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Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health Resource Finder
This directory, curated by the Center for Knowledge Management (CKM), provides access to resources supporting the social and behavioral health needs of the Middle Tennessee community. Resources in the directory can be searched by health determinant domain, targeted population, and title keywords. Recommend a new resource or submit an edit for an existing resource by using the Resource Suggestion Form.
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
Legal Aid Society provides free legal services for civil cases to people with low income. The Society holds weekly legal clinics during which practicing lawyers are available for consultation and can provide lists of attorneys who perform pro bono work. Through their services, the Legal Aid Clinic provides help with domestic violence cases, financial issues (e.g., food, utilities), family law (e.g., child support, wills), healthcare costs, insurance, social security payments, and renter's rights.
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Housing, Insurance, Material Needs - Clothing, Material Needs - Food, Personal Finances, Veterans
Geographic Location:
Bedford County, Coffee County, Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Wilson County, Middle Tennessee
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Tennessee State Government
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Elderly
Description:
Library Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provides library materials and resources for Nashville residents who are deaf or hard of hearing. Resources include events, a job board, and hearing loss support. Library materials are accessed using a Nashville Public Library card.
Domain(s):
Education, Language, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Light From Darkness
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Families, Men, Women
Description:
Light From Darkness provides a grief support group for those who have lost a loved one to addiction. The events are free, and are open to anyone in the community.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Social Support, Substance abuse
Geographic Location:
Middle Tennessee
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Meharry Medical College Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Men, Women
Description:
Meharry Medical College's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences provides medical/clinical inpatient treatment and outpatient support for teens and adults with chemical dependency and those going through detoxification and rehabilitation. Additional mental health and psychiatry services are also available. Group, individual, and family therapy is available. The C.O.P.E. program (Community Outreach Prevention Education) addresses HIV-infected individuals and performs community outreach to raise awareness of the disease.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Stress, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Lloyd C. Elam Mental Health Center at Meharry Medical College
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Women
Description:
The Rainbow Program offers inpatient and outpatient treatment for pregnant or postpartum women trying to overcome drug or alcohol addiction. To supplement the rehabilitation services, the program also provides a multitude of additional service assistance including housing, mental health management, child care, food, clothing, shelter referrals, transportation, and family counseling. The program is particularly sensitive to the needs of minority women who may face cultural and language barriers.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Housing, Language, Material Needs - Child Care, Material Needs - Clothing, Material Needs - Food, Personal Finances, Race/Ethnicity, Social Support, Transportation, Substance abuse
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Martha O'Bryan Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women, Families
Description:
Martha O’Bryan Center offers programs and services for Nashville individuals and families under economic burden. Programs include child and adult education (e.g. GED and college entrance), life skill preparations, technology skills, training for employment and job referrals, counseling for domestic violence and other life stressors, parenting education, development of social support networks, and crisis assistance related to food, utilities, and other needs.
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Employment, Material Needs - Food, Material Needs - General, Material Needs - Utilities, Personal Finances, Social Support, Stress, Transportation, Education
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Mary Parrish Center for Victims of Domestic & Sexual Violence
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Women
Description:
The Marry Parrish Center focuses on providing free transitional housing for victims of domestic and sexual abuse. Ancillary programs include therapy, preparation for employment, financial advice and case management. Clients can also call the National Domestic Violence Hotline for immediate help (1-800-799-7233).
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Housing, Employment, Personal Finances
Geographic Location:
Davidson County, Middle Tennessee
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center (MWCHC )
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women
Description:
The Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center provides primary healthcare, dental care, and specialty care such as geriatric and OB/GYN services based on the individual’s ability to pay. Targeting low-income residents, the Center collaborates with Meharry Medical College to bring disease screening to communities. Translation services are offered to facilitate patient care. An onsite pharmacy provides medications for 45-50% less compared to traditional pharmacies. The center provides a social and community service manager that can assist patients and other community members with services including health insurance enrollment, free health and wellness programs, locating rent and utility assistance programs, finding employment, and lifeline cell phone programs.
Domain(s):
Personal Finances, Language, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Material Needs - Phone, Employment, Housing, Exercise
Geographic Location:
Davidson County, Rutherford County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
McNeilly Center for Children
Targeted Population(s):
Children
Description:
The McNeilly Center for Children provides high quality, affordable early child care and education for children between the ages of six weeks and five years old. The Center provides a needs based financial scholarship for eligible families.
Domain(s):
Education, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
The Heimerdinger Foundation
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Elderly, Families
Description:
Meals 4 Health and Healing offers free meals for those who are currently in cancer treatment for 12 weeks. Ingredients for the meals are sourced locally, with a focus on providing nourishment specifically for patients with cancer.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Food, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Davidson County, Williamson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Meharry Medical Group
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Meharry Medical Group provides mental health services for adults, adolescents, and children. This includes initial assessments and ongoing care for mental disorders such as ADHD, Autism, Schizophrenia, Anxiety, Bipolar/Depressive Disorder, PTSD, and more. The team at the Meharry Medical Group Mental Health Clinic focuses on using evidence-based and culturally sensitive treatment options. Appointments are available, with walk-ins welcome. Patients without insurance or with financial issues are also can receive treatment here.
Domain(s):
Depression, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Stress
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Meharry Medical College
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Adolescents, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Meharry Medical College provides medical and dental services at this satellite clinic. In addition to primary care, pediatric and Ob/GYN services are offered as well as wellness physicals, vaccines and routine dental care. Most health care insurances are accepted, including Medicaid; financial aid is available for those in need. Walk-ins are welcome, and services for Spanish-language speakers are also provided.
Domain(s):
Personal Finances, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Insurance
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Mending Hearts
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Women
Description:
Mending Hearts is a residential recovery community for women who are struggling to maintain shelter as a result of drug or alcohol addiction. The residential program consists of classes that address life skills; topics include self-care, GED/computer/resume classes, Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, financial planning, criminal thinking group and re-entry program, and repairing/building relationships with family.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Housing, Incarceration, Personal Finances, Social Support, Insurance, Substance abuse
Geographic Location:
Tennessee (statewide)
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Mental Health Cooperative (MHC)
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women
Description:
The Mental Health Cooperative takes a holistic approach to treating and supporting individuals with mental illness and behavioral/emotional disorders. MHC treats all age groups; treatment is outpatient-based and includes access to primary care facilities and a pharmacy. Individual, group, and family therapy is offered. Mobile and telephone crisis services are available. MHC also offers substance abuse therapy for individuals with co-existing mental illness. Case Managers at MHC can provide assistance locating resources for housing, budget & financial needs, medical & dental care, employment, education, social support, and transportation options. Youth services include assistance with juvenile justice court.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Housing, Incarceration, Personal Finances, Social Support, Stress, Transportation, Substance abuse, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Geographic Location:
Coffee County, Davidson County, Rutherford County
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Metro Action Commission
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women, Young Adults
Description:
Metropolitan Action Commission services include programs to help individuals and families with financial hardships gain economic stability. The Commission offers adult education programs, general equivalency degree (GED) preparation classes, and college application assistance. In addition to training and employment services, the Metropolitan Action Commission provides support for safe housing, including payment with electric and gas bills, rent, mortgage, property taxes, rental deposits, and medical prescriptions, and prescribed food/medical equipment. Also, meals for children are available throughout the year via the “Summer Food Service Program.”
Domain(s):
Education, Employment, Housing, Language, Material Needs - Child Care, Material Needs - Clothing, Material Needs - Food, Material Needs - Utilities, Personal Finances, Transportation
Geographic Location:
Davidson County