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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.
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Source/Organization:
Senior Ride Nashville
Targeted Population(s):
Elderly, Adults
Description:
Senior Ride Nashville was created in 2016 by the Council for Aging of Middle Tennessee and the Senior Transportation Leadership Coalition with the goal of connecting and empowering older adults. Available for individuals 60 years old and over that reside in Davidson County, ride requests must be made at least 7 days in advance, due to the rides being provided by volunteer drivers. Riders may use a transport chair, walker, or portable oxygen tank.
Domain(s):
Transportation, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
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Sexual Assault Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Men, Women
Description:
The Sexual Assault Center provides trauma-informed therapy and free advocacy services for those who have been affected by sexual violence. Services are available in both English and Spanish, and a hotline and 24/7 chat feature is available on the website.
Domain(s):
Depression, Domestic Violence, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Safety, Social Support, Stress
Geographic Location:
Coffee County, Davidson County, Rutherford County
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Shade Tree Family Clinic
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
Staffed by Vanderbilt University Medical School students, Shade Tree provides free medical, laboratory, social work, and pharmacy services to people who are uninsured or underinsured. Specialty services include cardiology, gynecology, support groups for diabetics, a weekly weight management program, smoking cessation education, and more. The Clinic assists with dental referrals and prenatal care.
Domain(s):
Exercise, Smoking, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Education, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
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Shower Up
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
Shower Up provides unhoused people in Nashville with mobile showers and personal hygiene necessities. See the website for the schedule of the mobile shower, which often pops up at Old Tent City and War Memorial Plaza.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - General, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
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Siloam Family Health Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Siloam Family Health Center is a faith-based health clinic targeting individuals who are uninsured or underinsured, and the "culturally marginalized". Services span primary healthcare, behavioral healthcare, and social work. The Center partners with other local educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and churches. Translators are available to facilitate communication.
Domain(s):
Language, Refugees, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Education
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
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Solutions Retreat Inc.
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men
Description:
Solutions Retreat Inc. is a residential substance abuse recovery facility for men. Solutions Retreat Inc. provides individuals with resources to help them identify and address addiction through a range of active experiences to help cope with alcoholism.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Housing, Insurance, Transportation, Substance abuse, Veterans
Geographic Location:
Davidson County, Tennessee (statewide)
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St. Luke's Community House
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Children, Men, Women, Elderly, Families
Description:
St. Luke’s Community House provides a variety of services for low-income households, homebound seniors, and children. The preschool/developmental program serves children up to 5 years old and the afterschool tutoring and summer activities is for kids in grades K-12. Other programs offered are emergency food boxes (in partnership with Second Harvest), a variety of counseling options, and English as a Learned Language. Provides lunch delivery for low-income or homebound seniors and/or adults with disabilities.
Domain(s):
Education, Housing, Language, Material Needs - Food, Personal Finances, Exercise, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
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STARS
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Children, Young Adults
Description:
The STAR's Youth Overcoming Drug Abuse (YODA) program is a free, licensed outpatient program for adolescents aged 13-18 who are suffering from substance abuse and co-occuring mental health disorders. In addition to the intensive outpatient treatment program, YODA provides services like clinical assessment, case management, family education, drug court consultation, and more.
Domain(s):
Substance abuse
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
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TCG Health Connect
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
TCG Health Connect assists Middle Tennesseans with understanding which health insurance is available to them, how to apply for health insurance, and how to access their Electronic Health Records.
Domain(s):
Insurance, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Geographic Location:
Middle Tennessee
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Tennessee Department of Human Services
Targeted Population(s):
Children, Families
Description:
The TN Department of Human Services provides financial assistance for daycare and preschool (children up to 5 years of age) to qualifying working families who are experiencing economic hardship.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Child Care, Personal Finances
Geographic Location:
Davidson County
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Tennessee Charitable Care Network
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Elderly
Description:
The Tennessee Charitable Care Network (TCCN) works to represent non-profit organizations that provide charitable healthcare services to low-income, uninsured, and underserved Tennesseans. The TCCN website provides a tool to find clinics in Tennessee that offer free or reduced cost medical, dental, and mental health services.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Geographic Location:
Bedford County, Coffee County, Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Wilson County, Tennessee (statewide)
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Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Men, Women
Description:
The Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence provides a directory of resources for anyone who is facing either domestic or sexual violence. Included is a directory of local support, a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency financial assistance, and free legal services to sexual assault and trafficking survivors.
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Personal Finances, Safety, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Coffee County, Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Tennessee (statewide)
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Tennessee Doulas Association
Targeted Population(s):
Children, Families, Women
Description:
The Tennessee Doulas Association is a non-profit organization that aims to provide support and resources to doulas in Tennessee, in addition to providing resources and information about doulas to expecting parents. They offer a directory of certified doulas, as well as workshops, conferences, and networking events to help doulas improve their skills and connect with other professionals in the industry.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Child Care, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Tennessee (statewide)
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Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Targeted Population(s):
Children, Families
Description:
Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) is a statewide program that supports families of young children (under the age of 3) with disabilities or developmental delays. The TEIS program connects families with services and support in order to help children become more social, independent, and reach their optimal development.
Domain(s):
Education, Social Support
Geographic Location:
Tennessee (statewide)
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Tennessee Fair Housing Council
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
The Tennessee Fair Housing Council is a nonprofit that provides free legal assistance to those facing (or who have faced) housing discrimination in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Montgomery, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson counties.
Domain(s):
Housing
Geographic Location:
Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Wilson County, Middle Tennessee