UPPER CUMBERLAND — The Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) has named Damon “Dee” Prince as the new HR/Benefits Manager for both UCDD and the Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA). Though Prince has only just recently been promoted to this position, he is no stranger to UCDD/UCHRA or the human resources environment. Prince brings more [...]
In this episode of Caring Corner, Sara and Clare discuss helpful tools for managing stress. If you are caring for a loved one, make plans to join our six-week class, Powerful Tools for Caregivers, in March. For more information or to enroll, contact Sara Martin (931-476-4135) or Clare Farless (931-476-4143).
Tennesseans who wish to receive the COVID-19 vaccination, and qualify for a phase currently being vaccinated, can register for an appointment online at https://covid19.tn.gov/covid-19-vaccines/vaccine-phases/. Residents of Tennessee’s metropolitan counties may seek information from their local health departments about vaccination, as their local processes may vary. The statewide call center (T: 866-442-5301) will receive calls from [...]
Caring for an adult with cognitive impairment or other related dementias isn't easy. Fortunately, there are resources available to help you. Join us in March for a six-week workshop designed to provide you with the tools to become a better caregiver. Experienced leaders lead each class, providing interactive lessons, discussions, and brainstorming to help you [...]
UPPER CUMBERLAND — Are you raising a relative child or need housing assistance? For more information on assistance and support, please contact Melissa Allison at the Upper Cumberland Development District toll-free at 1-877-275-8233. A support group meeting will be held for relatives that are caring for relative children during the month of January 2021. Please [...]
Seasons greetings from us at Caring Corner. It's December and, this month, we are discussing caregiving during the holiday season and the stress that comes along with it. We also take a look at a few well-known seasonal characters that people may relate to this time of year. Tune in for this very special episode! [...]
According to the Economic Development Administration, the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) contributes to effective economic development in America’s communities and regions through a locally-based, regionally-driven economic development planning process. Economic development planning successfully serves as a means to engage community leaders, leverage the involvement of the private sector, and establish a strategic blueprint [...]
