valuable role in the lives of seniors. □

—AARP

Come home to

You get older, you ask harder questions.

How can you continue living the best life possible, working around the limitations of aging and focusing on the opportunities instead?

Especially when winter keeps you indoors, how do you stay socially connected? And where do you find new friends?

How do you keep boredom at bay and satisfyingly fill the days? Are your hobbies enough? Do you get the urge to widen your horizons and learn something new? How and where would you do that?

And what about health — those all-important routines of fitness and healthy eating? Tired of cooking? Skipping meals? How can you preserve your well-being so you can continue to do everything you find meaningful and fun?

When you’ve got questions, get answers here.

Cedarhurst of Nicholasville and Cedarhurst of Beaumont are personal care and memory care communities from Cedarhurst Senior Living — and they might be just what you need.

Friendship-rich, maintenance-free, activity-filled and secure, life here is customized around each resident’s interests and preferences.

A special kind of caring: Living TRUEsm.

Cedarhurst Senior Living recently launched Living TRUEsm, the personalized life enrichment program aimed at restoring and accelerating full engagement with daily life by:

• Tailoring each day’s plans to individual wants and needs.

• Relating to everyone with genuineness and integrity.

• Uplifting abilities and encouraging strengths and capabilities in each person.

• Exciting the senses and making every day rich and fulfilling.

Every day excitement.

Living TRUEsm engages the whole person, offering good food, music, art, recreation, friends and family, and the peace that follows when so many services and amenities are close at hand.

Relationships nurtured.

Friendships flourish with the support and companionship that community living offers. Communities schedule activities for getting acquainted, set aside areas for socializing, and monitor the satisfaction and growth of staff members.

What families think.

Families searching for a community for their loved ones find the Cedarhurst lifestyle is a confidencebuilder. Where others offer wellness

services, Living TRUEsm provides an integrated and holistic approach that gives families comfort – especially when they learn how their loved ones will be consistently surrounded by caring individuals who are focused on friendship-building, healthy living practices and personal growth.

For many older adults — and their families — who face aging’s many questions, it ends up being simple: The answer is Cedarhurst.

Find out more about Cedarhurst.

Cedarhurst Senior Living is a recognized senior housing leader, serving thousands of seniors and their families in multiple states with a clear vision: Every person should feel loved, valued, supported and able to live life to the fullest. Call (859) 785-4177 or visit CedarhurstLiving.com for more information.

Take the Ride

Meet ITN Bluegrass’s Gale Reece

Gale Reece left a small family business after 20 years, and says she asked herself, “‘What do I want to do when I grow up?’”

She explains, “My grandparents were a tremendous influence on me when I was young. I went to the city Director of Aging Services and she helped me to identify a need and find a program to start in Lexington – ITNBluegrass (senior transportation). It took a couple of years to launch (legislative change, raising funds and hiring a team). In July of 2008, we gave our first ride. Today, after almost 11 years and over 70,000 rides, ITNBluegrass is going strong.”

The Independent Transportation Network® (ITN) is dedicated to providing dignified transportation. Older adults join ITNBluegrass and become dues-paying members of an organization committed to their mobility. When they pick up the telephone to schedule a ride, they are not asking a favor. ITNBluegrass is a nonprofit built to ease the transition from the driver’s seat to the passenger seat.

Lexington’s popular senior conference, the i know expo, held annually, is also Reece’s brainchild. The conference evolved from her work with ITN Bluegrass. She says, “During those early years with ITNBluegrass, we noticed other needs in our membership. Adult children and members themselves called to ask about other elder services and we had no idea how to direct them. So, in 2012, we

launched the i know expo to bring together caregivers, elders, and those with disabilities with services in Kentucky.”

Recalling success stories from the early years, she remembers, “Our very first expo in 2012, we had a pair of sisters caring for their father who was an ITN member. They cried as they thanked us for putting all these resources together in one place.”

She recalls, “an attorney, who is one of the most brilliant people I know, did not have a clue how to navigate the care of his mother in the first signs of dementia, living in her own home, and one of ITN’s first clients.” And she can’t forget “an event coordinator who was struggling with her father and his growing dementia. He had been lost on the interstate driving to Tennessee during our planning. Now she was able to discuss her issues and concerns in one place, one time with professionals.”

Older adults continue to stay in the workforce much longer than in the past, many for financial reasons. Reece says. “In today’s

world, there are not many people retiring with good solid pensions as past generations have had.”

“One of the challenges we have had staying in the workforce is the speed at which technology is moving. When I was building our family storage business, we designed our own software with a local developer and did not dare touch anything on the screen other than as directed. Today, I do not think to play around with the software to discover what it can do. So it is a harder learning curve for us.”

But seniors bring unique assets in the workplace as well. She says, “What we bring to the workforce is the ability to apply past experience to solve issues, especially involving relationships with customers and fellow team members. This ‘wisdom’ comes with age and experience.”

She says, “Our challenge when this crisis is waning is restoring and rebuilding the workforce. I do not know how that is going to affect older adults. One thing I do know is that older adults are essential to our non-profit organizations and volunteer communities.” □

Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton and Gale Reece at the 2019 iKnow Expo

Going Places

Think of it as a little like Uber for Great Aunt Betty. The Independent Transportation Network® (ITN) is dedicated to providing dignified transportation. Older adults join ITNBluegrass and become dues-paying members of an organization committed to their mobility. When they pick up the telephone to schedule a ride, they are not asking a favor. ITNBluegrass is a nonprofit built to ease the transition from the driver’s seat to the passenger seat.

But it’s so much more than an uber or lyft, or even a taxi.

ITN Bluegrass provides armthrough-arm, door-to-door service. And like using your own automobile,

ITN is available 24/7, offering the flexibility to schedule rides in advance or as needed, as well as the option to ride alone or with others.

Feeling a little isolated in your social distance? That’s how many older people who don’t drive anymore feel all the time. Why not reach out and give an older person a ride?

Volunteer to drive once a week for ITN. All volunteers are provided training and ITN has adopted safety guidelines in line with CDC guidance to protect both drivers and riders.

Call

today to learn more and to sign up to drive. Driving record and background check required.

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1-866-440-3618

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Learn, Learn, Learn

We are never too old to learn and central Kentucky offers a wide variety of educational and training opportunities guaranteed to keep us all intellectually challenged and stimulated for many years to come. Below is a sampling of offerings in the central Kentucky area.

Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning carnegiecenterlex.org

859.254.4175

The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning is a 501(c) (3) non-profit educational and community center devoted to helping all citizens improve their quality of life through education and expression. An open-door policy invites people young and old to learn something new. They offer seasonal classes in writing, publishing, and languages; readings from established authors and local literary icons; and other arts-related events designed to encourage an appreciation for learning and the arts among Central Kentuckians.

Donavan Scholars

uky.edu/olli/donavan-fellowship

859.257.2656

The Donovan Scholarship pays tuition and mandatory course fees for adults 65 years and older, taking academic courses at the University of Kentucky. The scholarship is available for courses held on campus and limited availability for UK online classes. Donovan Scholars may audit classes for the joy of learning (exams, papers or other assignments are typically not required), take classes for credit without working toward a degree, or take classes for credit as a degree-seeking candidate.

There is no previous educational requirement for Donovan Scholars auditing an undergraduate class (not seeking a degree). When working toward a degree, UK Admissions criteria must be met.

Registration in a class is based upon available space, may require the consent of the instructor, and/ or have prerequisites. Donovan Scholarship Applications are available at the Donovan Office and accepted year-round.

Lexington Public Library

lexpublib.org

859.231.5500

The Lexington Public Library serves a merged city-county jurisdiction of 300,000+ people through a central library, 5 neighborhood branches, an active Outreach department, and rapidly expanding virtual services. In addition to traditional library services, the library supports a digital studio with a full array of video and audio editing equipment for customer use; an art gallery; state of the art theater for live performances, movies, and presentations; a job lab where customers can get personalized help with resumes and job applications; a bilingual homework help program; a library YouTube channel; and a “Book a Librarian” program for customers who need in-depth research assistance, reader’s advisory, or help with their digital devices. Whatever your age or interest, you can expand your horizons and exercise your brain by

visiting the “people’s university” –your local public library. Here you will find resources, programs, and experts to help you explore any topic you desire.

OLLI

uky.edu/olli

859.257.2656

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Kentucky offers educational and enrichment courses, forums, shared interest groups, trips, events and more for adults 50 years and older. More than 1,300 adult learners participate annually. The University of Kentucky has been at the forefront nationally in lifelong learning since 1964. The OLLI at UK has sites in Lexington and Morehead.

OLLI is a membership program with an annual fee. OLLI Scholars are eligible to register for courses and SIGs; take advantage of early bird registration windows; sign up for socials, trips, special events, and projects; access UK Wellness Centers; and more. Membership begins in August and includes Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. Membership may be purchased throughout the year. Summer-only membership is prorated. OLLI at UK is a volunteer, member-led institute with Advisory Boards in Lexington and Morehead. Members, also known as OLLI Scholars, serve on committees and task forces, teach courses, facilitate SIGs, and volunteer for events. Committees develop curriculum, plan and

implement presentation series, social events, trips, projects, recruit volunteers and promote the program as OLLI Ambassadors.

YMCA

ymcacky.org

859.254.9622

Today’s seniors are more health conscious than ever before. The YMCA makes the health and fitness of seniors a top priority by providing programs for the spirit, mind and body. Through group exercise classes and aquatic programs that concentrate on mobility and flexibility, dance classes, social events, and volunteer activities, the YMCA is bringing Seniors / Active Older Adults (AOA) together for camaraderie, fellowship and fun.

Highlighting Lexington’s Senior Living Communities

Lexington is a top destination for retirement living with all the amenities and healthcare accessibility offered by a college town. Below is a sampling of local senior living communities that you’ll be introduced to in this year’s 2023 Senior Living Guide.

We extend a very special thank you to all of the advertisers, sponsors, and partners who enable us to publish and mail this beautiful annual resource at absolutely no charge to our readers.

We encourage you to call on them throughout the year as you are making decisions about all of Lexington’s many senior living options.

Ashland Terrace

859.266.2581

www.ashlandterrace.com

Ashland Terrace is an independent living community serving women 60 and up, now celebrating 100 years! Ashland Terrace offers meals, transportation, housekeeping, free wifi, and an award-winning flower-cutting garden.

Best Friends Adult Day Center

859.258.2226

5220 Grey Oak Lane, Nicholasville www.BestFriendsAdultDay.com

Best Friends Adult Day Center promotes meaningful social, physical and spiritual activities, including personal care and medication assistance, meals, and secure outdoor engagement.

Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods

859.885.3000

5220 Grey Oak Lane, Nicholasville www.BridgepointeAssistedCare.com

Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods is a senior living community designed to help families grow closer as needs change, offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, alongside activities, chef-made meals, and spiritual care.

Cedarhurst

859.785.4177

1600 Nicholasville Bypass, Nicholasville www.cedarhurstnicholasville.com and

1165 Monarch Street, Lexington www.cedarhurstbeaumont.com

Cedarhurst of Nicholasville and Cedarhurst of Beaumont are personal care and memory care communities from Cedarhurst Senior Living. Friendship-rich, maintenance-free, activityfilled and secure, life is customized around each resident’s interests and preferences.

Homeplace at Midway

859.846.4663

101 Sexton Way, Midway www.TheHomeplaceAtMidway.com

The Homeplace at Midway provides a unique cottage setting as Kentucky’s first “Green House” model, offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The empowered staff supports aging with dignity and a meaningful life with world-class services.

The Lafayette

859.278.9080

690 Mason Headley Road, Lexington www.PhoenixSeniorLiving.com

The Lafayette offers independent living accommodations, as well as rehabilitation services and respite, short stays for those with specialized needs.

Mayfair Village

859.266.2129

3310 Tates Creek Road, Lexington www.MayfairSeniors.com

Mayfair Village offers independent living and licensed personal care; in-house physician services; on-site outpatient therapy; active social, educational, and fitness programs; chef-prepared meals; personal transportation; secure parking garage; and newsly renovated apartment homes.

Preston Greens

859.309.1897

1825 Little Herb Way, Lexington www.prestongreensseniorliving.com

Preston Greens Senior Living is located in Lexington’s rapidly-growing Hamburg area, and specializes in offering Personal Care and Memory Care. The community boasts a variety of amenities including, three spacious courtyards, a movie theater, and a bar lounge and bistro. It also offers specialized programming in dining, activities, and personalized care plans.

Volunteer Here!

Proven health benefits for older Americans

The Corporation for National and Community Service is committed to sharing the health and mental benefits of volunteering for older americans. According to CNCS, “Overall, the elderly make up almost 25 percent of the volunteer population, and if you include the 55-64 demographic, it’s more than 35 percent.”

With almost one in every five Americans projected to be age 60 or older by 2030 – there is a great opportunity to engage older Americans in volunteering as a way to contribute to longer, healthier, more engaged lives.

The organization, A Place for Mom, suggests a handful of reasons that volunteering can revitalize our aging population:

It helps bridge the generation gap.

It helps change the way people think about older adults.

It is good for mental health and can help prevent Alzheimer’s. The National Institute on Aging has reported that participating in social leisure activities and meaningful, productive activities such as volunteering may lower the risk of health problems in seniors, including dementia, as well as improving longevity. Being a volunteer can help keep the brain and the body active, which contributes to continuing cognitive health, according to numerous studies.

It helps prevent senior isolation and depression.

It promotes healthy physical activity.

The AARP estimates that up to 17 percent of Americans 55 and older may experience social isolation, and volunteering is a meaningful way to address that.

A SAMPLING OF LOCAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

AARP

1.888.687.2277

Find ways to be of help directly in your community, whether you have 5 minutes, 5 hours or 5 days to give.

Bluegrass SHIP Program

1.866.516.3051

SHIP provides assistance to Medicare beneficiaries or anyone aged 60 years old or older in 35 Central, Northern and Northeastern counties. The mission is to help individuals make informed decisions about the programs that affect their quality of life, such as Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, Medigap insurance and other benefit programs.

SHIP staff and volunteers receive extensive training in the various public benefit programs.

Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)

859.233.4600

The Foster Grandparent Program offers seniors age 55 and older opportunities to serve as mentors, tutors, and loving caregivers for children and youth with special and exceptional needs. If you are interested in serving as a Foster Grandparent, you must meet income eligibility guidelines, and you will receive a modest, tax-free stipend to offset the cost of volunteering. Foster Grandparents serve a minimum of 20 hours per week. Other benefits include training and insurance.

Independent Transportation Network — ITN Bluegrass

859.252.8665

All of us have a stake in helping to ensure that older adults and people with visual impairments can remain active once they stop driving. Volunteers help older people stay connected to families, friends, and activities that bring meaning to their lives — and to yours.

Kentucky Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

502.574.6164

Outreach Volunteers set up SMP display tables at community events such as health expos, information fairs, etc to increase awareness about Medicare and Medicaid errors, fraud and abuse. Volunteers distribute Personal Healthcare Journals, brochures and other materials, answer basic questions, refer seniors to other resources.

Sayre Christian Village

859.271.1469

Sayre Christian Village is a nonprofit senior living community dedicated to providing quality housing, rehabilitation services and long-term nursing care reflecting Christian compassion for everyone. Sayre Christian Village is actively recruiting volunteers who can offer friendship to residents and their families. Join more than 75 volunteers at SCV who combine to form an award-winning activities program. This may be the

opportunity you are looking for to help you express your faith by making a significant and positive impact in the lives of others through Christian service.

SCORE

859.231.9902

Every year, SCORE volunteers help thousands of entrepreneurs start small business and achieve new levels of success in their existing businesses. Volunteering at SCORE is a way for you to give back to your community, connect with fellow business owners, and pass on your knowledge and expertise to a new generation of entrepreneurs in your community.

The Lexington Kentucky Chapter of SCORE is part of a national nonprofit association and a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration. SCORE is volunteerbased and provides free professional guidance and education through

one-on-one face-to-face, telephone or email counseling to existing and emerging small businesses, entrepreneurs and start-ups.

The Lexington Chapter was founded in 1972 Chapter Number 276. The counselors of the Lexington Kentucky Chapter are experienced business owners and managers who volunteer their experience and knowledge to help small business owners and potential small business owners achieve success.

SCORE works with small (500 employees or less) businesses and start-ups. SCORE provides counseling to all small businesses regardless of race, creed or color, excluding no one.

United Way of the Bluegrass/RSVP Trailblazers

859.233.4460

Looking for ways to give back to your community? Do you love helping kids learn and grow? The

RSVP Trailblazers Program may be for you.

The RSVP Trailblazers Program is part of a national initiative that provides volunteer opportunities to persons aged 55 and over who want to remain actively involved in their community.

RSVP Trailblazers’ specific goal is to focus volunteer talents on greater academic success by tutoring, mentoring and sharing life experiences.

RSVP Trailblazers Volunteers have the opportunity to work with children ages 4-18 years performing the following activities:

• Reading to younger students

• Assist younger students with the following: multiplication tables, fractions and division

• Review the following with Head Start students: colors, shapes, numbers and letters

• Tutor reading and mathematics

• Assist in a computer lab

• Serve in an English as a Second Language classroom

• Mentor students at mealtimes; share stories, life experiences and polite manners

• Assist in a specific subject you know best (Science, Music, Art, Family & Consumer Science, etc.)

• Help coach a sports team

• Volunteer with homework prep

• Work with youth on their instruction and assignments in their vocational fields

• Mentor students in their chosen profession

Less is More

Downsize, Declutter, and De-Stress

Minimalism and simplicity have become such popular movements, it’s no longer just the baby boomers who are looking to downsize, declutter, simplify, and organize.

The LA Times found that the average American home contains around 300,000 items. And according to the Wall Street Journal, Americans spend $1.2 trillion each year on nonessential goods — meaning things they don’t need. Most of us could do more with less.

There is no “right” age to begin the process, just as there is no “right” age to begin a “diet” — instead, just like with proper nutrition, consider it a lifestyle choice — a way of living. Although Marie Kondo’s bestseller has been a little too trendy in recent years, The LifeChanging Magic of Tidying Up offered concrete, useful strategies:

1. Discard by category, not by room.

2. Break down a category into manageable bites (“clothes” can be grouped into dozens of subcategories).

3. If an item doesn’t “spark joy,” say thanks for the memories and send it on to its next adventure.

4. After you’ve discarded and decluttered, then you can organize.

Downsizing can be a stressful process that takes a mental and physical toll — but it doesn’t have to be that way.

Prepare in advance, set a realistic timeframe, and approach it one step at a time.

Make it fun. Put on your favorite music. Or turn on your favorite TV show and just work during the length of each commercial. Invite friends and family and send them home with a few treasures you no longer need or want. (Banish the guilt. Every generation is going to pass on its fair share of Pelotons.)

Downsizing looks different for everyone, and it is best to first decide what it looks like for you.

Evaluate your reasons, whether it is maintenance, cost of living, or health issues that are informing your decision.

Perhaps you’re moving from a large singlefamily home to a more manageable condo? You might be considering moving in with family members? Or you could just be motivated to declutter your space and reduce fall-risks.

Deciding what stays and what goes is a vital and meaningful part of the downsizing process. Many items will be mementos, others will contain memories, yet at the end of the day, the bottom line is you can keep the memories without the clutter. If you can live without it, you can do without it.

Items that are no longer needed can go on to a new home, or a new use, and can often be repurposed or recycled — whether that involves donating them to a good cause like your local Habitat ReStore, or using a yard sale or marketplace to generate extra funds.

And never hesitate to call in a professional if the process seems too overwhelming. There are dozens of local organizers and movingconcierges who offer an array of services to fit a variety of budgets. □