KY: Senior Issues
KY seniors push for family caregiving, equitable housing reforms
Kentuckians age 50 and older say increased support for family caregivers, affordable housing and lower prescription drug costs would help improve …
Kentucky Veterans' caregivers financially overburdened
Veterans Day happens once a year, but all year round, Kentuckians provide care for the veterans they love. According to data from AARP, they spend on …
Kentucky Public Retirees advocate for payments to reflect cost of living
Many retired Kentuckians are facing great personal stress over their finances, according to Kentucky Public Retirees. Larry Totten, president of the …
Caregiving, rising cost of living top concerns for older Kentucky voters
Kentuckians will cast ballots for governor on Nov. 7, and many of the state's older voters said lack of support for caregiving, retirement savings…
Report: Family Caregiving In Kentucky Cost Billions
Unpaid caregiving by Kentucky's more than 600,000 caregivers is valued at more than $8 billion, according to new state data by AARP. AARP Kentucky …
Updates to KY Benefits Program 'KTAP' Aim to Help Family Caregivers
New changes to Kentucky's temporary benefits program - known as KTAP - increase the amount of money families receive to keep pace with inflation…
KY Small Towns Find Ways to Increase Walkability
Whitesburg residents have put the finishing touches on a walking trail aimed at increasing outdoor exercise among residents and linking local business…
Older Kentuckians Want Aging-in-Place Support, Affordable Medication
Kentuckians age 50 and older across the state continue to struggle with high prescription drug costs, caregiver stress, and lack of long-term care …
Neighborhood Org Pushes for Economic Development in West Louisville
A pastor and community leader in Louisville is working to boost economic development and raise the quality of life on Louisville's West end. …
Inflation Squeezes Fixed-Income Kentuckians; Benefits Assistance Can Help
As inflation drives up the cost of living, Kentuckians on fixed incomes are especially vulnerable. More than 2,000 federal, state and local benefits …
Used Wheelchairs, Assistive Equipment Find New Life in Eastern KY Shop
In Hazard, Kentucky, volunteers are refurbishing used wheelchairs and other assistive equipment, and giving them to community members for free…
AARP Shares KY Voter Resources Ahead of May 17 Primary
Ahead of Kentucky's May 17 primary election, residents have several ways to educate themselves on voting changes, deadlines, how to find their …