Aging and Abuse in KY Fact Sheet

Aging and Abuse in Kentucky Fact Sheet

Kentucky is a mandatory reporting state (KRS 209.030)
As of 2011, individuals over the age of 65 made up 10.6% of the population of Fayette County and 11.8% of the Jessamine County population.
There are approximately 120,930 individuals age 60 and over in the Bluegrass region (BGADD) – this represents 15.6% of the population.
As of 2010, in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, 12.5% of those individuals aged 65 and over live at or below the poverty line; 15.2% are members of minority groups; 34% live in rural areas; and a staggering 47.5% live with at least one severe disability (Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living)
The fastest growing segment of the U.S. population is the group over 85 years of age.
By 2050, the 85+ population is projected to represent 4.7% of the population in Kentucky (AARP).
One third of Americans live to the age of 85 (PBS). Of individuals age 85+, approximately 55% will require long-term care (PBS).
Of the senior individuals who require assistance with long-term care needs – 65% rely solely on family and friends to meet these needs (PBS).
Below chart: Incidence of Elder Abuse in Kentucky – 2009