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Charlaine Reynolds, owner of Age Transitions, has worked with older adults for more than 20 years along the entire continuum of care… independents still living at home, assisted living, skilled nursing, dementia care and hospice. She has a BA in Social Science from the University of Houston, a Certificate in Gerontology from the University of Houston Graduate School of Social Work, a Certified Dementia Practitioner and a MPH candidate in Public Health. Now located in Louisville, Charlaine Reynolds first became acquainted with eldercare years ago through her own family. Her father-in-law had moderate dementia and he was totally dependent on his spouse. “As a family, we were young and dumb about this disease. We had so much to learn, and I’m sure we would have made different decisions had we known more.” After her father-in-law died, Charlaine became a hospice volunteer, visiting senior residents in nursing facilities and from there becoming involved in the Alzheimer’s Association. She chose to work with older adults professionally, starting out as the social director for the largest YMCA senior program in Houston, Texas. But she was drawn to work in a nursing home, to “see for myself” how they operated, if she could make a difference. “I’ve always said, ‘You can be part of the problem or part of the solution.’ I’m very proud of my work in long-term care. I won several awards including my dementia unit being named the first “Elite” by Kindred Healthcare in the U.S.” Charlaine continues her work by sharing her expertise with Louisville families making difficult decisions about older adult placement in long-term care. Her understanding “of how things work” can help ensure a smoother transition from home and a chance to establish a good relationship with the staff. As a Public Health Practitioner, she offers smoking cessation programs for the workplace

Health Education Center, LLC is an educational facility devoted to providing students with the knowledge needed to begin a career as a State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA). The school was founded by four healthcare professionals who understand the needs of a State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) entering the health care profession. H.E.C. offers the needed training for students to become a State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) that will allow them to enter the health care field. State Registered Nurse Aides (SRNA) are in great demand, and H.E.C. can put you on the right path to job security. We are a proud GOLD MEMBER of the Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities (K.A.H.C.F.). Health Education Center is regulated by Cabinet of Family Health Services and we are licensed by Kentucky Commission on Proprietary Education

The University of Louisville Institute for Sustainable Health & Optimal Aging empowers older adults to flourish by building collaborative community networks of research, education, innovation and practice. We are dedicated to bringing about a new vision of aging where individuals and society are able to approach aging as an opportunity, not as a disease. The Institute for Sustainable Health & Optimal Aging is a non-profit affiliated with the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky. We apply a transdisciplinary focus connecting stakeholders in the aging services community to support optimal aging. We provide resources for older adults, caregivers, businesses, service providers, and academics. Click here to download our brochure.

The Kentucky Senior Living Association (KSLA) is the leading Kentucky association exclusively dedicated to supporting those who operate professionally managed, resident-centered, senior living communities, and the older adults and families they serve. KSLA’s core principles are to be accountable, be good stewards, exhibit enthusiastic service, behave with integrity, and demonstrate respect for all. KSLA has membership categories for providers, vendors, nonprofit agencies, colleges/universities, and individuals. Member benefits include training, research, publications, conferences, products, and advocacy relations. KSLA’s services at the state level include consumer education materials, public policy development, newsletters, training programs, membership listings, and much more. Since 1999, KSLA has advocated for choice, independence, dignity, and quality of life for all older adults. KSLA is the Kentucky state partner for Argentum.

Luken Associates, based in Louisville, Kentucky, was established in 1981. We are an independent, professional, elderly care management consulting firm providing practical and innovative services to families, hospitals, nursing homes, and care facilities.