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Nashville Adult Literacy Council

Resource Title

Nashville Adult Literacy Council

Source/Organization

Nashville Adult Literacy Council

Description

The Nashville Adult Literacy Council is a nonprofit association that teaches adults how to improve their reading and writing skills. General equivalency degree (GED) classes are offered at probation centers and parole offices in Davidson County. Additionally, the Nashville Adult Literacy Council offers English language classes and citizenship test tutoring for immigrants.

URL

http://nashvilleliteracy.org/

Type of Service

In-person

Fee

Free

Address

4805 Park Ave. Suite 305 Nashville, TN 37209

Phone Number

(615) 298-8060

E-mail

info@nashvilleliteracy.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/Pd4aEcUumZ32

Domain(s)

Education

Incarceration

Language

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/14/2023

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Nashville Career Advancement Center

Resource Title

Nashville Career Advancement Center

Source/Organization

Nashville Career Advancement Center

Description

The Nashville Career Advancement Center (NCAC) provides opportunities job training and counseling and seeks to connect individuals with employment openings in Middle Tennessee. The NCAC offers adult education and literacy services, and specific services for veterans and individuals with disabilities. The organization partners with four American Job Centers in the region, to offer workforce development.

URL

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/metro-action/nashville-career-advancement-center

Type of Service

In-person

Fee

Free

Address

1417 Murfreesboro Pike Nashville, TN 37217

Phone Number

(615) 862-8890

E-mail

Not applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/9p3SumTuj2yuCC8eA

Domain(s)

Education

Material Needs - General

Veterans

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/14/2023

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Nashville Cares

Resource Title

Nashville Cares

Source/Organization

Nashville Cares

Description

Some programs may require a fee. Contact the organization for more information about fees and payment options.

URL

https://www.nashvillecares.org/

Type of Service

In-person

Virtual

Fee

Nashville Cares is the premier HIV/AIDS advocacy organization in Tennessee. Services include healthcare, STI/STD testing, insurance assistance for patients with HIV/AIDS, housing assistance, counseling, and more. Telehealth services are also available. Nashville Cares focuses on inclusion and equality in the treatment of patients.

Address

633 Thompson Lane Nashville, TN 37204

Phone Number

(615) 259-4866 or (800) 845-4266 [Heartline]

E-mail

info@nashvillecares.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/5Gh4CipZsSfXVE3d8

Domain(s)

Insurance

Material Needs - Dental, Medical/Medicine, Vision

Social Support

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/22/23

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Nashville Metro Transit Authority - AccessRide

Resource Title

Nashville Metro Transit Authority - AccessRide

Source/Organization

Metro Transit Authority

Description

AccessRide is a publically-funded program of Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) providing low cost rides for individuals unable to use the regular city buses due to disabilities. AccessRide uses special vans to accommodate individuals with limited mobility, their service dogs and their personal care attendants. Eligibility is established through an American with Disabilities Act worksheet; reservations are required to schedule a ride.

URL

https://www.wegotransit.com/ride/transit-services/access/

Type of Service

In-person

Fee

Cost is $3.70 with a 24 hour advanced reservation. See website for more information.

Address

430 Myatt Drive Nashville, TN 37115

Phone Number

(615) 880-3970 [General Info and reservations] or (615) 880-3596 [Eligibility]

E-mail

accessreservations@nashville.gov

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/JeYBN18gR642

Domain(s)

Personal Finances

Transportation

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/14/2023

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Nashville Metro Transit Authority (MTA)

Resource Title

Nashville Metro Transit Authority (MTA)

Source/Organization

Metro Transit Authority

Description

MTA provides bus transportation around metro Nashville to the general public. Bus schedules and routes are available on the web, in paper format, and also within the bus shelters. Exact change is recommended when paying upon entering the bus; drivers can only issue "change cards" for future use for passengers who do not have exact change. A variety of access cards are available for purchase (including 7-day passes, 20-ride passes, etc.) and can be bought online or at the Music City Central Station downtown and via any payment means. An AccessRide service is available for individuals with disabilities who are not able to ride the regular bus routes. Discounted rates are available for seniors 65 and older and people with disabilities with a qualifying ID card (e.g. Medicare).

URL

https://www.wegotransit.com/

Type of Service

In-person

Fee

Age based discounts are available online. See website for more information about fare costs.

Address

430 Myatt Drive Nashville, TN 37115

Phone Number

(615) 862-5950

E-mail

customercomments@nashville.gov

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/JeYBN18gR642

Domain(s)

Personal Finances

Transportation

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/14/2023

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Nashville Prevention Partnership

Resource Title

Nashville Prevention Partnership

Source/Organization

Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Description

Nashville Prevention Partnership works with local organizations and individuals in Nashville in order to prevent substance abuse. Programs they provide include the Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) Program and safe drug disposal.

URL

http://nashvilleprevention.org/

Type of Service

In-person

Fee

Free

Address

1704 Charlotte Ave. Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203

Phone Number

(615) 297-7635

E-mail

dewayne@npponline.org

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/5yHnZAuxscbLAQMq6

Domain(s)

Education

Substance abuse

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/17/2023

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Nashville Recovery Court Support Foundation

Resource Title

Nashville Recovery Court Support Foundation

Source/Organization

State of Tennessee, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Description

Nashville Recovery Court Support Foundation (NRCSF) offers a therapeutic community based approach to substance abuse instead of prison for non-violent offenders. The NRCSF supports three long-term residential recovery centers in Tennessee, which serve both men and women.

URL

https://nrcs.foundation/

Type of Service

In-person

Fee

Free

Address

1300 Division Street Suite 209, Nashville, TN 37203

Phone Number

(615) 313-8480

E-mail

jthomas@nrcs.foundation

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/ifQeqdAGFjBmC3BD8

Domain(s)

Alcohol Use

Incarceration

Substance abuse

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/17/2023

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Nashville Rescue Mission

Resource Title

Nashville Rescue Mission

Source/Organization

Nashville Rescue Mission

Description

The Nashville Rescue Mission provides shelter, food and clothing for adults in need. The faith-based Mission offers a recovery program, counseling, education about addiction and assistance with financial planning. Adult men (25+) are served at the Men's Campus; women are served at a separate facility.

URL

https://nashvillerescuemission.org/

Type of Service

In-person

Fee

Free

Address

639 Lafayette Street Nashville, TN 37203 [Men's Campus] or 1716 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard Nashville, TN 37208 [Women's Campus]

Phone Number

(615) 255-2475

E-mail

Not Applicable

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/SXeCXqYpBCv

Domain(s)

Material Needs - Clothing

Material Needs - Food

Personal Finances

Material Needs - General

Substance abuse

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/14/2023

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Nashville Talking Library

Resource Title

Nashville Talking Library

Source/Organization

Nashville Public Library

Description

Nashville Talking Library is a program that one can apply for in order to obtain free audio information- including books, magazines, newspapers, and more. This service is intended for Nashville residences with certified reading disabilities.

URL

https://library.nashville.org/services/nashville-talking-library

Type of Service

Telephone

Virtual

Fee

Free

Address

615 Church Street Nashville, TN 37219

Phone Number

(615) 862-5874

E-mail

NTL@nashville.gov

Map

https://goo.gl/maps/dCD6tsJzysdJnmvz7

Domain(s)

Education

Language

Social Support

Targeted Population(s)

Geographic Location

Date of Last Record Review

3/16/2023

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National Alliance on Mental Illness Tennessee

Resource Title

National Alliance on Mental Illness Tennessee

Source/Organization

National Alliance on Mental Illness

Description

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) works to improve the lives of those living with mental illnesses and their families. NAMI Tennessee provides a telephone helpline, in-person and virtual support groups, and educational materials on mental illnesses.

URL

https://www.namitn.org/

Type of Service

In-person

Telephone

Virtual

Fee

Free

Address

1101 Kermit Drive, Suite 605 Nashville, TN 37217

Phone Number

(615) 361-6608 or (800) 467-3589 [Helpline]