On March 17, the Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD) Advisory Board held its first in-person meeting held since the onset of the 2020 pandemic. Twelve board members attended in-person and two joined virtually. During the meeting, staff reviewed and received input on the AAAD's FY22 Area Plan which is due to the Tennessee [...]
UPPER CUMBERLAND — The Upper Cumberland SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) will host a free webinar, The ABCs of Medicare, March 19 from 9 a.m. until noon. This virtual event is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning more about the ins and outs of Medicare; whether you are a beneficiary [...]
Along with Alzheimer's Tennessee, Inc., the Upper Cumberland Development District's Area Agency on Aging and Disability is seeking your support of the Silver Alert Bill. This bill would establish a statewide protocol to be implemented with local law enforcement agencies to help find missing citizens who have wandered due to dementia, physical impairment, or disability. Join us [...]
This month, the Caring Corner team dives into heart health in honor of American Heart Month.
Due to inclement weather and potentially hazardous travel conditions across the Upper Cumberland, the regularly scheduled Policy Council and Executive Committee meetings of both the Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) and the Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) have been rescheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24.
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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 [...]
