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New Beginnings

Resource Title
New Beginnings
Source/Organization
New Beginnings
Description
New Beginnings is a wellness program exclusively for women. Clients learn about healthy habits and exercise; all women are welcome, and full scholarships are available for those who are eligible.
URL

https://www.thenewbeginningscenter.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Payment is on a sliding scale. Contact the organization for more information about fees and payment options.
Address
509 Craighead St #100, Nashville, TN 37204
Phone Number
(615) 432-2579
E-mail

tnbc.nashville@gmail.com

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/b1VCrgYTHxVHQvbz8

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/21/23

Oasis Center

Resource Title
Oasis Center
Source/Organization
Oasis Center
Description
The Oasis Center provides services for homeless or run-away youths with food, self-care facilities, assistance finding lodgings, counseling, transportation, assistance preparing for college, job support, as well as teen support for personal growth. The Oasis Center also liaises with other agencies to support overcoming drug abuse. The R.E.A.L. Program addresses youth in the juvenile justice system. The Oasis Center also offers a 24-hour crisis hotline.
URL

https://oasiscenter.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Telephone
Fee
Some programs may require a fee, but all emergency shelter and outreach programs are free.
Address
1704 Charlotte Avenue, Suite 200 Nashville, TN 37203
Phone Number
(615) 327-4455
E-mail

Not Applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/qAXvPZYp63J2

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/14/2023

Old School Farm

Resource Title
Old School Farm
Source/Organization
Old School Farm
Description
Old School Farm is a nonprofit care farm that employs adults with disabilities to grow, harvest, and distribute fresh food to families facing food insecurity.
URL

https://www.oldschoolfarm.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Free
Address
5022 Old Hydes Ferry Pike Nashville, TN 37218
Phone Number
(888) 551-8622
E-mail

info@oldschoolfarm.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/u2eHdQGe2g5DDvPq9

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/21/23

Operation Stand Down - Tennessee

Resource Title
Operation Stand Down - Tennessee
Source/Organization
Operation Stand Down - Tennessee
Description
Operation Stand Down offers social services and support to veterans and their families. In addition to transitional housing, job placement help, legal assistance, utility payment assistance, and transportation, Stand Down assists veterans to receive all their due benefits.
URL

https://www.osdtn.org

Type of Service
In-person
Telephone
Fee
Free
Address
1125 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203
Phone Number
(615) 248-1981
E-mail

info@osdtn.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/BScTBM6XPxM2

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/14/2023

Our Place Nashville

Resource Title
Our Place Nashville
Source/Organization
Our Place Nashville
Description
Our Place Nashville offers affordable and supportive housing for individuals with developmental disabilities. Additionally, Our Place Nashville helps residents find employment or volunteer opportunities, holds events, and builds a sense of community and independence.
URL

https://www.ourplacenashville.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Contact the organization for more information about fees and payment options.
Address
Not applicable
Phone Number
Not applicable
E-mail

carolyn.naifeh@ourplacenashville.org

Map

Not applicable

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/21/23

Oxford House of Tennessee

Resource Title
Oxford House of Tennessee
Source/Organization
Oxford House, Inc.
Description
Oxford House is a residential recovery facility for men and women who have already completed detoxification or rehabilitation for alcohol or substance abuse and need additional support. Oxford Houses are gender specific single-family homes self-run by the residents under the Oxford House Charter. Current vacancies can be found on the Oxford House Tennessee website.
URL

https://www.oxfordhousetn.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Weekly costs range from $100 to $150 per person.
Address
Not applicable
Phone Number
(228) 249-9468 [Nashville Contact] or (985) 265-2991 [Statewide Contact]
E-mail

See website for email addresses.

Map

Not applicable

Targeted Population(s)
Date of Last Record Review
3/15/2023

Paralyzed Veterans of America

Resource Title
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Source/Organization
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Description
Paralyzed Veterans of America is a congressionally chartered veterans service organization that provides support for veterans of the armed forces who have experienced spinal cord injury or dysfunction. Services include caregiver support, legal services, medical support, career programs, and adaptive sports. A benefits helpline is also available for those who need help navigating veteran benefits.
URL

https://pva.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Telephone
Virtual
Fee
Free
Address
110 9th Avenue South, Rm. C 108 Nashville TN,37203
Phone Number
(615) 695-6383 or (866) 734-0857 [Benefits Helpline]
E-mail

nichellee@pva.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/mJFkR3pZuSiDECrZ7

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/31/23

Pathway for New Americans

Resource Title
Pathway for New Americans
Source/Organization
Nashville Public Library
Description
Through a partnership between US Citizenship and Immigration Services and the city of Nashville, Pathway for New Americans provide services and resources for new Americans in Nashville, including ESL classes, citizenship test prep tools, and resources for teachers. Visit the website to find out which Nashville Public Library branches and local Community Centers host this program.
URL

https://library.nashville.org/services/pathway-new-americans

Type of Service
In-person
Virtual
Fee
Free
Address
615 Church St Nashville, TN 37219
Phone Number
(615) 880-2264
E-mail

adultliteracy@nashville.gov

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/dCD6tsJzysdJnmvz7

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/16/2023

Place of Hope

Resource Title
Place of Hope
Source/Organization
Place of Hope
Description
Place of Hope is a faith-based organization that provides free support and treatment for those dealing with alcohol and drug addiction. Inpatient, residential, and outpatient treatments are offered. Additionally, Place of Hope provides a homeless shelter, an apartment complex for those with disabilities, and food and clothing support to the Nashville and Middle Tennessee community.
URL

https://placeofhopetn.com/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Free
Address
105 N James Campbell Blvd Columbia, TN 38401
Phone Number
(931) 388-9406
E-mail

info@placeofhopetn.com

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/qF7ZhSiFxHsL7dvcA

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/16/2023

Project Return

Resource Title
Project Return
Source/Organization
Project Return
Description
Project Return assists people who have been incarcerated to enter back into the community. The Project offers job preparedness classes, assistance with job searches, help keeping employment, help with housing, and provides an environment for transitional employment. The Program Services team can provide assistance to individuals with utilities, medical and dental services, substance abuse services, counseling, child care, voting rights analysis, identification documentation, food, clothing, bus passes, transportation services, and child support services.
URL

https://projectreturninc.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Free
Address
109 Lafayette Street Nashville, TN 37210
Phone Number
(615) 327-9654
E-mail

pri@projectreturninc.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/YMUbRfH4saw

Targeted Population(s)
Geographic Location
Date of Last Record Review
3/13/2023