Posts with the category “area-agency-on-aging-and-independent-living”
2020 Forgotten Angels - Thank You!
by Melissa Thompson on January 7th, 2021
COVID did not stop YOU from your generous giving. In spite of COVID, more was given this year… and it was ALL spent. Last year was the year everyone will never forget and it was remarkable for Forgotten Angels! This was the 14th year of this program and 425 residents were served, which is the largest number of angels to date. Although it was very different from years past, because of you we w... Read More
December 2020 Drive Thru and Home Delivered Meals Menu
by Melissa Thompson on November 23rd, 2020
Below is a menu for the month of December for the "Drive Thru" and Home Delivered Meals.If you are 60 or over and need a meal contact the Pennyrile Aging and Disability Resource Center at 866-844-4396.... Read More
November is National Family Caregiver Month
by Melissa Thompson on November 4th, 2020
November is National Family Caregiver Awareness Month, where caregivers are acknowledged for the care they provide. It is important that we show our appreciation for those who work tirelessly to provide care: whether it be financial, medical, domestic, or emotional support. Caregiving is a tough job, as many caregivers provide personal care, homemaking, shopping, and overall comfort to millions of... Read More
Forgotten Angels 2020
by Melissa Thompson on October 27th, 2020
The Forgotten Angels Project will be gearing up again for its 14th year, serving residents in “Personal Care Homes”. Of course, this year will look a lot different due to COVID. Residents in PCH’s are usually younger and sometimes suffer with mental illness rather than physical limitations. We focus on this group of residents because they seem to be most forgotten by friends, family and society... Read More
AAAIL Needs Assessment Survey
by Melissa Thompson on October 16th, 2020
The Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging & Independent Living is in the process of completing the Needs Assessment Survey. The overall purpose of the survey is to obtain information regarding the needs of senior citizens in the Pennyrile Region. The survey results will be utilized for planning purposes.Please take a few minutes and complete the survey by clicking on the link. The deadline for completion... Read More
October 2020 is Residents Rights Month
by Melissa Thompson on October 5th, 2020
Residents’ Rights Month is an annual event designated by the Consumer Voice and is celebrated in October to honor residents living in all long-term care facilities and consumers receiving services in their home or community. It is a time for celebration and recognition offering an opportunity for every facility to focus on and celebrate awareness of dignity, respect and the value of each individua... Read More
SHIP Counselors to Assist with Medicare Enrollment
by Melissa Thompson on October 1st, 2020
What Is SHIP
The Kentucky State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) provides information, counseling and assistance to seniors and disabled individuals, their families and caregivers. This service is provided at no charge by local, well-trained counselors.The program seeks to educate the general public and Medicare beneficiaries so they are better able to make informed decisions about their he... Read More
National Employ Older Workers Week (NEOWW) is here!
by Melissa Thompson on September 22nd, 2020
Held annually the last full week of September, National Employ Older Workers Week (NEOWW) recognizes the vital role of older workers in the workforce. This year, NEOWW takes place from Sunday, September 20th to Saturday, September 26th. For more information call 1-877-US2-JOBS or visit https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/seniors/. Read More
Drive Thru Flu Shots
by Melissa Thompson on September 2nd, 2020
Drive through Flu Shots: Crittenden County Senior Center: Thursday, September 10, 2020 11 am - 12 pmPlease call the senior center at 270-965-5229 for information. Livingston County Senior Center: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 11:30 am - 12 pmPlease call the senior center at 270-928-2811 for information.... Read More
September 2020 Drive Thru and Home Delivered Meals Menu
by Melissa Thompson on September 1st, 2020
Below is a menu for the month of September for the "Drive Thru" and Home Delivered Meals.If you are 60 or over and need a meal contact the Pennyrile Aging and Disability Resource Center at 866-844-4396.... Read More
Forgotten Angels Brainstorming Zoom Meeting
by Melissa Thompson on August 31st, 2020
Is CHRISTMAS CANCELLED this year? Will Forgotten Angels be FORGOTTEN? Please join us for a brainstorming zoom meeting / call September 16, 2020 @ 10:00AM. Discussions will include options and ideas on how to navigate Forgotten Angels 2020 during the COVID pandemic. We need your help and suggestions. Feel free to contact Cindy Tabor @ 270-886-9484 or [email protected]Join Zoom Meeting Inform... Read More
August 2020 Drive Thru and Home Delivered Meals Menu
by Melissa Thompson on August 3rd, 2020
Below is a menu for the month of July for the "Drive Thru" and Home Delivered Meals.If you are 60 or over and need a meal contact the Pennyrile Aging and Disability Resource Center at 866-844-4396.... Read More
July 2020 “Drive Thru” and Home Delivered Meals Menu
by Melissa Thompson on July 7th, 2020
Below is a menu for the month of July for the "Drive Thru" and Home Delivered Meals.If you are 60 or over and need a meal contact the Pennyrile Aging and Disability Resource Center at 866-844-4396.... Read More
Attention Medicare Beneficiaries!
by Melissa Thompson on June 25th, 2020
If Social Security is deducting $144.60 out of your Social Security check each month for yourMedicare Part B premium and you are at or below the following monthly income limits, ($1,456/single or $1,960/married) help may be available!Through a program called the Medicare Savings Plans, Medicaid will pay your $144.60 monthly premium! (If you are unsure if Social Security is deducting this premium... Read More
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
by Melissa Thompson on June 4th, 2020
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) – commemorated on June15th every year – is anopportunity for people or organizations to take action to protect older people by raising awareness about elder abuse, why it occurs, and what we can do to stop it. We can act collectively to support justice for all. What Is Elder Abuse?Elder abuse refers to intentional or negligent acts by a caregiver or trusted ... Read More
June 2020 “Drive Thru” and Home Delivered Meals Menu
by Melissa Thompson on June 1st, 2020
Below is a menu for the month of June for the "Drive Thru" and Home Delivered Meals.If you are 60 or over and need a meal contact the Pennyrile Aging and Disability Resource Center at 866-844-4396.... Read More
May 2020 - Older Americans Month
by Melissa Thompson on May 1st, 2020
Around the nation, older adults make their marks every day as volunteers, employees, employers, parents, grandparents, mentors, and advocates. They offer their time, talents, and experience to the benefit of our communities.For 57 years, Older Americans Month (OAM) has been a special time to recognize these contributions..This year’s OAM theme, Make Your Mark, highlights older adults’ unique and l... Read More
May 2020 “Drive Thru” and Home Delivered Meals Menu
by Melissa Thompson on April 29th, 2020
Below is a menu for the month of May for the "Drive Thru" and Home Delivered Meals.If you are 60 or over and need a meal contact the Pennyrile Aging and Disability Resource Center at 866-844-4396.... Read More
Pennyrile AAAIL Long Term Care Ombudsman is Thinking of You
by Melissa Thompson on April 29th, 2020
Long-Term Care Ombudsman are resident advocates who protect and promote the rights of residents in long-term care facilities and work to resolve complaints. Your local Pennyrile District Ombudsman is Cindy Tabor 1-800-928-7233 or [email protected] 270-886-9484. For more in on COVID19 KY COVID Hotline (800) 722-5725 http://www.kycovid19.ky.gov.... Read More
2020 National Volunteer Week
by Melissa Thompson on April 24th, 2020
Today we are excited to recognize volunteers who assist with the meal program in Muhlenberg County! Those volunteers include Judy Laflard, Gary Burgess, Tracy Warener and Arielle Hill. Thank you for your time and devotion to helping our older adults.... Read More
2020 National Volunteer Week
by Melissa Thompson on April 23rd, 2020
Pictured left to right: Josh Visingardi, Gary Hawkins, Gracie Foust, Brylee Cagle, Jenna Visingardi These are Trigg County Senior Center volunteers who have delivered meals most every day since we have began delivering COVID-19 meals.Josh Visingardi is a Senior at Trigg County High School. He will attend Western Ky University in the fall and plans to be a pediatrician.Mr. Gary Hawkins is retired ... Read More
2020 National Volunteer Week
by Melissa Thompson on April 22nd, 2020
Volunteers are the backbone of the Pennyrile District Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. Without our volunteers the program would be crippled. Our volunteers bring cheer and joy to residents in some of ... Read More
2020 National Volunteer Week
by Melissa Thompson on April 21st, 2020
Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living would like to recognize volunteer Margaret Gilland from Crittenden County.Margaret serves as the Chairman for the Pennyrile Advisory Council on Aging and also serves on the Long Term Care Ombudsman Advisory Council.Margaret lives in Marion Kentucky and volunteers several hours per week at the local senior center as well as numerous other commun... Read More
2020 National Volunteer Week
by Melissa Thompson on April 20th, 2020
National Volunteer Week is April 19-25 in the United States. National Volunteer Week debuted in the United States in 1974 and has continued to grow every year since. In his proclamation declaring National Volunteer Week, President Richard Nixon urged all Americans to observe the week by seeking out a volunteer opportunity. He also called upon all communities to recognize volunteers by observing th... Read More
Overcoming Loneliness
by Melissa Thompson on April 17th, 2020
COVID-19 HAVE YOU FEELING:SCARED? SAD? FRUSTRATED? WORRIED? UNCERTAIN? AFRAID TO COME TO WORK OR TO GO HOME? CONCERNED FOR YOUR OWN FAMILY? HELP IS A PHONE CALL AWAY!IT’S FREE, IT’S CONFIDENTIAL! Call our toll free number 888-522-7228 where you can talk to a member of the Kentucky Community Crisis Response Team.... Read More
AAAIL Recipient of Humana Grant
by Melissa Thompson on April 15th, 2020
Pennyrile Area Development District/Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living is the proud recipient of a grant from Humana. The grant funds were used to provide 570 shelf stable meals to home delivered meal clients! Thank you to Humana!... Read More
April 2020 “Drive Thru” and Home Delivered Meals Menu
by Melissa Thompson on April 6th, 2020
Below is a menu for the month of April for the "Drive Thru" and Home Delivered Meals.If you are 60 or over and need a meal contact the Pennyrile Aging and Disability Resource Center at 866-844-4496.... Read More
Community Support During COVID-19 Outbreak
by Melissa Thompson on March 25th, 2020
As PADD and our nutrition provider prepares to provide more meals to older adults in the nine counties of the Pennyrile area, we are faced with an unusual situation. We need donations of packaging supplies for home delivered meals. If you know of a restaurant or other community business that may have extra Styrofoam trays to donate, we could use them.Please contact Jill Collins at [email protected] Read More
Senior Center Closures in Pennyrile Region
by Melissa Thompson on March 13th, 2020
On March 13, 2020, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear recommended the temporary closure of Senior Centers across Kentucky to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Therefore, all nine (9) Senior Centers in the Pennyrile Region will be temporarily closed from March 16, 2020 – March 27, 2020 and alternate service delivery methods will be implemented. After two (2) weeks, officials will reeva... Read More
Ombudsman Advisory Council Meeting
by Melissa Thompson on March 13th, 2020
March 11, 2020 the Ombudsman Advisory Council meeting was held at the PADD office. The meeting lasted two hours with much discussion about the recent COVID-19 Virus. We encourage people not to panic but rather wash your hands and be prepared. We also encourage people not to visit residents in nursing facilities at this time as a precaution and to help keep our most vulnerable safe.Rebecca Perry wi... Read More
Pennyrile AAAIL Holds Quarterly Meeting
by Melissa Thompson on March 11th, 2020
The quarterly meeting of the Pennyrile Advisory Council on Aging was held today at the PADD office. Agenda items reviewed included program updates, procurement updates and wait list status. Special guest speakers addressed the group including, Amanda Sweeney with the Christian County Health Department who discussed the Corona Virus and general precautions. Alisa Barton with Hopkinsville Salvation ... Read More
Social Worker Month Recognized
by Melissa Thompson on March 3rd, 2020
With a new decade beginning, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) will help lead this year’s Social Work Month celebration in March with the theme “Social Workers: Generations Strong” to honor the positive contributions social workers have made to this nation over generations.The Social Work Month campaign will inform the public, policymakers and legislators about the way the nation’s... Read More
Bedspread Pizza Party Held for Residents
by Melissa Thompson on February 28th, 2020
Today was ALL ABOUT RESIDENTS!!! Today we celebrated residents rights. Thanks to the generous community support during the Forgotten Angels program, we were able to celebrate residents rights to individuality. We were able to provide all 45 residents at The Oaks Personal Care Home in Madisonville with a new bedspread. Each resident picked a bedspread of their choice for their room. Then we celebr... Read More
Position Open: AmeriCorps Active Choices Program Coordinator
by Melissa Thompson on February 25th, 2020
Summary: Performs a vital role in supporting older adults’ desire to remain independent by providing guidance and support to living a more active lifestyle. The Program Coordinator will oversee their local Active Choices program. This position reports to the host site supervisor. Duties & Responsibilities:Coordinator serves as AmeriCorps Member through host site (Elderserve.)Oversees delivery of ... Read More
Availability of Request for Proposals for Competitive Negotiations for FY 2021-2023
by Melissa Thompson on January 21st, 2020
Availability of Request for Proposals for Competitive Negotiations for FY 2021-2023(July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023).The Pennyrile Area Development District announces the availability of Request for Proposals for Competitive Negotiations for the procurement of aging services provided under Title III of the Older Americans Act of 1965 and the Home Care Program. Proposal packets will be available at th... Read More
PACS Christian County Tornado Update
by Melissa Thompson on January 16th, 2020
Home delivered meals resumed in Christian County on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.Beginning January 21 the congregate meals will resume at a new temporary location at the old middle school on Glass Avenue. The address is 210 Glass Avenue.The temporary location will be open 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Congregate meals will be served and activities such as bingo and blood pressure checks will be offered as w... Read More
2020 Friendly Visitor Orientation
by Melissa Thompson on January 16th, 2020
Sixty percent of nursing home residents have no visitors--no family or friends to check on them or cheer them up. Research shows that long-term care residents receive better care when they have regular outside visitors.With just a few minutes each week, YOU could change a resident's life, and help improve the quality of care they receive. Learn more at our Friendly Visitor OrientationWednesday, Ja... Read More
Grateful Appreciation
by Melissa Thompson on December 23rd, 2019
400 Forgotten Angels served in 2019Please accept our grateful appreciation for all that was done to make Forgotten Angels 2019 a remarkable year! It takes each of us to make this a success. Each person who adopted an angel, each person who carried a bag back to the workshop, each stocking stuffer donation and monetary donation. Everyone that helped fluff and stuff the bags. All the volunteers ... Read More
Forgotten Angels 2019
by Melissa Thompson on November 5th, 2019
The Forgotten Angels Project will be gearing up again for its 13th year, serving residents in “Personal Care Homes”. Residents in PCH’s are usually younger and sometimes suffer with mental illness rather than physical limitations. We focus on this group of residents because they seem to be most forgotten by friends, family and society. Even more despairing is that these residents are only allowed ... Read More
President Donald J. Trump Proclaims November 2019 as National Family Caregivers Month
by Melissa Thompson on November 4th, 2019
It’s November, which means it’s National Family Caregivers Month! Today, in a Presidential Proclamation, the President said:... Read More
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January 2021 PADD Board of Directors Meeting
January 12th, 2021
2020 Forgotten Angels - Thank You!
January 7th, 2021
December 2020 PADD Board of Directors Meeting
December 14th, 2020
December 2020 Drive Thru and Home Delivered Meals Menu
November 23rd, 2020
November is National Family Caregiver Month
November 4th, 2020
Forgotten Angels 2020
October 27th, 2020
AAAIL Needs Assessment Survey
October 16th, 2020
October 2020 PADD Board of Directors Meeting
October 13th, 2020
October 2020 is Residents Rights Month
October 5th, 2020
SHIP Counselors to Assist with Medicare Enrollment
October 1st, 2020
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DRA Opens 2020 Application Cycle for Economic Development Investment OpportunitiesPeADD Seeking Bids for Roof ReplacementSocial Worker Month RecognizedFFY 2020 DHS/FEMA State Homeland Security Grant ProgramMarch 2020 PADD Board of Directors MeetingPennyrile AAAIL Holds Quarterly MeetingOmbudsman Advisory Council MeetingSenior Center Closures in Pennyrile RegionPADD Takes COVID-19 PrecautionSBA Disaster AssistanceCommunity Support During COVID-19 OutbreakSBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans in KYSBA Disaster Loan Assistance WebinarThe Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act
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April 2020 “Drive Thru” and Home Delivered Meals MenuApril 2020 Board of Directors Meeting CancelledAAAIL Recipient of Humana GrantOvercoming Loneliness2020 National Volunteer Week2020 National Volunteer Week2020 National Volunteer Week2020 National Volunteer Week2020 National Volunteer WeekFunding Available for First Responders Fighting COVID-19Pennyrile AAAIL Long Term Care Ombudsman is Thinking of YouMay 2020 “Drive Thru” and Home Delivered Meals Menu
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June 2020 “Drive Thru” and Home Delivered Meals MenuWorld Elder Abuse Awareness DayJune PADD Board of Directors Meeting to be Held VirtualPADD Board Members and Staff Recognized for Milestone Years of ServiceJune 2020 PADD Board of Directors MeetingPeADD COVID-19 Business Relief Working Capital Loan ProgramWater Management Council MeetingRecycling and Household Hazardous Waste Grants AwardedAttention Medicare Beneficiaries!Transportation Planning Speaking Engagements
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Celebrate National Healthcare Decisions Day 2019National Volunteer Week 2019National Volunteer Week Local Volunteer - Margaret GillandApril 2019 PADD Board of Directors MeetingNational Volunteer Week Local Volunteer - Cindy StonebrakerPennyrile Elder Abuse Board of Directors Met April 10, 2019National Volunteer Week Local Volunteer - Mark HrudickaPADD Staff Attends Crofton Elementary School Career FairNational Volunteer Week - Extraordinary HeartsGovernor Bevin Declares April 16th: Kentucky Healthcare Decision DayMay is Older Americans Month
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National Senior Center Month 2019Senior Center Month 2019National Senior Center Month ActivitiesAll They Need is Love - Friendly Visitor OrientationSeptember 2019 PADD Board of Directors MeetingNatureFest - A Family Event for Health & WellnessFall Aware Prevention Awareness Day31st Annual Pride of the Pennyrile Industry Appreciation Event2019 PADD Employee United Way Campaign
October
Residents' Rights Month 2019Bruce Carver: Senior Volunteer, Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging and Independent LivingOctober 2019 PADD Board of Directors MeetingPennyrile Ombudsman Advisory Council celebrated October as RESIDENT RIGHTSChristian Health Center Residents Celebrate October as Residents Rights MonthResident Rights Month Bingo
November
House Passes Bipartisan Bill to Reauthorize the Older Americans Act n4a Urges Swift Senate ActionPresident Donald J. Trump Proclaims November 2019 as National Family Caregivers MonthPennyrile Area Development District Receives National Association of Development Organizations 2019 Impact AwardForgotten Angels 2019PADD Staff Declared Winners!
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All They Need Is Love 20182017 Forgotten Angel Project a SuccessExecutive Director Hired to Lead Bi-State Fort Campbell Defense Alliance EffortPADD Board of Directors January 2018 Monthly MeetingREQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS STRATEGIC PLANNING CONSULTANTFriendly Visitor TrainingBright Life Farms Fourth House
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Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging & Independent Living is seeking comments on the FY 2019-2021 Aging Services Area PlanFort Campbell Strong RFQ - Marketing Strategy & PlatformPADD Board of Directors March 2018 Monthly MeetingGrant Opportunities AvailablePADD Staff Graduates Leadership InstituteWKWB 2018-2019 Youth Request for ProposalsPennyrile AAAIL Staff Attended Senior Advocacy DayPADD Board & Staff Attending NADO Washington Policy Conference2018 Alzheimer's Disease Facts & Figures
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PADD Board of Directors September 2018 Monthly MeetingCultivating Small Business SeminarNational Preparedness Month Focuses on Senior PreparednessFY 2018 Assistance to Firefighter Grants Open Application Period Date AnnouncementPresidential Proclamation on National POW/MIA Recognition Outsmart the Con Artist EventState Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Events 201830th Annual Pride of Pennyrile Industry Appreciation Event
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Events 201830th Annual Pride of Pennyrile Industry Appreciation Event
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PADD AmeriCorps Member Becomes Certified Ombudsman2018 Forgotten AngelsNovember 2018 is National Caregiver Awareness MonthPADD Recognizes Veteran EmployeesForgotten Angels Received Grant from Wal-Mart GivingMurray State University and Partners Lead Region's Innovation EffortsKentucky Council of Area Development Districts is Seeking Business Development Manager
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Pennyrile Area Development District - 48th Annual Dinner MeetingShop to Stop Senior HungerWest Kentucky Regional Workforce Planning SessionPUBLIC NOTICE WEST KENTUCKY WORKFORCE BOARD ONE-STOP OPERATOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALPADD Board of Directors May 2017 Monthly MeetingMay 2017 Proclaimed As Older Americans MonthCrumb Rubber Landscaping GrantsPADD Communities Receive Law Enforcement Protection Program Funds$4.6 Million Awarded in Waste GrantsWKWB Revised One-Stop Operator Request for Proposal - Date ExtensionsFOOD DRIVE for OLDER AMERICANS MONTHAttorney General Andy Beshear to Talk About Scam AlertsDLG Announced Grant Recipients from the Capitol RotundaCentenarian Celebration
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Medicare Part D Open Enrollment EventsFunds Awarded to Three Projects in the in the Pennyrile Region2017 Kentucky Homeland Security Grant Programs AnnouncedCounting on Kentucky - 2020 CensusOctober is Residents' Rights MonthNeeds Assessment SurveyIlluminating Paths to EntrepreneurshipKET Interviews Members & Staff of the
West Kentucky Workforce Board
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment EventsFunds Awarded to Three Projects in the in the Pennyrile Region2017 Kentucky Homeland Security Grant Programs AnnouncedCounting on Kentucky - 2020 CensusOctober is Residents' Rights MonthNeeds Assessment SurveyIlluminating Paths to EntrepreneurshipKET Interviews Members & Staff of the
West Kentucky Workforce Board
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Pennyrile Area Development District - 47th Annual MeetingPADD Board of Directors Welcomed New Board MemberPADD Board of Directors May Monthly MeetingCaldwell County Health FairTrigg County Certified Work Ready CommunityThe Pennyrile AAAIL Hosted Annual TrainingWorld Elder Abuse Awareness DaySenior Day Out
June
Attention Medicare BeneficiariesPennyrile Area Development District Holds 47th Annual MeetingWorld Elder Abuse Awareness Event Invitations Handed OutPADD Staff Supported World Elder Abuse Awareness DayWorld Elder Abuse Awareness Event Held Downtown HopkinsvilleWestern KY Receives $3.7 Million for State Parks
July
Governors Bevin and Pence Sign Agreement for I-69 BridgePADD Elects New OfficersProtect Yourself from ScammersPADD Board of Directors July Monthly MeetingCelebrating 51 Years of the Older Americans ActBrewco Marketing Group to expand operations in Muhlenberg CountyAttorney General, Andy Beshear, spoke about Scams
August
Celebrating the 26th Anniversary of the Americans with Disability ActKentucky Innovation Network to Host Small Business Toolkit PresentationThe PADD Mitigation Plan Will Help the Pennyrile Region Better Prepare for Natural DisastersPennyrile Region Citizen Corps and Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) Visited FrankfortDelta Leadership Institute Graduates Four from KentuckyOpen Meetings / Open Records & Records Management TrainingCongratulations to Broadbent B & B FoodsTodd County Career Path Institute Received 2016 Spirit of Kentucky Award
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