UofL Trager Institute

We've partnered with the Alzheimer's Association to bring you this four-part Care Partner Series on dementia. Join us for the first session on the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's on Monday, Mar. 30 at 10 AM ET. Register here: gqr.sh/SKkd

Learn practical tips for budgeting, avoiding scams and safe banking at this free session on financial wellness, tomorrow from 1–2 p.m. ET. Join in person at the Trager Institute or virtually via Zoom (registration required). 🔗 bit.ly/3Nwe46h

Learn about the key differences between palliative and hospice care with Tracy Tanner from on Tuesday, Mar. 31 at 10 a.m. Register here🔗 tinyurl.com/yc776mxc

Learn essential medication management tips for caregivers from Dr. Laura Morton on Monday, Mar. 24, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET. Register for this virtual workshop here: bit.ly/3ZUk6Qx

This National Social Work Month, we recognize the role social workers play in improving the health of older adults in Kentucky. Read about the impact our social workers and social work students are making locally and across the state.. 🔗 bit.ly/3NiesFk

Health professionals and learners are invited to join IMPACT 4Ms on March 26, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. ET. This virtual training offers essential learning and skill-building for professionals across different specialties who want to improve care for older adults. bit.ly/IMPACT4Ms

Early bird registration for the 2026 Optimal Aging Conference ends today! This year's conference will focus on lifestyle medicine as a pathway to optimal aging. Register now to save on tickets to attend two days of this information-packed event. bit.ly/40vcuEk

If you work closely with older adults and want to better recognize warning signs of suicide risk, respond effectively and connect individuals to life-saving support, join this session with Karen Wyatt, MD, on Friday, Mar. 20 at noon ET. Register ➡️ bit.ly/4jTbByz

The gentle yoga class scheduled for tomorrow, March 3 has been canceled. We apologize for the short notice and hope to see you all back next week.

It's time to nominate individuals aged 85 years or older who are thriving in later life for the Gold Standard of Optimal Aging Award! 🏅 Submissions accepted until May 1 or until capacity is reached, whichever comes first. 🔗 bit.ly/3OyuPhc

Join us on Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. ET this March for My Health Matters! Always virtual, always free. No registration required. Simply join at this link. ➡️ bit.ly/Trager-MHM

There's still time! Register by March 6 to receive the early bird discount to attend the 2026 Optimal Aging Conference. Join us from April 16–17 to learn how lifestyle medicine can open up pathways to optimal aging. 🔗 tragerinstitute.org/optimal-aging-…

Join our monthly Outdoor Enhancement workgroup meeting next Tuesday, February 24th at 2 PM where we plan walk audits, clean-up events and more to make our community safer, more welcoming and accessible for all ages 🌿🚶🏽💚👩🏽‍🦽❤️🚶‍♀️🌿 Find out more here: agefriendlylou.com/outdoor-enhanc…

Join Sam Cotton, PhD, in this free caregiver workshop on Monday, Mar. 2, 12–1 p.m. ET., to learn how to honor a person's desire for independence while also keeping them safe. Register here: bit.ly/4rLPtsE

Our Gentle Yoga classes on Tuesday, Feb. 10 and Feb. 17 are canceled. We'll see you back on the mat on Feb. 24.

Feeling overwhelmed and stressed? PEARLS is a free program focused on helping adults 60+ solve life problems that may be making them feel down or discouraged. If you or someone you know could benefit, call 502-588-3471 to learn more or visit our website. bit.ly/4t6JbVR

See what we have lined up for My Health Matters in February. Always virtual, always free. Join us every Monday, 6:30–7:30 p.m. 🔗 bit.ly/Trager-MHM

Join this virtual workshop on Feb, 9, 12 p.m. ET, to learn valuable communication skills that can improve your caregiving experience. loom.ly/-ItLnKs

Our art and tai chi classes on Thursday, Jan. 29 are canceled. We hope to see everyone back in session next week.

All wellness classes (art, yoga, tai chi, fitness coaching) are canceled today, Jan. 26, and tomorrow, Jan. 27, due to the weather conditions.