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Proper disposal of Fats, Oils and Grease

Posted: 11:50 AM When you think about sewers, it’s usually because you’re experiencing a plumbing problem in your house: your sink is backing up or your toilet won’t flush.

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Proper disposal of Medications

Posted: 11:48 AM When you think about sewers, it’s usually because you’re experiencing a plumbing problem in your house: your sink is backing up or your toilet won’t flush.

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Working Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors save lives!

Updated: 4:58 PM Each year in the United States, unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning claims more than 500 lives and sends another 15,200 people to hospital emergency rooms for treatment. There are simple steps you can take to protect yourself from deadly carbon monoxide fumes.

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The Vial of Life is Free

Posted: 4:49 PM The Vial of Life is a smart way to have your medical information on hand just in case of an emergency.

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Changes in Federal Benefit Checks

Updated: 9:48 AM The U.S. Department of the Treasury is requiring everyone who gets federal benefit payments by paper checks to switch to an electronic payment method.

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Recycling In Lexington

Posted: 3:34 PM Many communities offer curbside recycling programs or recycling rolloffs or trailers in outlying counties.

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Waste Management Exemption program

Updated: 4:48 PM The exemption program is for Fayette County residents, which are in the Urban Service Area, and receive LFUCG Waste Management services.

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Learn home fire safety for older adults

Updated: 3:19 PM Older adults are at greater risk of dying in a fire than other adults. Americans over 65 have a particularly high risk of fire-related injuries and death.

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Curiosity never retires at OLLI

Updated: 3:18 PM The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UK offers educational and enriching activities for adults 50 years and older.

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Common scams affecting seniors

Updated: 3:17 PM “Sadly, scam artists continue to devise schemes that prey on the vulnerability and generosity of the elderly,” Attorney General Conway said.

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Embracing Aging

Updated: 3:16 PM Keys to Embracing Aging is a Family Consumer Sciences Cooperative Extension program that introduces 12 healthy behavior practices that encourage optimal aging throughout the life span.

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Legal Documents needed as we age

Updated: 3:15 PM For most people, the “durable general power of attorney” is the most important estate planning instrument available--even more useful than a will.

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Keep a Safe Home

Updated: 3:15 PM Use this easy-to-use home checklist to make sure your home is safe.

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Updates to Medicare

Updated: 3:14 PM Make the most out of your trips to the doctor. Medicare Part B now covers many preventative services for FREE. Talk to your doctor to see which preventative services you should get.

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United Way 211

Updated: 3:13 PM Health and Human Services, Free Tax Prep. Assistance (February-April)

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Exemptions

Updated: 3:03 PM The Homestead Exemption is available to homeowners who fall in two categories: those who will be 65 years of age or over any time during the current tax year, or those who are disabled.

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The Benefits of Golf for Seniors

Updated: 2:57 PM The game of golf is an excellent way for senior adults to keep themselves active and in good health. Regardless of age, a person can continue to enjoy this sport, often doing so in the company of friends and family who may be much younger.

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