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Whether you are new to caregiving for an aging loved one or seeking additional resources, it can be difficult to find the information you need. We’re here to help!

Four guides on how to best support your aging loved one

Prepare to Care

This publication from the national organization AARP will help you understand and approach caregiving responsibilities in an organized way.

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Pathways Guide

This comprehensive senior resource guide lists a range of services and senior housing options available in Fayette County and surrounding areas.

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Alzheimer’s Care Kit

Nursing Home Care

Information from the Nursing home ombudsman association of the bluegrass. 

Everything You Need to Know about Residential Long-Term Care in Kentucky

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News

June 01, 2023

What to consider before bringing mom and dad into your home

As adult children, it is natural to want to provide our aging parents with the best care and support possible. Sometimes moving them into our home may be a natural or necessary next step. Multigenerational households are becoming more and more common. According to a study by the Pew Research Center, one in five Americans lives in a multigenerational home.

January 07, 2022

January blog: Elder care groups lend support

“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right” – Oprah Winfrey The beginning of a new year offers us a chance to make a fresh start and gives renewed energy to the parts of our life that need a little extra attention. It also offers us the chance to look back on our victories and to celebrate our accomplishments. Last year was another challenging year. It required patience, continual commitment and increased adaptability. Congratulate yourself on making it through 2021.

October 26, 2020

UK’s 5th Annual Senior Caregiving Conference

Those with dementia do best with routine. A predictable environment offers a sense of control and provides a level of comfort. It helps maintain health and happiness. Many of our loved ones had a routine in place, but in March, everything changed. Everything that was familiar was upended, making life harder for those with dementia and their caregivers. Our loved ones with dementia may not understand why family isn’t visiting, or why everyone is staying at a distance and wearing masks. All of this change can be frightening and disorienting to them.   

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As you navigate your way through issues involved in caring for an elderly loved one, our elder care specialist is here to support you and save you time.

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Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
(859) 218-0457
terri.weber@uky.edu
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