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The Nashville Food Project

Resource Title
The Nashville Food Project
Source/Organization
The Nashville Food Project
Description
The Nashville Food Project is a nonprofit organization that aims to alleviate food insecurity in Nashville, Tennessee. They work towards this goal by growing and sharing fresh, healthy food with the community, providing meals to those in need, and offering education on nutrition and food preparation. Their efforts also include advocating for food justice and sustainability.
URL

https://www.thenashvillefoodproject.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Free
Address
5904 California Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
Phone Number
(615) 460-0172
E-mail

info@nashvillefoodproject.org

Map

https://maps.app.goo.gl/TugBY49wiofmozrD6

Domain(s)
Education
Material Needs - Food
Social Support
Targeted Population(s)
Families
Men
Women
Geographic Location
Davidson County
Date of Last Record Review
4/18/2024

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The Next Door

Resource Title
The Next Door
Source/Organization
The Next Door
Description
The Next Door offers medical and psychological assistance to women trying to overcome substance addiction, conditions co-occurring with addiction, traumatic experiences and/or incarceration. Services include inpatient and outpatient recovery programs. Family group therapy sessions are offered. The Next Door offers the Freedom Recovery Community for permanent affordable housing for women in recovery from addiction and their children.

URL

https://thenextdoor.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Telephone
Fee
Free
Address
402 22nd Avenue North Nashville, TN 37203
Phone Number
(615) 251-8805 [General Info] or (615) 249-3613 [Admissions]
E-mail

Not Applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/Y8723Kg6knL2

Domain(s)
Alcohol Use
Depression
Housing
Incarceration
Social Support
Substance abuse
Targeted Population(s)
Adults
Families
Women
Geographic Location
Davidson County
Tennessee
Date of Last Record Review
3/14/2023

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Thistle Farms

Resource Title
Thistle Farms
Source/Organization
Thistle Farms
Description
Thistle Farms is a two year residential and job placement program for women who have survived prostitution, trafficking, and/or struggle with addiction. Thistle Farm provides medical care, counseling, therapy, education, and job training at no cost for up to 28 women.
URL

https://thistlefarms.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Telephone
Fee
Free
Address
5122 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209
Phone Number
(615) 392-1140 or (615) 320-5325 [Residential program]
E-mail

magdaleneinfo@thistlefarms.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/uc9PAcvhhzA2

Domain(s)
Alcohol Use
Employment
Housing
Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Social Support
Education
Targeted Population(s)
Adults
Women
Geographic Location
Davidson County
Middle Tennessee
Date of Last Record Review
3/14/2023

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TN Step

Resource Title
TN Step
Source/Organization
TN Step
Description
TN Step provides information (through online resources, webinars, and workshops) on the issues faced by children with disabilities at school. Support provided by the organization includes 1-on-1 assistance and virtual trainings.
URL

https://tnstep.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Virtual
Fee
Contact the organization for more information about fees and payment options.
Address
955 Woodland Street Nashville, TN 37206
Phone Number
(615) 463-2310 or (800) 280-7837 [Toll Free] or (800) 975-2919 [Spanish]
E-mail

information@tnstep.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/ogXgq2VA7WkexsY76

Domain(s)
Education
Social Support
Targeted Population(s)
Adolescents
Children
Families
Geographic Location
Tennessee
Date of Last Record Review
3/29/23

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TN Voices

Resource Title
TN Voices
Source/Organization
TN Voices
Description
TN Voices offers a variety of services with the aim of improving the mental health of children and young adults in Tennessee. TN Voices services include mental health treatment for families in rural areas, intensive programs for survivors of sexual abuse, and support for families of adolescents who are in the juvenile justice system.
URL

https://tnvoices.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Telephone
Virtual
Fee
Contact the organization for more information about fees and payment options.
Address
500 Professional Park Dr Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Phone Number
(800) 670-9882 or (615) 269-7751 [Text]
E-mail

Not applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/YeyXfF4Qqxe29jHj6

Domain(s)
Depression
Safety
Social Support
Stress
Targeted Population(s)
Adolescents
Adults
Children
Families
Young Adults
Geographic Location
Tennessee
Date of Last Record Review
3/20/23

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Transition Tennessee

Resource Title
Transition Tennessee
Source/Organization
Transition Tennessee
Description
Transition Tennessee was formed from a partnership between the Tennessee Department of Education, Tennessee Department of Human Services, Vanderbilt University, and the Vanderbilt Kennedy UCEDD, with the goal of providing resources and training to students with disabilities for life after high school. The resource includes information for students, educators, and families.
URL

https://transitiontn.org/

Type of Service
Virtual
Fee
Free
Address
Not applicable
Phone Number
Not applicable
E-mail

info@transitiontn.org

Map

Not applicable

Domain(s)
Education
Social Support
Targeted Population(s)
Adolescents
Families
Young Adults
Geographic Location
Tennessee
Date of Last Record Review
3/30/23

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Urban Housing Solutions

Resource Title
Urban Housing Solutions
Source/Organization
Urban Housing Solutions
Description
Urban Housing Solutions aims to provide homeless, low-income, and working Nashvillians with affordable housing. In addition to the housing services, Urban Housing Solutions offers supportive services, such as transportation assistance, health fairs, and more.
URL

https://www.urbanhousingsolutions.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Free
Address
822 Woodland Street Nashville, TN 37206
Phone Number
(615) 726-2696
E-mail

hello@urbanhousingsolutions.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/8iCsayVNp3u44rBy8

Domain(s)
Housing
Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Social Support
Targeted Population(s)
Adults
Families
Men
Women
Geographic Location
Davidson County
Date of Last Record Review
3/21/23

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YMCA of Middle Tennessee - Christ Church

Resource Title
YMCA of Middle Tennessee - Christ Church
Source/Organization
Young Men's Christian Association
Description
With financial assistance offered to support membership for low-income families/individuals, the YMCA is dedicated to the social, educational and physical development of community members. In addition to offering gym facilities and physical exercise classes, the YMCA also offers wellness and preventive health classes/workshops and spaces for social gatherings. The YMCA is open to both genders.
URL

https://www.ymcamidtn.org:443/locations/christ-church

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Payment is on a sliding scale.
Address
15354 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN 37211
Phone Number
(615) 315-9622
E-mail

Not Applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/rr7tKCHnFbK2

Domain(s)
Exercise
Personal Finances
Social Support
Targeted Population(s)
Adults
Adolescents
Children
Geographic Location
Davidson County
Date of Last Record Review
3/14/2023

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YMCA of Middle TN - Downtown

Resource Title
YMCA of Middle TN - Downtown
Source/Organization
Young Men's Christian Association
Description
With financial assistance offered to support membership for low-income families/individuals, the YMCA is dedicated to the social, educational and physical development of the community. In addition to offering gym facilities and physical exercise classes, the YMCA also offers wellness and preventive health classes/workshops and spaces for social gatherings. The YMCA is open to both genders.
URL

https://www.ymcamidtn.org:443/locations/downtown

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Payment is on a sliding scale.
Address
1000 Church St. Nashville, TN 37203
Phone Number
(615) 254-0631
E-mail

Not Applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/dBignZwys2J2

Domain(s)
Exercise
Social Support
Personal Finances
Targeted Population(s)
Adults
Adolescents
Children
Men
Women
Geographic Location
Davidson County
Date of Last Record Review
3/14/2023

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Youth Encouragement Services

Resource Title
Youth Encouragement Services
Source/Organization
Youth Encouragement Services
Description
Youth Encouragement Services is a faith-based organization that offers after-school programs, reading lessons, summer camps, and a recreational sports league for children in inner-city and lower income areas of Nashville.
URL

https://www.youthencouragement.org/

Type of Service
In-person
Fee
Some programs may require a fee. Contact the organization for more information about fees and payment options.
Address
11 Lindsley Avenue Nashville, TN 37210
Phone Number
(615) 256-2716
E-mail

Not applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/aJhHJRZtFigLyEpQ7

Domain(s)
Education
Exercise
Social Support
Targeted Population(s)
Adolescents
Children
Geographic Location
Davidson County
Date of Last Record Review
3/16/2023

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