Shelbyville, KY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Housing Other

Description: An unused outdoor area will be converted into a secure green gathering space with seating and lighting. The space will support peer gatherings, shared meals and social connections for older veterans.

Shelbyville, KY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: Many older adults in Shelbyville faced difficulty in navigating digital tools needed for daily life. The Family Life Center offered classes and personalized coaching that helped participants practice email, texting, telehealth and other essential tasks. Teens served as digital mentors, creating a patient environment where everyone could learn at their own pace. Participants said the instruction was helpful and reassuring, noting how learning simple skills made them feel more connected and independent. The project strengthened social ties, reduced isolation and positioned the Family Life Center as a trusted hub for ongoing digital inclusion and future partnerships.

Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.