TRAIL of Johnson County

10/16/2026

Thinking about purchasing a medical alert system? Feeling pressure from family, friends, or healthcare providers to let technology help you stay healthier? AARP has some advice about what tech tools might serve you best. https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/home-care/best-medical-alert-systems/?INTCMP=INT8089784126%2F&fbclid=IwY2xjawU1_9lleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMTBXc2RvQ1BydFUxVmRDT1JzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe51bPntZvRgtqRFzT18Y96Sd9cH0W-dWWOgeR5qhd8JpuRCNnBfBINuDWOEw_aem_OoB_N_0LxMqCHse_eL-4mA

A fall doesn’t have to end your independence — these devices may help

10/14/2026

Early voting in Johnson County begins TODAY, Oct. 14! You can vote at the Johnson County Administration Building starting at 8 AM and at numerous other locations today through Nov. 2. Drive-in voting is available as well. Find full details at https://johnsoncountyiowa.gov/november-3-2026-general-election.

Johnson County, Iowa has a variety of resources available for county residents, from information about upcoming elections to places to report county road issues that need to be fixed.

10/12/2026

This week's "Closing the Gap: Healthspan vs. Lifespan" seminar (Thursday, Oct. 15, 1-2:30 PM at the Kirkwood Regional Center in Coralville) addresses bone health. Dr. David DeMik of Steindler Orthopedic Clinic and Jim Norman of Athletico will share advice on how to maintain healthier bones as we age. This event is FREE and open to the public. Learn more and sign up at https://trailofjohnsoncounty.org/news/closing-gap-seminars-return-fall. And bring a friend!

10/09/2026

It's World Egg Day (who knew?), so to celebrate -- and to end the week on a warm and savory note --- here are dozens of Country Living magazine's top-rated egg recipes. Many health experts agree that older adults don't get enough protein in their diets, and eggs are an easy solution. Dig in and enjoy!

Eggs play a starring role in so many delicious dishes.

10/07/2026

Happening tomorrow afternoon, Thurs., Oct. 8, at the Kirkwood Regional Center in Coralville -- it's the second session in our 5-part "Closing the Gap: Healthspan vs. Lifespan" series. “Start Where You Are: Strength, Balance, Mobility at Any Age” features Becca Fetter, PT, DPT, Enduring Strength, North Liberty; Lori Enloe, PT; and Chris Nichols, CarePro Home Medical. Register at www.trailofjohnsoncounty.org or by calling the TRAIL office at 319-800-9003. See you there!

10/05/2026

Interested in helping older adults maintain their independence as they age? Hoping to set your own schedule and make the most of your talents and skills? Learn more about the opportunities and rewards of being a TRAIL volunteer at our next Volunteer Orientation session, happening this Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 3-4:30 PM in Room 307 of the Iowa City Senior Center. Register at the link below or call the TRAIL office at 319-800-9003. We hope to see you there. Bring a friend!
https://trail.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=455492&item_id=3080790

10/02/2026

We highly recommend a film showing for free at 2 PM today (Friday, Oct. 2) in the Iowa City Senior Center's Assembly Hall. "Familiar Touch" is the story of an older woman facing the challenges of moving into an assisted living facility. Critics call it "a gorgeous drama with an open, aching heart." Catch it if you can, no registration necessary.

Watch the official trailer for 'FAMILIAR TOUCH' (2026), an award-wi...

10/01/2026

Today's "Closing the Gap: Healthspan vs. Lifespan" kickoff session (Thursday, Oct. 1) has been cancelled due to illness. We will attempt to reschedule our featured speaker, Connie Benton Wolfe, at a later date and will keep the public informed. We apologize for any inconvenience, and hope to see you at our Oct. 8 and subsequent "Closing the Gap" sessions this month.

09/21/2026

TRAIL is excited to welcome Connie Benton Wolfe as the kickoff speaker for its 2026 series, Closing the Gap: Healthspan vs. Lifespan, on Thursday, October 1. Connie's presentation on "elderescence" will reflect on growing older as an art form, using our experiences to help us create what comes next. To register, visit https://trailofjohnsoncounty.org/news/closing-gap-seminars-return-fall
or call the TRAIL office at 319-800-9003.

09/17/2026

Trees can hold special memories and connections. The UI Office of Sustainability and the Environment welcomes your tree stories and offers you the chance to map them. All you have to do is share a picture of your favorite tree, write a little bit about what makes the tree special , and it will be anonymously featured on a map of favorite trees in Iowa!

A community-powered map celebrating the trees that shape us.