ImpactLex

05/06/2026

Pop-up cooking class at our office today with Barry from the Fayette Co. Extension Office—made some colorful quesadillas and talked through simple ways to make meals a little healthier. Good food, useful tips, and a solid time all around 🫑🧅🍅🧑‍🍳

05/02/2026

For anyone looking to sign up!

Softball Open Enrollment
REVISED! Sunday, May 17, 3:30pm
Eastland Church, 2598 Liberty Rd, Lexington, KY

Open for any Special Olympics athlete that is new to the sport. Come dressed to participate in skill assessment drills. We will have gloves, bats and balls for anyone who doesn't have their own equipment.

05/01/2026

🌳🧺Join us for a Sensory Friendly Picnic in the Park for all ages and abilites!🧺🌳
Come out and enjoy a relaxing evening with NJCPR at the City County Park picnic shelter from 5–7 PM on Friday, May 22nd!
✨ Featuring:
🎧 Music by DJ Red
🍔 Food
🎨 Crafts
📖 Special Storytime with author Susan Mills, creator of the DinoSprout Educational book series!

This event is designed to be welcoming and enjoyable for everyone, we can't wait to see you there!☺️

For any questions, please contact [email protected] or call 859-885-9787 ext. 103.

04/28/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT 💛

Hello to all of our amazing families! I want to start by saying THANK YOU so much for your understanding, patience, and kindness while I took some time to step back and care for myself. Your support truly means everything to me.

With that being said… we’re BACK and I’m so excited to announce our first event back 🎉

📅 August 2nd
⏰ 1–3 PM
📍 1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, KY
🔴REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST🔴

Join us for a Back 2 School Sensory Carnival filled with:
✨ Sensory fun
🍿 Snacks
🎒 School supplies
⭐ Special character
🎯 Games, activities, prizes & more!

⚠️ Snacks and supplies are limited

I cannot wait to see everyone 🫶🏼💕

Mark your calendars and come out ready for a great time!!

04/27/2026

Attention all Lextran Wheels riders!

We will be hosting a Lextran Wheels Rider Guide Update and Feedback Session on May 13th, 12:30pm to 1:30pm. If you have any questions or comments for the Wheels staff, please stop by!

There will be light refreshments and snacks.

04/20/2026

04/07/2026

A fun activity! Can’t wait to check this place out!

We’re making it easy to have a little more fun this week 👀

From April 6–12, when you follow Bugsy’s on social media and show us at the front, you’ll get a FREE $10 arcade card 🎮

That means more games, more competition, and more chances to win.

Already following us? You’re still good—just show us when you come in.

Tag someone you’re bringing with you 👇

04/03/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month 💙

Every day, our DSPs & Behavior Specialists are building real connections, creating meaningful routines, and supporting individuals with autism in ways that truly matter. One on one, person centered, and with heart.

We are proud of the work being done and the lives being impacted. Awareness is important, but inclusion, patience, and understanding are what make the difference.

04/02/2026

The 1915(i) RISE Initiative is expanding into a new region today! Participant referrals are now being accepted through Community Mental Health Center Regions 2 (Pennyroyal Regional Center), 6 (Seven Counties), 9 & 10 (Pathways) 12 (Kentucky River Community Care), and 15 (New Vista). If you’re 18 and over, on Medicaid, and have a serious mental illness (SMI) diagnosis like schizophrenia, depression, or bipolar disorder, you may be eligible. Learn more here: https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dbhdid/Pages/1915iriseinitiative.aspx

04/01/2026

Looking for weekend plans? Come check out the Spring Vendor Market at McLeod's Coffee House this Friday night starting at 5pm.

Featured artists from ImpactLex include Matthew H, Amanda N, & Justin G!

03/18/2026

ANCOR CEO Barbara Merrill shared the per person cost of HCBS vs large state institutions during today's House hearing on health care affordability. Thank you US Rep Nanette Diaz Barragán for highlighting that HCBS is the most impactful AND cost-effective solution for people with disabilities.