Upper Cumberland Development District

08/07/2026

📢 We’re hiring!

Upper Cumberland Development District is looking for a Receptionist to join our team. This important role serves as the welcoming first point of contact for clients, visitors, and staff while helping keep daily operations running smoothly.

If you’re organized, dependable, enjoy helping others, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and become part of a team making a difference across the Upper Cumberland.

🔗https://ucdd.org/get-plugged-in/careers/

08/05/2026

Caregiving takes many forms — and those who step up to care for family deserve support, too. 💙

Are you raising a relative child or in need of housing assistance? Support and resources are available for relative caregivers throughout our community.

Join us for an upcoming support group meeting designed for relatives caring for children in their family. It’s a chance to connect with others, share experiences, and learn about available resources. Visit our website, ucdd.org, to learn more and see a calendar featuring events taking place this month.

Please note: Support group meetings will be canceled if schools are closed.

For more information, assistance, or to learn how to attend, contact Melissa Allison at 931-476-4127 or 1-877-275-8233.

08/04/2026

Growing Together to Better Serve Our Region 🪴

Members of the UCDD team recently attended the Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) 2026 Professional Development Seminar in Asheville, North Carolina.

The seminar brought together development district professionals from across the Appalachian region to share ideas, strengthen leadership skills, and explore practical strategies for serving our communities more effectively.

We appreciate opportunities like these that allow our staff to learn from peers, exchange best practices, and return with new ideas to help strengthen the services and support we provide throughout the Upper Cumberland.

07/26/2026

Is this mic on? 🎤

This morning, Stephen met with Don Blankenship of WLCT radio in Macon County to share about SHIP's services and other upcoming AAAD events in the region. We love getting out to spread the word about our programs!

07/23/2026

07/22/2026

📣 Courtesy Share

The Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging (DDA) is excited to host the inaugural Tennessee State Conference on Aging, taking place Sept. 9-10, 2026, in Murfreesboro. This first-of-its-kind statewide conference will bring together nationally recognized experts, policymakers, providers, advocates, and caregivers to explore innovative solutions, share best practices, and address the evolving needs of Tennessee's aging population.

To help make attendance more accessible, DDA is offering a limited number of scholarships for family caregivers. Scholarship assistance may include conference registration and, based on demonstrated need, one night of hotel accommodations. Submission of an application does not guarantee funding.

If you're a family caregiver interested in attending, we encourage you to learn more and apply.

Please note: This conference and scholarship opportunity are administered by the Tennessee Department of Aging and Disability. For questions about the conference, scholarship eligibility, or the application process, please contact DDA directly.

Conference registration: https://web.cvent.com/event/5c057311-7344-48a9-a0ea-f5a0d5e23ac8/register?rp=dcdece97-88d1-4185-b813-df88315be899

Scholarship application: https://stateoftennessee.formstack.com/forms/tscoa_caregiver_scholarship_application

07/17/2026

Looking for more than just your next job?

Join a team that's making a real difference across the Upper Cumberland every day. At UCDD and UCHRA, your work helps strengthen communities, support families, and improve lives throughout our 14-county region.

✔ Competitive benefits
✔ Meaningful, mission-driven work
✔ Opportunities for professional growth
✔ A chance to make a lasting impact

If you're ready for a career with purpose, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Visit our website to explore current openings and apply today!

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07/13/2026

Turn data into decisions that make a difference. 📊

Upper Cumberland Development District is seeking a GIS Technician to help support planning and community development across the 14-county Upper Cumberland region by collecting, analyzing, and maintaining geographic, demographic, and economic data.

If you have experience with ESRI GIS software, enjoy working with data, and want your skills to help shape the future of the communities we serve, we'd love to hear from you!

Visit ucdd.org to learn more and apply today!

07/09/2026

Yesterday, UCDD and UCHRA staff and guests across our region came together for a simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence, with each of our offices joining together to reflect on the words that helped shape our nation's history.

While the Declaration was written nearly 250 years ago, its enduring ideals continue to remind us of the importance of service, opportunity, and the shared responsibility we have to strengthen our communities.

Thank you to everyone who joined us as we took a few moments to honor our nation's past and celebrate the values that continue to inspire our work today.

07/07/2026

Come see us at out the Quality Health Fair today! We are set up at the Cookeville Community Center until 1pm. Tennessee SMP