Bsw Melissa Ballard Aldridge M.ed.

Melissa Ballard Aldridge, BSW, M.Ed., is a dedicated professional with significant experience in social work and community development. Currently serving as a Mobility Coach at Blue Grass Community Action Partnership Inc. since September 2022 and as a Resource and Referral Specialist at Kentucky River Foothills Development Council, Inc. since January 2022, Melissa assists low-income and disadvantaged populations in accessing resources to improve their quality of life. Previous roles include Community Developer at Blue Grass Community Action Partnership and multiple positions focusing on direct care in long-term facilities. Melissa holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and a minor in Psychology, along with a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership in Higher Education, specializing in Student Counseling and Personnel Services from Eastern Kentucky University.