​Jill Collins, Director of the Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living at PADD, presented the 2018 Pennyrile Senior Center of the Year to the PACS Todd County Senior Center on May 9, 2018  during the annual district training conference at Lake Barkley Convention Center.  Those present to accept the award were Charlotte Lyons: Senior Center Coordinator, Sue Rose and Brenda Johnson: Pennyrile AAAIL Advisory Council Members.

​May 12th – Water Festival @ Jeffers Bend Environmental Center – “FREE” WATER FESTIVAL from 1 PM to 5 PM. There will be House Tours, Programs and activities such as Plugging the Water Leak, Pioneer Water Race, Go fish, Pump House Relay, Ground Water Control, Community Water Race and much more. The festival is geared for children and adults. There is something for everyone.

​During National Older American’s Month in May, the Hopkins/Muhlenberg Elder Abuse Council is having a food drive.  They are collecting pouch tuna, chicken and salmon.  Please see the flyer below for more information. 
 
If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Tabor.
 
Thanks so much for your help!

​The PADD Board of Directors held their monthly meeting on Monday, June 9, 2018 at the PADD Office in Hopkinsville, KY. Ms. Heather Lancaster, Executive Director, Sanctuary, Inc. presented a proclamation declaring the month of April 2018 as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. County Judge Executives in attendance signed the proclamation. Federal, state and PADD staff reports were provided. State Representative Melinda Gibbons Prunty stated it has been a busy and challenging time for legislators in regards to the budget and pension reform with work still ahead of them. Mr. Luke King, Director of Constituent Services for Congressman James Comer, stated he is here today with representatives from the Taxpayer Advocate Service to assist anyone with tax questions or issues with the IRS related to refunds, errors, payments, etc. A LUCA update and 2017 Census estimates were provided by PADD staff Kyle Cunningham, Infrastructure Coordinator and Paige Carlisle, GIS Specialist. Ms. Carlisle stated LUCA (Local Update of Census Addresses) is a program to allow local government to review the address list for accuracy and the PADD GIS department can assist you with this process. Mr. Cunningham stated the 2017 Census estimates were released in March and includes data through July 1st of the previous year. Census is a very important element as it determines funds received from the State. Census Day is April 1, 2020. Guest speaker Ms. Hilda Legg, State Director of Kentucky, USDA Rural Development shared the importance of partnering with local rural development to accomplish our goals for economic development in Kentucky and rural America.

​Gov. Bevin announced on April 9, 2018 the U.S. Department of the Treasury certified 144 Opportunity Zones in 84 Kentucky counties under a program in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 that aims to encourage long-term investments in low-income urban and rural communities nationwide.  Four counties in the Pennyrile region were among the 84 selected: Christian, Hopkins, Muhlenberg, and Todd Counties.

The designation offers significant federal tax breaks and deferrals to entities and individuals investing in Opportunity Funds, which support development projects within one or more zones. The Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development will oversee the state’s program through the Kentucky Opportunity Zone Initiative and today launched KYOZ.org to provide information on this widespread and promising opening for economic development. 

“The Opportunity Zones approved today by the U.S. Department of the Treasury provide one more reason for companies and businesses to consider locating in Kentucky,” said Gov. Bevin. “Kentucky will maximize this golden chance to attract economic development projects to communities most in need across the commonwealth, and the Kentucky Opportunity Zone Initiative will strengthen and rebuild both rural and urban areas. Whether along the Mississippi River in West Kentucky, throughout West Louisville’s neighborhoods, or in the heart of Appalachia, these zones will spur investment, growth and community development.”

The Kentucky Opportunity Zone Initiative presents a unique opportunity for regions that have not experienced the same economic development success as others to surge forward. It aims to encourage and attract significant institutional, corporate and individual investment in Kentucky’s Opportunity Zones, and the cabinet will work with local partners to ensure the commonwealth takes full advantage of the federal policy.

KYOZ.org features maps, current corporate investment projects, data, opportunity funds info and more. The site, which will be updated regularly with news, details, research tools and other useful amenities, will demonstrate the advantages of Kentucky’s Opportunity Zones to potential investors. 

Interactive maps, a full list of Kentucky Opportunity Zones, quotes from lawmakers and more resources are available at www.KYOZ.org.

​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 Orientation
 
Tuesday May 8th, 2018   1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
KY CAREER CENTER / JOBNET
755 Industrial Road
MADISONVILLE, KY  42431

Please RSVP to Cindy Tabor at [email protected]  or 270-886-9484.

Become a Friendly Visitor today!

​"2018 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures takes an in-depth look at the prevalence, incidence, mortality and economic impact of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. This year's special report, Alzheimer's Disease: Financial and Personal Benefits of Early Diagnosis, highlights advances in Alzheimer's research and the use of biomarkers in improving how we identify and diagnose the disease in the future."

​While attending the NADO Washington Policy Conference in Washington, DC, members of the PADD Board of Directors and staff met with Ms. Brandye L. Hendrickson, Federal Highway Administration Acting Administrator and Mr. J. Todd Inman, Director of Operations, Office of Secretary, for the U.S. Department of Transportation on Monday, March 19, 2018. They discussed the President's Infrastructure Plan, I69-Ohio River Crossing, and I169 Development.

​Pictured L to R: Judge Wade White, David Bryant, Judge Hollis Alexander, Amy Frogue, Bart Frazer, Natasha York, J. Todd Inman, Brandye L. Hendrickson, Mayor Jan Yonts, Leigh Jackson, Mayor David Jackson, Jason Vincent, Roger Simpson, John Mahre and Brandon White — at US Department of Transportation.

​Staff from the Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living attended Senior Advocacy Day in Frankfort on Thursday, March 15, 2018. It was coordinated by the Alzheimer’s Association, Kentucky Association of Gerontology, and AARP. The advocacy event focused on bringing about awareness of the impact of Alzheimer’s disease, the escalating number of family caregivers, and the vital importance of aging services for Kentucky seniors, caregivers, and our communities. Senator Julie Raque Adams and Senator Ralph Alvarado participated in a panel discussion to discuss propsed legislation and concerns regarding aging services.

Cindy Tabor, Harley Nittler, and Amanda Stokes met with Senator Stan Humphries and Senator Whitney Westerfield regarding aging services, disability services, and long-term care.

​The West Kentucky Workforce Board (WKWB) invites you to submit a proposal for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Programs in the West Kentucky Workforce Area. The WKWB covers the seventeen western most counties in Kentucky (Ballard, Caldwell, Calloway, Carlisle, Christian, Crittenden, Fulton, Graves, Hopkins, Hickman, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, McCracken, Muhlenberg, Trigg, and Todd counties). The youth programs to be submitted under this Request for Proposal (RFP) should be designed to serve WIOA eligible youth ages 16-24, residing in one of the counties listed above, with at least one of the identified WIOA barriers to employment. The RFP will be available at on the WKWB website 8:00 am Thursday, March 15, 2018. Visit the website at www.wkworkforce.work.

​“A leader does not lead, a leader INSPIRES”
 
Ali Jones attended the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging Leadership Institute held February the 21st-23rd in Washington, D.C.
 
Ali learned what it means to be a strong leader in today’s world.. As a graduate of the institute, the skills, training and leadership experience will be a great asset to her role as ADRC Coordinator with the Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living.
 
Congratulations Ali!

​The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) is funded by the Federal Highway Administration. It can be used to provide assistance for acquisition of easements, development and/or maintenance of recreational trails and trailhead facilities for both motorized and non‐motorized use. The RTP benefits communities and enhances quality of life. All trails that receive money under this program must remain open to the public and maintained for perpetuity. The minimum request under this program is $5,000 and the maximum is $100,000. The RTP is an 80/20 matching reimbursement program. Applications for the RTP will be accepted until March 30, 2018. 

​The Recycling and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Management Grants Program is funded by the Kentucky Division of Waste Management. The funds are to develop an integrated recycling infrastructure, manage Household Hazardous Waste and provide recycling and HHW public education programs. Any county, waste management district, city, urban‐county government, or other political subdivision of the state or any combination of the above, including school districts, shall be eligible to apply. The grant is a 75/25 match grant. Applications are due on April 1, 2018. 

​Interested parties may contact Angie Crawford or Ashley Johnson at the PADD office at (270) 886‐ 9484 for application information. 

​The PADD Board of Directors held their monthly meeting today in Hopkinsville. Several Federal and State reports were provided. In addition, staff reports were provided by Amy Frogue, Amanda Stokes, Sheila Clark, Julie Allen, Tom, Sholar and Marc Quesenberry. Mayor Carter Hendricks introduced CSM (Ret) Rory Mallory, Executive Director, Fort Campbell Defense Alliance. Guest Speaker Ms. Joan Lang, Kentucky Cancer Program, gave a slide presentation overview of cancer statistics in the State of Kentucky.

​The Fort Campbell Strong Defense Alliance, Inc. is accepting Proposals for consulting services for the creation of a marketing strategy and platform for the organization.
 
In order to be considered, proposals must be received by 4:30PM local time (CST) on April 2, 2018.  The Fort Campbell Strong Defense Alliance reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
 
To request a full copy of the RFQ, please contact:
 
RFQ Coordinator
Amy Frogue, Associate Director
Pennyrile Area Development District
300 Hammond Drive
Hopkinsville, KY  42240
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 270-886-9484
Fax: 270-886-3211
 
The proposals will be evaluated and scored based upon the following criteria:
 
EVALUATION/AWARD CRITERIA

• Quality of proposed statement of work                   5 points
• Relevant experience and qualifications                   5 points
• Availability during project period                              3 points
• Competitiveness of cost proposal 5 points

Total Points Possible     18
 
All hard copy proposals should be addressed to:  Fort Campbell Strong Defense Alliance, Inc., c/o Amy Frogue, 300 Hammond Drive, Hopkinsville, KY  42240.  Electronic submission can be submitted to the following email addresses: [email protected] and [email protected].  Proposals received after the deadline on April 2, 2018 at 4:30PM local time (CST) will not be considered.
 
Fort Campbell Strong Defense Alliance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

​The Pennyrile Area Development District/Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living will receive public comments on the FY 2019-2021 Aging Services Area Plan. Public comments will be received on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at the Pennyrile Area Development District, 300 Hammond Drive Hopkinsville, Kentucky between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.  The plan affects individuals that are 60 years of age and over and disabled individuals in the nine county PADD district. Programs reviewed provide senior services programs including Home Delivered Meals, In Home Services, Senior Center Services, Legal Assistance, Benefits Counseling, Ombudsman and Elder Abuse, National Family Caregiver Support Program, Kentucky Family Caregiver Support Program, Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, and Home & Community Based Waivers.
 
Participation is actively sought from the following groups: minority, rural, elderly, low income, disabled, Native Americans, persons with limited English speaking ability and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related disorders. We encourage all interested parties to review the draft plan in order to be informed and to make comments. The draft plan will be available to review at the Pennyrile Area Development District office and by clicking on the link below.
 
An interpreter for the deaf and hard of hearing will be provided if needed. For additional information or to request an interpreter, please contact Jill Collins, Director – Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living at (270)-886-9484 or 1-800-928-7233.

​FAMILY CAREGIVER WORKSHOP                      
A representative from Ky Elderlaw will address issues such as power of attorney, guardianship, and handling the finances and property of a person with dementia. 

A PADD representative will be providing information on “Support Available for Families and Individuals with Dementia.” 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED; PLEASE CALL 1.800.272.3900 TO REGISTER 
FEBRUARY 22, 2018  10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. PADD Office, 300 Hammond Dr., Hopkinsville, KY

Lunch will be provided by Morningside Assisted Living

​Pennyrile Area Development District was well represented by Legislators, Local Offices and Board members at the Kentucky Council of Area Development District (KCADD) Breakfast in Frankfort on February 15, 2018.
 
Executive Assistants from the 15 Area Development Districts also met for an informational meeting in Frankfort on February 15th.

​HOPKINSVILLE, KY. - The U.S. Census Bureau finalized a rule change proposed for the 2020 census that would impact our region. The updated policy would require the Census Bureau to count all deployed service members at the base or port in which they resided prior to deployment instead of by their home of record, an address they gave when they enlisted.
 
The Bureau’s previous method resulted in 2010 census data that improperly represented areas including Fort Campbell, Kentucky. While the region around Fort Campbell had grown greatly since the 2000 census, the 2010 census did not accurately reflect this growth due to the Bureau’s policy on counting deployed service members.
 
The Christian County Chamber of Commerce has been advocating for this change for several years and it has been a priority for the Chamber’s Military Affairs Program. "Today's announcement is a victory for our region and our state,” said Kelli Pendleton, President and CEO of Kentucky’s Christian County Chamber of Commerce. “To have our soldiers counted at the installation where they are stationed during a deployment has a large economic impact on our region. This is an effort we have worked tirelessly on for several years, and we are thrilled with today's decision. We are grateful to have legislators who listen to our concerns and really work to address these types of issues.
 
“Kentucky is proud of our service members and their families, and I applaud the Census Bureau for following through on a change that will ensure our military communities are properly represented and have the resources they need to continue supporting our military. Every service member deserves to be counted, and today’s action proves concerned citizens can make a difference,” said U.S. Senator Rand Paul. After hearing from local officials and community leaders about the inaccurate reporting, Dr. Paul worked to enact change, including contacting the Bureau directly and introducing the “Service Members and Communities Count Act” to ensure the correct reporting of all deployed service members.
 
“We are excited that the Census Bureau has decided to count military personnel where they live prior to deployment,” said Hopkinsville, Kentucky, Mayor Carter Hendricks. “This simple change ensures military families are counted in the communities, like Hopkinsville, that work tirelessly to support soldiers and their families.
 
The final rule creates one consistent and logical method for counting service members overseas. Until now, the method for counting service members during a deployment varied between branches of service.
 
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​After years of anticipation, Caldwell County Fiscal Court is pleased to see the Fourth House at Bright Life Farms under roof.  Despite the winter weather, installation of a water line, interior electrical, plumbing and HVAC is underway.  Princeton Lumber Company, INC is the prime contractor.

Pennyrile ADD assisted in securing $1 million in funding for the Fourth House, which will become home to eight new residents, through Community Development Block Grant.