The Compass

Wishing you a holiday season filled with warmth, joy, and the company of loved ones. We celebrate your resilience, strength, and unique perspectives, and are committed to helping provide people with disabilities, their family members, the community, and professional support partners find and access resources, support, and services available to meet their needs. – Tennessee… Read more THE COMPASS: Home for the Holidays

The holidays can be a stressful time of year. Those with neurodivergence can experience even more stress than the neurotypical individual during this season. We are Kate Deitzer and Missy Shaw of Social Connections, located in Cool Springs, Tennessee. Our services are offered to those in the surrounding areas through in-person or video meetings. The… Read more Home For the Holidays with Neurodivergence

It’s that special time of year again, where sleigh bells are ringing, store doors are swinging, and wrapping paper is shuffling during hours of skillfully planned gift wrapping. Well, we’ve spent hours compiling a carefully crafted list of creative gift ideas in eight categories for people with disabilities or to benefit people with disabilities, just… Read more Holy Cow! Holiday Gift Ideas for people with disabilities

The Devices for Autism program, an initiative spearheaded by TERRA and the Electronics Recycling Solutions Team (ERS), is a program that is not just a testament to our commitment to social responsibility but also a beacon of hope and support for the autism community. The program is designed to serve a dual purpose: to support environmental… Read more A Gift that Keeps on Giving

It’s the holiday season and the end of the year, a perfect time for gift-giving, celebration, and to pass out awards! At the end of each year, Pathfinder hold nominations and awards recognizing community collaborators and their efforts and continued support of Pathfinder’s mission to provide disability resource information and support to individuals and families… Read more Celebrating Community: Tennessee Disability Pathfinder presents The Third Annual “The Compass Awards”

As the holidays approach and the weather turns colder, it can be tempting to put special education in the back of your mind, especially when the students are home for winter break. Did you know holiday breaks offer a great time for reflection on how to continue to collaborate with your school system? Students with… Read more IEP Checklist for the Holidays, Checking it Twice

The holiday season is often associated with large family gatherings; but, for some, this is not an option. Perhaps the person has no living kin, is estranged from their relatives, or cannot afford the time or cost of travel. This can lead to the dreaded winter blues. Individuals with disabilities in these situations are especially… Read more 5 Ideas to Prevent Holiday Season Loneliness

As the holiday season approaches, we recognize that it can be a particularly challenging time for families with children on the autism spectrum. The changes in routines, social gatherings, and sensory demands can sometimes create overwhelming experiences for both children and their families.  At Wellspring Learning Centers, we are committed to supporting families during this… Read more Wellspring this Holiday Season

What is your healthcare story? The Tennessee Health Care Campaign (THCC) wants to hear from you! THCC is collecting stories of healthcare successes and barriers in our community. Pseudonyms can be chosen upon request. We encourage anyone in the state of Tennessee to participate, regardless of their background. We celebrate the diversity of Tennessee and… Read more Not Another Christmas Story: Share Your Healthcare Story