Taking a nap can be a joy. But is it good for you?

Bestselling author Sarah Ban Breathnach wrote, "We sleep to recharge our bodies. We nap to care for our souls." And the best news is that not only do naps feel good, but they are (mostly) good for you, according to a story on NextAvenue.org by Barbra Williams Cosentino. The National Sleep Foundation Sleep Health Index [...]

Toyota helps with free rides to COVID vaccines for low-income seniors

A new partnership with Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky has been announced by ITNBluegrass, an independent transportation network. The partnership will fund mobility for low-income seniors to receive their COVID-19 vaccine. "We are overwhelmed with the generosity of Toyota to ensure our community’s most vulnerable have the mobility access they need to get their life saving [...]

Movie looks at life in The Villages, ‘Disneyland for retirees’

In a world full of ageist attitudes, Lance Oppenheim is turning his director's lens toward the complexities inherent in stereotypes. At 25, this filmmaker examines how we look at aging. That he cares about generations far beyond his own is something remarkable in itself. And hopeful. With incredible wit and vision, he's capturing the lives [...]

Free COVID vaccines are available for seniors over 70; others soon

University of Kentucky HealthCare is now offering free COVID-19 vaccinations to the community. UKHC are following Kentucky’s phased plan for distributing the vaccine. To request a vaccination, go to: UKVACCINE.ORG If you have difficulty accessing our online tools or need help filling out the online request form, call: 859-218-0111. Vaccinations are being given at a [...]

Help with having those difficult conversations

Some conversations are just difficult to have. For example, it can be hard to talk about making legal and financial decisions. It can also be tricky to talk to an older member of the family about the need for them to quit driving. The Alzheimer's Association is providing a program that will offer tips on [...]

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