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    Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus on the Science of March Madness

    March 20, 2026

    A very important unofficial American holiday is upon us: March Madness! Hear Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus share about how participating in March Madness can actually benefit your brain:  https://uknow.uky.edu/research/behind-blue-science-march-madness She’s joined by several other experts at the University of Kentucky in the ‘Behind the Blue’ podcast, all sharing their multidisciplinary perspectives on the science of this beloved sport. Go Cats!  Listen to more Behind the Blue episodes on YouTube and Spotify.  

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    Omega Psi Phi Healthy Brain Aging Event

    November 14, 2025

    This past Wednesday, the Omega Psi Phi fraternity here in Lexington hosted their annual health event at the Black & Williams Neighborhood Center! University of Kentucky neuropsychologist, Dr. Willie McBride, gave a presentation on the differences between brain health and mental health. Free health screens were offered by UK Department of Neurology, as well as informational resources from UK Neurology and Sanders-Brown Center on Aging. Catering was provided by DV8 Kitchen. Thank you to Omega Psi Phi for all the great things you’re doing in the community! We’re so grateful that we here at the Engaged Aging Lab got to…

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    Get Involved Today!

    August 27, 2025

    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!