The Executive Committees of the Upper Cumberland Development District and Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency will meet at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at the UCDD office located at 1104 England Dr., Cookeville, TN. Click here to view the meeting agenda.
Upper Cumberland Development District has an opening for a TSBDC Small Business Specialist. The Small Business Specialist is a business professional with the experience and willingness to help existing and aspiring entrepreneurs realize their full potential. The SBDC SBS should have a diverse business background, bringing the breadth and depth of his/her experience to bear on the [...]
Representatives of the many Gold, Platinum, and Diamond sponsors of the 2026 Senior and Caregiver Expo pose for a photo during a recent planning meeting ahead of the Oct. 27 event. The Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) and the Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD) are finalizing preparations to host [...]
Pictured, from left: Sara Martin, TN SHIP Regional Manager; Loni Hitchcock, TN SMP Project Coordinator; Evelyne Kornreich; and Kelly Clarkson, UC AAAD Assistant Director. The Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging & Disability (AAAD) is proud to announce that long-time volunteer Evelyne Kornreich has been named the recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Volunteer [...]
This article was originally published by TheUCNow.com and can be found here. The Upper Cumberland [is] facing a growing strain on resources as an aging population outpaces the available state and federal funding and manpower required to provide essential in-home care. That according to UCDD Executive Director Mark Farley during Wednesday’s Policy Council Meeting. He [...]
Each year, the staff of the Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) and Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) nominate their choice for departmental employees of the year. These honorees exemplify dedication, service, and a commitment to improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout the Upper Cumberland region. This year’s recognitions also included the [...]
Upper Cumberland Development District has an opening for a Relative Caregiver Program (RCP) Case Manager. The RCP Case Manager will effectively determine the needs of relative caregivers and match those needs with appropriate services. Duties include: Provide case management services, support, and referrals to resources to caregivers enrolled in the program Schedule monthly home visit [...]
Preparation is underway for the 2026 Annual Upper Cumberland Senior and Caregiver Expo, hosted by the Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability (UCAAAD). UCAAAD is excited to announce this year’s event theme: “Resource City: Nashville Country Celebration.” This theme reflects this year’s Nashville country-inspired focus. This regional event traditionally focuses on the care [...]
Upper Cumberland Development District has an opening for a Tourism Recovery Coordinator. The Tourism Recovery Coordinator will assist local government, chambers of commerce, and businesses. Duties include: Assist local governments and chambers of commerce with promoting tourism Conduct an audit of tourism assets in the region Aid with tourism marketing and brand awareness Serve as [...]
