TRAIL of Johnson County

08/28/2026

08/26/2026

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! On September 11, TRAIL will join thousands of Americans on the National Day of Service and Remembrance by helping older adults throughout Johnson County. From 1 to 3 PM that Friday, teams of volunteers will complete yard and garden projects at the homes of TRAIL members who need an extra hand. A few hours of volunteer service not only improves the appearance and safety of a home but also provides reassurance that someone cares. For more info and to sign up, just click the link below. THANK YOU!

On September 11, TRAIL will join thousands of Americans in honoring the National Day of Service and Remembrance by helping older adults throughout Johnson County remain safe, independent, and connected to their communities.

08/26/2026

We may technically be past what the Farmer’s Almanac defines as the “dog days of summer” (July 3-August 11) but today is a day to celebrate our canine companions. Give your dog a hug and a kiss from TRAIL!

08/21/2026

Looking for a health way to spend a Saturday? Check out the inaugural Downtown Wellness Festival, Saturday, Aug. 22, sponsored by the Iowa City Downtown District. The new event runs all day and brings together local health and wellness businesses, fitness organizations, and community members for a day focused on healthy living. For the complete schedule of the day’s events visit

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08/19/2026

Aging is full of questions. Find the answers with help from Heritage Area Agency on Aging! In this monthly series, Heritage staff will be onsite tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 20, from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Coralville Public Library, 1401 5th St., Coralville. They can discuss care services, Medicaid questions, elder abuse concerns, and whatever else is on your mind. No appointment needed and there is no cost for Heritage AAA services.

08/17/2026

TRAIL joins the ranks of other nonprofit organizations today in celebrating National Nonprofit Day. Author Sherita J. Herring founded the day to educate, enlighten, and empower others to make a difference while acknowledging those in the trenches, impacting lives every day – like our TRAIL transportation volunteers!

08/13/2026

They say membership has its privileges…like annual ice cream socials. For more information on the many other benefits of becoming a TRAIL of Johnson County member, visit our website (trailofjohnsoncounty.org), or call the office from 9 AM to Noon weekdays, 319-800-9003.

08/11/2026

This podcast shares “the secret” of how TRAIL of Johnson County and other groups in the Village-to-Village Network help older adults live safely and independently in their own homes. Enjoy!

Listen to Aging Matters on RedCircle

08/07/2026

TRAIL loves books and the Iowa City Public Library! Don’t miss your chance to support the Library by shopping at the Friends Foundation used book sale at the Library (123 S. Linn St.) this weekend, TODAY, Aug. 7, 3:00-7:30 PM, and Saturday, Aug. 8, 10 AM-3 PM. An assortment of fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, young adult, juvenile fiction, children’s books, DVDs, and audiobooks will be available.