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.

Lexington, Kentucky
Joined November 2016
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. ow.ly/1oWy30idXVU via @APA_Planning #livable #agefriendly
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AgeFriendlyLexington retweeted
📢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: spr.ly/6010aDhiw #grants
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⏰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: spr.ly/6014xjYT2
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🚲 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: spr.ly/6016chq1e
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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)
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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
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#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 AARP.org/communitychallenge to read all about them!
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Living with early stage dementia and need some support? Join us! @LexKySocialServ @AgeFriendlyLex @AlzKYIN
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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!
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Want to hear the latest research updates? Join us! @ResearchKY @UKYMedicine @AgeFriendlyLex @LexKySocialServ @ctklexky
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AgeFriendlyLexington retweeted
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.
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Excited to be a part of the 37th annual Next Best Years Conference! @LexKySocialServ @AgeFriendlyLex @CHET_UKY @ukychaselab
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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 states.aarp.org/kentucky/adu #Lexington @LexKySocialServ @imagine_lex #ADU #housing
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 ➡️louisvilleky.gov/government/… #AARPCommunityChallenge #ADU
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AgeFriendlyLexington retweeted
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)
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Kentucky experts, including our own 𝐃𝐫. 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭, will be joining with @alzfdn to bring their expertise to caregivers. Join us!
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AgeFriendlyLexington retweeted
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)
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🗺️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: spr.ly/6019ZOyU9
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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! 🥰
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