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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:
Mary Parrish Center for Victims of Domestic & Sexual Violence
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Women
Description:
The Marry Parrish Center focuses on providing free transitional housing for victims of domestic and sexual abuse. Ancillary programs include therapy, preparation for employment, financial advice and case management. Clients can also call the National Domestic Violence Hotline for immediate help (1-800-799-7233).
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Housing, Employment, Personal Finances
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Source/Organization:
Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center (MWCHC )
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women
Description:
The Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center provides primary healthcare, dental care, and specialty care such as geriatric and OB/GYN services based on the individual’s ability to pay. Targeting low-income residents, the Center collaborates with Meharry Medical College to bring disease screening to communities. Translation services are offered to facilitate patient care. An onsite pharmacy provides medications for 45-50& less cost than traditional pharmacies. The center provides a social and community service manager that can assist patients and other community members with services such as: health insurance enrollment, free health and wellness programs, locating rent and utility assistance programs, finding employment, and lifeline cell phone programs.
Domain(s):
Personal Finances, Language, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Material Needs - Phone, Employment, Housing, Exercise
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
McNeilly Center for Children
Targeted Population(s):
Children
Description:
The McNeilly Center for Children provides high quality, affordable early child care and education for children between the ages of six weeks and five years old. The Center provides a needs based financial scholarship for eligible families.
Domain(s):
Education, Social Support
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
The Heimerdinger Foundation
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Elderly, Families
Description:
Meals 4 Health and Healing offers free meals for those who are currently in cancer treatment for 12 weeks. Ingredients for the meals are sourced locally, with a focus on providing nourishment specifically for patients with cancer.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Food, Social Support
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Meharry Medical Group
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Meharry Medical Group provides mental health services for adults, adolescents, and children. This includes initial assessments and ongoing care for mental disorders such as ADHD, Autism, Schizophrenia, Anxiety, Bipolar/Depressive Disorder, PTSD, and more. The team at the Meharry Medical Group Mental Health Clinic focuses on using evidence-based and culturally sensitive treatment options. Appointments are available, with walk-ins welcome. Patients without insurance or with financial issues are also can receive treatment here.
Domain(s):
Depression, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Stress
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Meharry Medical College
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Adolescents, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Meharry Medical College provides medical and dental services at this satellite clinic offering some evening hours. In addition to primary care, pediatric and Ob/GYN services are offered as well as wellness physicals, vaccines and routine dental care. Most health care insurances are honored including Medicaid; financial aid is available for those in need.
Domain(s):
Personal Finances, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Insurance
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Mending Hearts
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Women
Description:
Mending Hearts is a residential recovery community for women who are struggling to maintain shelter as a result of drug or alcohol addiction. The residential program consists of classes that address life skills. Topics include self-care, GED/computer/resume classes, Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, financial planning, criminal thinking group and re-entry program, and repairing/building relationships with family.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Housing, Incarceration, Personal Finances, Social Support, Insurance, Substance abuse
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Mental Health Cooperative (MHC)
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women
Description:
The Mental Health Cooperative takes a holistic approach to treating and supporting individuals with mental illness, behavioral, and emotional disorders. MHC treats all age groups; treatment is outpatient-based and includes access to primary care facilities and a pharmacy. In-home and in-school programs are offered for children. Individual, group, and family therapy is offered. Mobile and telephone crisis services are available. MHC also offers substance abuse therapy for individuals with co-existing mental illness. Case Managers at MHC can provide assistance locating resources for housing, budget & financial needs, medical & dental care, employment, education, social support, and transportation options. Youth services include assistance with juvenile justice court.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Depression, Housing, Incarceration, Personal Finances, Social Support, Stress, Transportation, Substance abuse, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Metro Action Commission
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women, Young Adults
Description:
Metropolitan Action Commission services include programs to help individuals and families with financial hardships gain economic stability. The Commission offers adult education programs, general equivalency degree (GED) preparation classes, and college application assistance. In addition to training and employment services, the Metropolitan Action Commission provides support for safe housing, including payment with electric and gas bills, rent, mortgage, property taxes, rental deposits, and medical prescriptions, and prescribed food/medical equipment. Also, meals for children are available throughout the year via the “Summer Food Service Program.”
Domain(s):
Education, Employment, Housing, Language, Material Needs - Child Care, Material Needs - Clothing, Material Needs - Food, Material Needs - Utilities, Personal Finances, Transportation
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Nashville Metro Parks and Recreation
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women
Description:
Nashville has several paved greenway trails throughout the city that connect communities in the area. The greenway system is designed to offer residents access to natural resources, such as streams, lakes, and rivers, as well as schools, parks, and retail locations. Area greenways are located throughout the city and provide options for physical activity and transportation.
Domain(s):
Exercise, Transportation
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Metro Public Health Department
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families, Men, Women
Description:
Metro Nashville and Davidson County’s Public Health Department offers preventive health services, behavioral health programs, dental care, and disease screening to children and adults on a sliding payment scale basis. Programs are also available for smoking cessation and food-related needs. Three Health Center locations (Lentz Public Health Center, East Public Health Center, and Woodbine Public Health Center) serve Davidson County.
Domain(s):
Alcohol Use, Material Needs - Food, Personal Finances, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision, Insurance
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Metro Public Health Dept.
Targeted Population(s):
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Men, Women
Description:
Metro Nashville and Davidson County Woodbine Public Health Center offers preventive health services, behavioral health programs, dental care, and disease screening to children and adults on a sliding payment scale basis.
Domain(s):
Personal Finances, Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Metro Social Services
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
This Metro Program assists homeless individuals aged 18 and older in locating housing, and finding employment. The program provides case managers who link individuals with social services such as counseling, life management skills, and senior nutrition. Services include bus passes for customers for the purpose of obtaining and maintaining housing and assistance in navigating the social services systems.
Domain(s):
Housing, Employment, Material Needs - Food, Transportation, Safety
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Metropolitan Nashville-Davidson
Targeted Population(s):
Adults, Men, Women
Description:
The Family Safety Center provides resources for several safety-related concerns (e.g., domestic violence, burglary victim information, safe walking tips). The Center provides many free and confidential services in areas such as safety planning, danger assessment, orders of protection, counseling, and crisis intervention. Help is also available for emergency food assistance, shelter/housing assistance, and children's services.
Domain(s):
Domestic Violence, Safety
Resource Title:
Source/Organization:
Meals on Wheels
Targeted Population(s):
Elderly
Description:
Meals on Wheels provides free meals to senior citizens in 13 counties of Middle Tennessee. Volunteers visit the homes of seniors and provide meals and additional support, such as pet food. Seniors must be over the age of 60 to be eligible for the program.
Domain(s):
Material Needs - Food, Social Support