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Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health Resource Finder
This directory was created in Spring 2017 as part of the Center for Knowledge Management (CKM)’s research into the social needs of a population of local community health center patients. Resources in the directory can be searched by health determinant domain, targeted population, and title keywords. For more information, visit CKM's Social and Behavioral Determinants Research website.
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Discovery Place
Targeted Population(s):
Men
Description:
Discovery Place has both a recovery retreat and a long-term rehabilitation facility for men who are in the recovery progress for alcohol and substance abuse. Financing plans are available for paying for recovery treatment.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Substance abuse
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Dismas House of Nashville
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men
Description:
Dismas House of Nashville is a transitional re-entry and social support program for individuals recently released from incarceration. In addition to housing, Dismas House services extend to developing life skills such as maintaining personal finances,mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, access to case managers who assist with finding employment and health care.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Employment, Housing, Incarceration, Material Needs - Clothing, Material Needs - Food, Social Support
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Domestic Violence Program of Rutherford County
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Families, Men, Women
Description:
The Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (DVSA) Center provides services for current and past victims of domestic violence or sexual assault. Services include emergency shelter, court advocacy, sexual assault resources, and counseling. The DVSA Center is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Housing, Safety
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Metro Nashville Police Department
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Families, Men, Women
Description:
The Domestic Violence Division of the Nashville Police Department provides intervention, counseling, and advocacy services to victims of domestic abuse and family members effected by it. The Division also engages in community outreach to raise awareness about domestic violence and educate the public about resources available to victims. The Division mans a 24-hour crisis hotline.
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Safety
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Doors of Hope
Targeted Population(s):
Women
Description:
Doors of Hope provides support for women who are facing addiction, homelessness, and incarceration. Located in Murfreesboro, the organization offers reentry programs across Tennessee, in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Employment, Housing, Incarceration, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Substance abuse
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Dress for Success
Targeted Population(s):
Women
Description:
Dress for Success is a nonprofit that provides support, professional attire, and development tools to help women with the job interview process and economic independence. The program available at the Nashville charter of Dress for Success features a 'suiting', where a volunteer will work with individuals to help choose an interview outfit and provide guidance and support for upcoming interviews.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Clothing
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E & C Housing
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
E & C Housing consists of two residential programs. E&C Housing provides supervised housing for those with mental illnesses, while Grandpa's House provides transitional housing for those recovering from substance abuse and alcohol addiction.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Housing, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Substance abuse
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EARS of Middle Tennessee
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Elderly, Families
Description:
EARS of Middle Tennessee provides emergency preparedness training and appropriate early warning equipment for those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf/blind.
Domain(s):
Language, Safety
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Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Elderly, Families
Description:
Energy Assistance Programs are offered by the Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County. One program provides financial assistance in payments of electric, gas, propane, or other energy resource bills. The second program offers fans and/or air conditioning for residents who are elderly, have young children, or are disabled.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Utilities
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Faith Family Medical Clinic
Targeted Population(s):
Children, Families, Women
Description:
Faith Family Medical Center offers primary care to low-income, uninsured, or underinsured families. Through the Women’s Health Initiative provides women’s health services and women’s health issues education. As part of its wellness advocacy, the Center also hosts a community garden to teach clients about gardening and nutrition.
Domain(s):
Exercise, Insurance, Material Needs - Food, Personal Finances, Stress
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Family & Children's Services
Targeted Population(s):
Children, Families
Description:
Family & Children's Services provides counseling and crisis programs, and child welfare services through a community based model. The Family & Children's Services also offers assistance in helping families access healthcare.
Domain(s):
Depression, Domestic Violence, Insurance, Language, Material Needs - Child Care, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Social Support
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Family Reconciliation Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Families
Description:
The Family Reconciliation Center is a nonprofit guest house that provides free housing for anyone visiting a loved one who is incarcerated or is being sentenced in the Nashville area. Assistance in travel costs and a community pantry is also provided by this organization.
Domain(s):
Housing, Incarceration
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FiftyForward
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women, Elderly
Description:
FiftyFoward addresses the social, supportive, and nutritional needs of adults aged 50 and older. Services include a licensed adult daycare, meals on wheels food distribution, supportive services related to daily life, in-home social services, and group travel and entertainment outings. Programs are also available to offer assistance with housing, safety and domestic violence, transportation, and substance abuse counseling.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Domestic Violence, Exercise, Housing, Material Needs - Utilities, Safety, Social Support, Transportation, Material Needs - Food
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Source/Organization:
Free Hearts
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Families
Description:
Free Hearts provides a self-help and community organizing program to support those who are facing incarceration and their families. This includes evidence-based programs for both those in detention and outside, in addition to advocacy services.
Domain(s):
Education, Incarceration, Social Support
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American Lung Association
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
Sponsored by the American Lung Association, the Metro Public Health Department facilitates the Freedom From Smoking program - an online class (nine sessions) to be completed over a six-week period that is designed to help people quit smoking. Freedom from Smoking clinics are also available in some locations, incluing Southern Hills Medical in Nashville, TN. Registration is required.
Domain(s):
Smoking