Engaged Aging Lab

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. Access our website from the link below for a version with live links
https://engagedaging.createuky.net/newsletter/

Check out Dr. Rhodus's interview with Neurologylive where she talks about the importance of both innovative medication but also innovative solutions within the home environment for those with dementia!

Expanding the Approach to AD Care Beyond Pharmacological Treatments At , Elizabeth Rhodus, PhD, MS, discussed the importance o...

Check out this great article about Dr. Rhodus and the history/impact of Harmony!

Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus is helping dementia patients and caregivers find Harmony at home Harmony Program, Dr. Elizabeth Rhodus, healthy aging, dementia research

We're excited to be partnering with Omega Psi Phi in the organization of their Healthy Aging Event next month! All are welcome, join us the afternoon of August 15th to learn about aging healthily, get various health screenings, and more!

Check out our lab members presenting their work at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in London! 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. UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging

Congrats to our lab members Clarissa and Nancy and to Dr. Rhodus for having their work accepted to the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) in London next week! Check out this article to learn more information about their accepted work!

Sanders-Brown researchers to share during Alzheimer’s Association International Conference Sanders-Brown researchers share during Alzheimer's Association International Conference

Check out our July newsletter for information on some ways to have a fun and healthy month! UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging
https://engagedaging.createuky.net/uncategorized/july-2026-newsletter/

Meet our newest research team member, Mackenzie!

Mackenzie is a second-year medical student at the University of Kentucky. Originally from Richmond, KY, she received her bachelor's in biology with a minor in Spanish from the University of Kentucky. She is a member on a UK College of Medicine board, which aligns with her research interest to investigate health differences experienced by Kentuckians. She is passionate about community health for Spanish-speaking immigrant and refugees, and plans to serve such populations as a future physician in Kentucky.



She enjoys volunteering in the local community and currently serves as the community partnerships president on the Lexington Latino Health Advocacy Association. She also leads as one of the community resource coordinators for the Salvation Army Clinic, and mentors elementary students at the Nathaniel Mission's afterschool program. Welcome to the team, Mackenzie! UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging

We are still looking for a few more people to join our caregivers research study! If you are caring for someone with dementia you may be eligible. The study is done remotely and you can receive up to $200 for your participation. Contact us for more information at
https://www.ccts.uky.edu/participate-research/current-studies/are-you-caring-someone-dementia-0

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