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HOPKINSVILLE, KY, (April 1, 2022) - Pennyrile Area Development District (PADD) announced the appointment of Melissa Thompson to Communications Director, effective immediately.  Read More

The PADD Board of Directors held a virtual meeting on Monday, June 8, 2020.  Federal/State Reports were provided by KY State Representative Melissa Gibbons Prunty, Morgan Alvey, Field Rep. for U. S. Senator Mitch McConnell, Corey Elder, Field Rep. for U.S. Congressman Comer and Jason Hasert, Field Rep. for U.S. Senator Rand Paul.  Amy Frogue, Associate Director – CED, provided an update on funding...  Read More

Thanks to the following individuals for their dedication and service to the Pennyrile Area Region:...  Read More

Beginning March 16th, the Pennyrile Area Development District (PeADD) will begin limiting access to our facilities located at 300 Hammond Drive in Hopkinsville in an effort to help prevent future spread of COVID-19.  In the interest of continuing to provide services to our communities, PeADD staff will be available via telephone and email.  For services that are time sensitive, people will be able...  Read More

The PADD Office is excited to announce that during the 100 Mile Challenge, hosted by Christian County Health Department, we won two awards. The agency with the most miles 4,220.37 and tied for the agency with the most participation. We already have ambitions for next year’s challenge. Thanks to everyone for such a great turnout! #CCHD100milechallenge...  Read More

Staff at Pennyrile Area Development District wrapped up their United Way Campaign on Friday, September 27, 2019 with contributions totaling $5,079.40! We are proud to support the United Way of the Pennyrile serving Caldwell, Christian, Todd and Trigg Counties!...  Read More

The Pennyrile Area Development District staff celebrated 2019 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day today by wearing PURPLE or their “Take a Stand Against Elder Abuse: Advocate Awareness” T-shirts. As Americans, we believe in justice for all. Yet, every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10 older Americans experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation with an estimated cost of $2.6 billion annually...  Read More

​In honor of Veteran’s Day, Pennyrile Area Development District is proud to recognize two staff who have honorably served our country. ​Belinda Babb, Family Caregiver Coordinator, Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living, served in the Army National Guard for eight years from 2001-2009 as an Automated Logistical Specialist (92A).  Belinda was honorably discharged as an E5 Sergeant. ​Craig Morri...  Read More

​Pennyrile Area Development District held their annual Christmas Board Luncheon and Legislative Update on December 11, 2017 at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park. Board Chair Lori Harper called the meeting to order at 12:00 Noon CST and introduced Commissioner Donnie Holland, Department of Kentucky Parks, who welcomed guests. Federal reports were provided by Jason Hasert (Senator Rand Paul), Morga...  Read More

​Pennyrile Area Development District/ Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living Staff and programs were recognized during 2017 Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living Awards Ceremony on June 13, 2017 at the Galt House in Louisville. Harley Nittler was recognized as the 2017 Support Broker/ Case Manager of the Year. Harley works in the Home and Community Based Waiver program as a Su...  Read More

​The FOOD DRIVE for OLDER AMERICANS MONTH is in full swing.  PADD staff show their support by wearing purple t-shirts “Take a stand against Elder Abuse / Advocate Awareness”.  Donations for “100 calorie pack nuts” are being collected at the PADD office through the end of May and we need your support. Contact Cindy Tabor for more information, 270-886-9484 [email protected]...  Read More

​The 2016 Pennyrile Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease was held Saturday, September 24th in Hopkinsville. Before the Walk there were information booths; testimonies from persons with Alzheimer’s, caregivers, and advocates; announcements for those raising the most money in the different team categories. The Pennyrile Area Development District’s Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living Division mann...  Read More

​In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, staff at Pennyrile Area Development District participated in "wear purple" day. To learn more about the Pennyrile Elder Abuse Council, please contact Cindy Tabor, LTC Ombudsman at 270-886-9484 or via email at [email protected]....  Read More