Elder care resource directory

Searching for elder care services and more? Check out these resources.

UK does not endorse any of the providers in this list. We provide these listings to support caregivers in their efforts.

Learn more here.

Visit the national website or the Kentucky website.

Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association advances research to end Alzheimer's and dementia while enhancing care for those living with the disease.

24/7 Hotline: (800) 272-3900

The Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides service and education to 125 counties across greater Kentucky and southern Indiana. Check out the 10 ways to help a family living with Alzheimer's.

Lexington office: (859) 266-5283

Find an Area Agency on Aging in your area.

Phone: 202-872-0888

Email: info@n4a.org

The Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living will promote and provide for the development of community based systems of care which include: planning, access and delivery of services, coordination of activities and programs, as well as advocacy on behalf of and education for older persons, disabled individuals and caregivers in the communities of the Bluegrass.

Phone: (859) 266-1116

Whatever challenges you face with a serious illness, Bluegrass Care Navigators guides and provides the right care to improve comfort, quality of life and peace of mind.

Phone: (855) 492-0812

The mission of the Bluegrass Elder Abuse Prevention Council is to aid in the prevention of elder abuse through community education and identifying those at risk.
Email: BluegrassEAPC@gmail.com
Kentucky Adult Protective Services Hotline: 1-800-752-6200 or 1-877-597-2331

Learn about caregiving through the Caregiving Club Reading List and the AgingCare Reading List.

Caregiving Club realizes that caregivers have precious little time to read, but it felt compelled to create reading lists for caregivers. You may only read a chapter at a time or pick up the book once your caregiving is done. Or if you have not yet stepped into the caregiving spotlight you may read one of these books to help you prepare to care.

Learn how to start the conversation about end of life care.

View the PDF here.

God's Pantry works to improve the health of elderly people at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA commodity foods such as juice, cereal, milk, pasta or rice, peanut butter, canned meat, canned fruits and vegetables, and fresh produce.

Email: info@godspantry.org

Phone: 859-255-6592

The iKnow Expo is a free event for people of all ages and life stages. It empowers us with information about the services, resources, and support available to make the rest of life the best of life.

iTN Bluegrass provides transportation to seniors and people with visual impairments.

Phone: (859) 252-8665

Lexington-Fayette County Government Aging Services program sites include the Lexington Senior Center, Bell House, Charles Young Center and the Black and Williams Center. Their mission is to serve the seniors in the community by creating an atmosphere that acknowledges the value of human life, individually and collectively and affirms the dignity and self-worth of older adults.

Phone: 859-278-6072

Resources from the National Institute on Aging:

Nursing Home Compare has detailed information about every Medicre and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country.

The mission of The Nursing Home Ombudsman Agency of the Bluegrass, Inc. is to improve the quality of care for residents of long-term care facilities. These are nursing homes, family care homes, and personal care homes.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers courses for adults age 50 and over.

The mission of the SBCoA is to improve the health of the elderly in Kentucky and beyond through research dedicated to understanding the aging process and age-related brain diseases, and education, outreach and clinical programs that promote healthy brain aging.

News

November 01, 2024

Remember that Dementia can affect each person differently

November is both National Caregivers Month and National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Thank you for all you do!

August 27, 2024

As she retires, Terri Weber reminds caregivers to make sure they take care of themselves

As they say, all good things must come to an end. I want to let you know that I will be retiring from UK as of Oct. 3. It has been my privilege and honor to work with you, the UK caregivers, throughout the last 14 years. Now it’s time for me to turn to a new chapter. But UK Elder Care will continue. I will assist in the transition, continuing to provide individual consultations on a limited basis and co-facilitating Care Group with Ann Bassoni, UK Mental Health Therapist, until a new hire is confirmed.

July 29, 2024

How do you know when your older loved one needs help in the home?

Usually as we age, most of us would prefer to stay independent in our own homes. It’s familiar and comfortable; a place where we feel we have control over our daily lives and the freedom to do what we want. But continuing to live independently at home can become risky for many of our older loved ones, even though most likely they will downplay or hide any issues they are having.

June 27, 2024

Six Things to consider after receiving a critical diagnosis

After you or a loved one receives a critical diagnosis, including but not limited to Alzheimer’s or any other type of dementia, your world will feel upside down. Shock, anger, fear and grief are all common emotions. Give yourself time and space to work through it and process the news. There is no right or wrong way to react; everyone will respond differently. As the shock wears off you will start thinking about what’s next. What can you do to prepare for the challenges ahead? What can you do to stay in control of your future?

Upcoming events

Dec

4

Elder care workshop on practical approaches to self-care during the holiday season

Jan

15

Elder caregivers support group

Jan

21

Elder care workshop on dementia: Diagnosis to treatment options

Feb

13

Elder care workshop on how do you know when it’s time to consider a care facility

Feb

19

Elder caregivers support group

Mar

18

Elder care workshop on safety and dementia

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Past events

Oct

17

Elder care workshop on medications and aging

Jun

13

Elder care workshop on what to know about the MIND Diet

Podcasts

Becoming Wildly Resilient: Caring for Yourself and Others

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min. listen

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Elder care

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.

Contact our office

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

Searching for elder care services and more? Check out these resources.

Accessible Home Care - What to Ask Your Home Care Company

AARP

Alzheimer's Association

Area Agencies on Aging

Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

Bluegrass Care Navigators

Bluegrass Elder Abuse Prevention Council

Caregiving Club Reading List and AgingCare Reading List

Caregiving Through Love, Life & Death

Dementia Bill of Rights courtesy of The Best Friends Program

God's Pantry Food Bank - Commodity Supplemental Food Program

iKnow Expo

iTN Bluegrass

Lexington-Fayette County Government Aging Services

National Institute on Aging

Nursing Home Compare

Nursing Home Ombudsman Agency of the Bluegrass

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging