NKADD is seeking proposals for Nutrition Services to be funded through the Federal Older Americans Act and Kentucky Homecare programs. Inquiries, questions, and requests for clarification related to this RFP are to be directed in writing to the RFP Coordinator, Anne Wildman @ agingrfp@nkadd.org. Questions concerning this RFP must be submitted and received prior to … Read more
FLORENCE, KY – February 9, 2026 – The Northern Kentucky Area Development District (NKADD) is proud to celebrate a decade-long partnership with the Joanie Bernard Foundation (JBF) and its Give Them Ten™ Movement in support of its Regional Cat Spay/Neuter Program, a collaborative effort that has successfully spayed and neutered more than 32,000 cats across … Read more
Community forums hosted by the Northern Kentucky Area Development District (NKADD), in partnership with local leaders, are giving residents across the region a direct voice in shaping the future of their communities. Through a series of interactive meetings, local leaders and planners are gathering input on development, infrastructure, housing, and quality-of-life priorities to help guide … Read more
In accordance with the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended, Section 307(1)(A) require each area agency on aging designated under section 305(a)(2)(A) to develop and submit to the State agency for approval, in accordance with a uniform format developed by the State agency, an area plan meeting the requirements of section 306 of the … Read more
Contact: Tara Johnson-Noem, Executive Director Tara.Noem@nkadd.org859.283.1885 Date: September 25, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE At its Annual Board Meeting on September 9, the Northern Kentucky Area Development District announced new officers for 2025-2026, as well as members of the recently reconstituted Executive Committee, a group comprised of officers as well as representatives from each of the … Read more
For many who work in the Aging and Disability services field, internships associated with their degree are not just a requirement, they’re a proven path to meaningful careers. Many NKADD team members have degrees in Social Work or Mental Health and Human Services, both of which require a field placement to graduate. We’re proud to say … Read more
The Joanie Bernard Foundation has long been a champion for the well-being of cats in the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky area. The Foundation supports organizations and projects that align with its vision of a life filled with love and care for every cat. One of its primary missions is to address the critical issue of cat overpopulation … Read more
Learning about Registered Apprenticeships The NKY Water Management Council Learned about a Registered Apprenticeship Program for Certified Operators for Water and Wastewater Utilities The Northern Kentucky Water Management Council (WMC) met for its Quarterly Meeting on March 12th at the NKADD building. The NKY WMC brought in Heather Stevenson, Workforce Development Coordinator, for Kentucky Rural … Read more
The Bluegrass Workforce Investment Board, Lincoln Trail Workforce Investment Board, and Northern Kentucky Workforce Investment Board will hold a virtual public hearing to receive feedback on the FY26-FY29 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Regional Plan on Wednesday, April 16 at 10 am. This plan encompasses workforce development planning for the 33-county region that makes up the Bluegrass, … Read more
The Horizon Community Fund of NKY contracted with the Northern Kentucky Area Development District (NKADD) to conduct a Food Insecurity survey of the region. Twenty-two food pantries in forty-five locations participated in this survey. This project consisted of three phases and was conducted during the summer of 2024. Phase one was the delivery of electronic … Read more