Lexington nonprofit tying haircuts to health
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky In many communities, the barbershop is more than just a place for a haircut. It’s a gathering place where stories are told, and information is exchanged. Project Ricochet, a community-based organization working diligently to increase equity in health care, hosted its first Barbershop Showcase and Public Health Fair at Lexington’s […]
Health, wellness and recovery resources in the Commonwealth
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Kentuckians have faced unprecedented challenges over the past few years. Navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and the loss, isolation, frustration and financial hardships that came after took a toll on the Commonwealth, which has resulted in harmful habits for many. Finding and utilizing resources to help with mental or behavioral health, […]
OPINION: Taking action against loneliness and embracing Senior Independence Month with community connection
By Robin Caruso, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Chief Togetherness Officer Lacking social connection increases risk of premature death by more than 60% according to the Surgeon General’s advisory about the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. The physical health consequences of poor or insufficient connection include […]
Maryhurst celebrates 180th anniversary of serving children and families in greatest need
By Jamie Johnson, Building Kentucky Maryhurst, Kentucky’s oldest child welfare nonprofit, is celebrating 180 years of fulfilling its mission – to strengthen and empower children and families in greatest need. On Tuesday, February 6th, the organization brought together community leaders, volunteers, supporters and staff to celebrate the significant achievement of 180 years. “Celebrating 180 years […]
Metro United Way invests in solutions for systematic issues, commits to new priorities and focuses on equity for all
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky Metro United Way is no longer a community chest pass-through organization, but one that strategically invests in solutions to persistent and systemic issues to help our community achieve better outcomes. Metro United Way supercharges organizations through capacity building, resources, training, mental health support, public policy collaboration and more. Republic Bank […]
Dare to Care welcomes historic leadership team to lead, feed and conquer the cycle of need
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky As Dare to Care works to better understand its neighbors, improve its practices and redefine food banking, the local nonprofit welcomes three integral new leadership team roles. “Ann Brown, Dr. Ursula Mullins and Jacquelyne Richardson will play an important role in stewarding a new, more innovative approach to food banking […]
Kentucky nonprofit pioneers international clean water effort; donation honoring Old National Bank victim to fuel further work
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky An anonymous $500,000 donation made in honor of Tommy Elliott, who died during the mass shooting inside Old National Bank last April, will launch the expansion of Louisville-developed clean water technology that will transform health outcomes for millions of people around the world. WaterStep, a Louisville-based nonprofit whose mission is […]
Kentucky’s non-profit leader in addiction recovery services celebrates largest program graduation to-date
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Isaiah House, Kentucky’s largest non-profit addiction recovery organization, recently celebrated its largest graduating class to-date. Isaiah House recognized 143 individuals who successfully completed its program, 26 of whom graduated from the long-term recovery program. “I’m so proud of our newest graduates and their tenacity, resilience and dedication to their recovery […]
OPINION: Healthcare leaders encourage Medicaid recipients to redetermine eligibility for coverage
By Dr. Lori Caloia, Dr. Jason Smith, Dr. James Frazier Access to health care services, doctors, vaccines, medications, therapies and guidance can have life-changing consequences. Health care coverage is not a nice to have. It’s a must-have. And it’s available for Kentuckians of all ages. And for those enrolled in Medicaid, action is required to […]
New multi-million dollar Alberta O. Jones Park becomes first park in West Louisville to provide free 5G Wi-Fi
By Jamie Johnson, Building Kentucky In a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Alberta O. Jones Park in Louisville, the Parks Alliance of Louisville and Stock Yards Bank & Trust celebrated the instillation of 5G Wi-Fi, making it the first park in west Louisville to provide complimentary high-speed, next-generation internet for all visitors. Wi-Fi connectivity, […]
Shively Area Ministries seeks to help neighbors maintain health coverage
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky As Americans everywhere become at risk of their health coverage because of the national Medicaid unwinding, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid of Kentucky continues to travel the state and work with community-based organizations throughout the Commonwealth to prevent Medicaid members from losing their health coverage. . Shively Area […]
Food insecurity rises dramatically across the U.S., Kentuckiana
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky The number of people living in food insecure households in the United States grew drastically in 2022. In the U.S. 1 in 7 people, including 1 in 5 children live in food insecure households, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). In total, 44 million […]
Navy Lieutenant shares his experience as a nurse and what he’s learned along the way at UK and UofL
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky Lt. Aaron Lueke loves his country, his family and the privilege of caring for others as a nurse. “There’s just no other profession where you can have such an impact and provide so much comfort to those who are suffering,” Lueke said. While Lueke always knew he wanted to be […]
Critical behavior and mental health services coming to Louisville schools, neighborhoods
By Jamie Johnson, Building Kentucky LOUISVILLE, KY. – Maryhurst, Kentucky’s longest-operating child welfare agency, announced today a new, thee-year grant totaling $450,000 from Kentucky Association of Health Plans (KAHP), the trade association representing commercial insurers and Medicaid managed care organizations in the Commonwealth. The grant supports the growth and operation of Maryhurst’s Renewal program, a […]
Anthem Medicaid to offer free dental screenings, cleanings to members across the Commonwealth
By Abuzar Iqbal, Building Kentucky Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Medicaid will be host “Dental Days” events throughout Kentucky this October to provide members with FREE dental screenings and cleanings. According to the CDC, more than half of Kentuckians over the age of 65 have lost at least six teeth because of dental decay […]