The Compass

Dear Friends of Pathfinder, Happy New Year! I hope you enjoyed the holiday season, and 2025 is already off to a great start! As I do at the beginning of every year, I like to reflect on the past year and plan for the year to come. Like previous years, I am proud of what… Read more New Year’s Message from Pathfinder’s Director

As we welcome the New Year, we are excited to announce the expansion of resources available on the Tennessee Disability Pathfinder’s Website (TNPathfinder.org). Pathfinder’s website is designed to make it easier for individuals with disabilities and their families to find the support and services they need. This year, we’ve added new agencies and updated resources… Read more New Year. New Access. New Agencies on TNPathfinder.org

Introducing the newest member of our team, Ace Brooks. Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Ace is a dedicated advocate for equality and access. He brings over a decade of experience in social services to the forefront of his work. With a strong background in supporting marginalized communities, Ace understands the transformative power of access,… Read more New Face at Pathfinder

Managing mental health can be a daunting and confusing task. Regulation Beats™ provides evidence-based emotion regulation therapy to help individuals decrease distress, expand self-awareness, and improve quality of life. Clients typically engage in 60 minute, 1 1 sessions using worksheets and a MIDI (musical instrument digital interface) controller. They play virtual instruments, analyze their brains/bodies,… Read more New Year. New Beats.

As we continue to plan for a new year in 2025, goals are on our minds. Whether you created a goal to get outside more, move your body, or establish a new routine, the new year allows time for intentional reflection to consider hopes and dreams for the next year. While many of our goals… Read more Goals in the New Year: IEP and Education – January 2025

The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) is designated as the Area Agency on Aging and Disability for 13 counties in Middle Tennessee. They coordinate the delivery of services to older adults, adults with disabilities, and their families and help them navigate community resources and the long-term care system. Services include Medicare counseling, home-and-community based services,… Read more Spotlight – January 2025

Previous SNAP participants may become eligible again for SNAP and should reapply if they lost their benefits due to work requirement rules. People ages 18-54 are limited to just three months of benefits during a three-year period if they are not able to meet work requirements. The current three-year period ended on December 31, 2024… Read more In the Know – SNAP Time Limits Reset

Connect with Social Security from Anywhere with Social Security Video Connect. With Social Security Video Connect, you can have a personalized experience without the need to visit an office. Simply connect with a Social Security representative via video to take care of your business. You can use this service with: • Social Security and Supplemental… Read more ConnectAbility – January 2025

Hey job seekers! Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to a more inclusive and understanding workplace? Whether you’re looking for your dream job or the perfect volunteer opportunity, we’re sharing employment and volunteer opportunities and resources in the Tennessee disability community. Join us in embracing a future where every person has the… Read more EmployAbility – January 2025

Research is a key component for making new discoveries and improving the lives of people with disabilities. It can also provide participants insight and support regarding their conditions, especially when there is a gap in services. Here are a few studies that may be of interest.   Teen Mental Health Study TEENS 14-17 YEARS OLD… Read more ResearchAbility – January 2025