| JULY NEWS:FOSTERING COLLABORATIONSNARCOG has been busy working on submitting CDBG grants, participating in senior events, and working to serve the community. Check out what we’ve been doing in July!Visit our Website |
| NARCOG Foundation WORX Team Participates in Serve Day 2024 |
| The NARCOG Foundation WORX team participated in Serve Day 2024, partnering with local churches in and around the City of Hartselle. NARCOG appreciates Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Shelton Sign for being partners of NARCOG Foundation WORX. This was the first official project, and we anticipate many more in the future while we serve the Cullman, Lawrence, and Morgan communities.CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| SCSEP Digital Certification Program |
| The Center for Workforce Inclusion is offering a Digital Certification Program (DCP) to Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) participants! DCP was created by the Center for Workforce Inclusion (CWI)to combat ageism and prepare older adults for a modern workplace. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| Decatur-Morgan County Port Authority Warehouse Expansion |
| The Decatur-Morgan County Port Authority’s Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Warehouse Expansion Grant Project is now complete and closed out. The project was partially funded by a $1,000,000 ARC Grant Award administered by NARCOG. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| NARCOG Transit Office Hiring Drivers |
| NARCOG is currently hiring part-time drivers to join our dedicated team. This position involves providing reliable and safe transportation services to seniors and individuals with disabilities in our community. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| Cullman Cornhole Baseball Tournament |
| Fifteen teams of competitive senior citizens competed in the inaugural Senior Cornhole Baseball Tournament at Cullman Christian School on Friday, July 26. The Rowdy Bunch team from the Hanceville Senior Center emerged as the champions, while the Cullman Senior Center players were runners-up. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| Planning Team Submits Nearly $1.3 Million in CDBG Grants! |
| The NARCOG Planning and Grants Team was pleased to assist three of our communities with submitting nearly $1.3M in CDBG grants to the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) this year. These grants will help with the funding needed to make infrastructure improvements for their low and moderate-income residents. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| NARCOG Attends Summer EDAA Conference |
| NARCOG Executive Director Robby Cantrell and Director of Administration Kim Dove attended the 2024 Summer Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) Conference to continue working alongside other professionals, legislators, and agencies focused on promoting programs, policies, businesses, and quality-of-life activities in Alabama. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| Thank you To Our Transit Drivers! |
| With this extremely hot weather the last couple of weeks, we are grateful for our Transit team and their dedication to providing an essential service to the City of Decatur. As a thank you, each driver received a goodie bag with little treats, including a gift card to Chick-fil-A and a notepad from Renasant Bank, both provided by their respective companies. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| Meals on Wheels Receives Nearly $2,400 From Hartselle Health Fair |
| NARCOG recently participated in the Hartselle Health Fair hosted by The Cottages. Through sponsorships, a total of $4,450 was collected. $2,083 was used to fulfill senior center wish list items, and the remaining $2,367 was donated to Meals on Wheels. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
| Alabama SenioRx – Free and Low-Cost Prescriptions |
| Alabama SenioRx is a program designed to assist seniors and those of any age with disabilities in obtaining the prescription medications they need but may be unable to afford. The program offers a lifeline to those without prescription drug coverage, those underinsured, or who fall into the Medicare Part D “donut hole.” CLICK HERE TO READ MORE |  |
The Masters Games of Alabama is dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles for active adults ages 50+ through social, mental, and physical activities. 
On June 28, TARCOG held its 2nd Annual PEACE Conference and Fraud Summit at First Baptist Church in Huntsville. This World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) event educates the public on how to recognize abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation faced by senior adults. 
