• Get Involved Today!

    Person-Environment Fit Study The Person-Environment Fit Study is an NIH-funded research study designed to better understand the factors underlying the behavioral challenges of dementia. Utilizing research backed by neuroscience and occupational therapy, this study will serve to enhance the development of more holistic and evidence-based interventions for dementia. If you are caring for and living with someone who has dementia and challenging behaviors, you may be able to participate. Please click the link below to receive further information about participating in the Person-Environment Fit Study. https://www.ccts.uky.edu/participate-research/current-studies/are-you-caring-someone-dementia-0 There is always something happening at Engaged Aging and Sanders-Brown Center on Aging!

  • September Newsletter

    September salutations! Another August has slipped away, but not to worry–all the joys of gorgeous autumn foliage and festivities are upon us this month. We’re thrilled to share all the fun events, tips, and tricks to help you make the most of your September.  Happy reading!The Engaged Aging Team

  • Healthy Aging With Omega Psi Phi

    Last Saturday, we had the privilege of partnering with Omega Psi Phi to put on their annual Health Fair! We had so many awesome community health vendors who provided resources on promoting full brain and body health. We also want to highlight Dr. McBride, one of our neuropsychologists at the University of Kentucky, who gave a fantastic presentation on the differences between brain health and mental health, and how they mutually contribute to each other. We’re so grateful to have been a part of this event again, and we can’t wait for future ones!

  • August 2026 Newsletter

    Happy August! We have lots of news, local events, and evidence-based tips and tricks we’re excited to share with you this month. We’re sure there’s something for everyone.  Please be sure to check out the PDF at the bottom of this page. It’s perfect for printing so you can always have these tips and tricks on hand!  Happy reading!The Engaged Aging Team Download the PDF Here!

  • Spotlight Article: Harmony

    Harmony is the novel, evidence-based dementia care program developed by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus. It uniquely blends the research and techniques from her background in neuroscience, gerontology, and occupational therapy to create harmony between dementia caregivers and their loved ones. While not publicly available yet, we are actively working to get it to you and the ones you’re caring for! Please read this article from University of Kentucky’s College of Medicine to learn more about the development of Harmony, and hear about the lives that have already been changed by it:

  • Presentations at Alzheimer’s Association International Conference

    It was an honor to present our lab’s work at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in London this year! Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus was invited to give a podium presentation on the impacts of her novel Harmony dementia care program. Lab members Dr. Clarissa Benzarti and Ms. Nancy Wolff also presented their own posters at the conference. Sharing our work with experts from all over the world helps spread the news about our findings and inspires us to continue exploring how we can help our community age healthily and happily. Go Engaged Aging Lab!