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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:
Gate Communications
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Men, Women
Description:
Gate Communications aims to serve the deaf and hard of hearing communities, with programs such as interpreting services, sign language classes, and online workshops.
Domain(s):
Language, Social Support
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Source/Organization:
Giving Smiles
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Elderly
Description:
Giving Smiles provides dental services to low-income families in Middle Tennessee. Due to limited availability, preference will be given to individuals and working families with household income below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level. Interested individuals should apply online for Giving Smiles, whose clinic currently is located in Spring Hill.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
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Goodwill Industries of Middle TN Career Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Goodwill provides educational opportunities focused on preparing individuals with disabilities to join the workforce. Classes cover computing, resume writing, computer applications, and more. Goodwill also hosts job fairs and offers job placement services. skills training, and employment. Goodwill Industries aids individuals with diverse backgrounds including those with a past history of incarceration, homeless, non-English language speakers, and those with a history of substance abuse.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Employment, Incarceration, Language, Material Needs - General, Personal Finances, Veterans
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Source/Organization:
Goodwill Industries of Middle TN Career Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Goodwill provides educational opportunities focused on preparing individuals with disabilities to join the workforce. Classes cover computing, resume writing, computer applications, and more. Goodwill also hosts job fairs and offers job placement services. skills training, and employment. Goodwill Industries and its parnters aid individuals with diverse backgrounds including those with a past history of incarceration, homeless, veterans, non-Enlish language speakers, and those with a history of substance abuse. Programs specifically geared toward youth and young adults are also offered.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Employment, Incarceration, Language, Material Needs - General, Personal Finances, Veterans
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Source/Organization:
Goodwill Industries of Middle TN Career Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Goodwill provides educational opportunities focused on preparing individuals with disabilities to join the workforce. Classes cover computing, resume writing, computer applications, and more. Goodwill also hosts job fairs and offers job placement services. skills training, and employment. Goodwill Industries and its parnters aid individuals with diverse backgrounds including those with a past history of incarceration, homeless, veterans, non-Enlish language speakers, and those with a history of substance abuse. Programs specifically geared toward youth and young adults are also offered.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Employment, Incarceration, Language, Material Needs - General, Personal Finances, Veterans
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Source/Organization:
Gordon Jewish Community Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women, Elderly
Description:
The Gordon Jewish Community Center (GJCC) offers a variety of services, programs, and activities for the local Nashville community. The JCC has an on-site fitness center and offers exercise and nutrition & wellness classes. Activities such as card playing and book clubs, and meetings/outings specifically designed for senior citizens, provides opportunities for socialization with other members. A 24-hour/ 6 day a week transportation assistance program is also offered. Financial assistance is available to aid with membership costs.
Domain(s):
Exercise, Social Support, Transportation
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Greater Nashville Regional Council
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women, Elderly
Description:
The Area Agency on Aging and Disability provides multiple services and programs for elder residents (age 60 and older) of Davidson and the surrounding 12 counties. Services include exercise acitivies at are senior centers, home-delivered meals, social programs, and transportation assistance for social and medical needs. A referral helpline is also available for assistance connecting to local agencies and helpful resources. The agency provides a program to aid with Medicare information.
Domain(s):
Exercise, Material Needs - Food, Social Support, Transportation, Insurance
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
GreenPath Inc.
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
GreenPath is a nonprofit that provides financial and housing counseling, which includes debt management plans and student loan counseling. In addition to a free hotline, virtual classes and resources can be found on the website. In person, the Nashville location offers counseling in debt management by appointment.
Domain(s):
Housing, Personal Finances
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Source/Organization:
Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS)
Targeted Population(s):
Children, Families, Adolescents
Description:
Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) offers resources for families of students who are homeless or living in transitional housing. The H.E.R.O. Program helps these families find services to address their needs regarding obtaining legal documents, transportation, and food. Collaborations with external partners also provide families with resources for dental, medical, and mental health care.
Domain(s):
Education, Housing, Material Needs - Food, Material Needs - General, Stress, Transportation, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women, Families
Description:
Serving Davidson, Wilson, Dickson, and Cheatham counties, the Habitat for Humanity builds or restores homes for qualifying low-income families. Eligible individuals attend homeownership classes and participate in the program as workers.
Domain(s):
Housing, Personal Finances
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Source/Organization:
Hampton House Counseling
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Women
Description:
Hampton House is Nashville's first queer/BIPOC owned group therapy practice. Services provided centralize women and teen girls, LGBTQ patients, pregnant people, and those who are dealing with anxiety, trauma, or depression. The full list of services, as well as the cost of services, is available on the website.
Domain(s):
Depression, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Social Support, Stress
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Source/Organization:
Hands on Nashville
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women
Description:
Hands on Nashville is a volunteer organization that coordinates community service opportunities throughout the Nashville area. Volunteer activities include programs related to home energy efficiency, urban agriculture, and environmental restoration projects. With an aim to help in meeting community needs, Hands On Nashville provides multiple opportunities for social interaction and engagement.
Domain(s):
Social Support
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Healing Housing
Targeted Population(s):
Women
Description:
Healing House is a nonprofit residential addiction treatment program for women with limited resources. The program includes housing, food and other essentials, case management, psychiatric care, therapy, career training, and more.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Housing, Material Needs - General, Social Support, Substance abuse
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
HEAR Nashville
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Elderly, Men, Women
Description:
HEARS Nashville works to provide low-income Middle Tennesseans with financial assistance and professional services in obtaining hearing aids. The program works by connecting eligible individuals with appropriate programs, and setting them up with an audiologist. Financial assistance is available to help all individuals afford necessary auditory equipment.
Domain(s):
Language, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
The HELP Center
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
The HELP Center supports, ex-offenders, offenders, and low-income individuals in Middle TN with workforce and HiSET preparation classes, assistance finding rental properties, an emergency food pantry, and counseling to facilitate readjustment.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Housing, Employment, Education, Incarceration, Material Needs - Food, Personal Finances, Stress, Substance abuse