Upcoming Events – March 2025

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A festive St. Patrick's Day-themed graphic featuring a green glittery leprechaun hat, a small green wooden chair with a glittery shamrock, and a calendar displaying March 2025. Gold coins are scattered on a wooden surface. The background is bright green with a bokeh effect. The Tennessee Disability Pathfinder logo is in the top left corner, and the words "Upcoming Events" are displayed in bold red and blue text on the right side.

Find what’s happening in your area by visiting our Community Calendar and begin your journey with events that enhance your life experiences.  Also, follow us on social media to stay updated with events in the disability community.

Pathfinder Events

Navigating Resources for Aging Adults Workshop Series: Navigating DDA Services for Aging Adults, April 10

A flyer for the Tennessee Disability Pathfinder webinar titled "Navigating DDA Services for Aging Adults." The flyer has a blue and white color scheme with bold white and green text. The Tennessee Disability Pathfinder logo, a gold compass, is displayed at the top right. The main image features a smiling older woman with curly blonde hair wearing a dark brown shirt. Below, three circular images showcase interactions between caregivers and aging adults: a nurse assisting an older man, a caregiver helping a senior in a wheelchair, and two women embracing and smiling. Icons highlight key services:📌 Aging Services and Support📌 Resources and Tools for Seniors A QR code is included for registration, with a note that registration is required. The flyer also mentions that the webinar will be presented in English via Zoom, with Arabic, ASL, and Spanish interpretation available upon request. Contact information and a website link for Tennessee Disability Pathfinder are displayed at the bottom.

As Individuals age, their needs evolve, requiring different levels of support, from food assistance and transportation to Medicare guidance and in-home care. Understanding and accessing these services can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Up Next in our Navigating Resources for Aging Adults series, join us for a FREE webinar to explore available resources and programs that enhance the quality of life for aging adults.

Webinar Details:

📅 Thursday, April 10, 2025
⏰ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM CT
📍Online via Zoom

What You’ll Learn:

✅ Available in-home support services
✅ Resources to assist seniors and caregivers
✅ Guidance on answering Medicare-related questions

This informative session is ideal for aging adults, caregivers, family members, and professionals seeking guidance on navigating essential services.

This informative session is ideal for aging adults, caregivers, family members, and professionals seeking guidance on navigating essential services.

Meet the Presenter: 

gradient blue background image featuring a smiling older woman with curly blonde hair wearing a dark brown shirt.Shannon Jones serves as the Aging Program Administrator for the Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging. She oversees the Information & Assistance and Emergency Preparedness programs, working closely with nine area agencies on aging and disability across the state. With 32 years of experience in the field of aging, Shannon has dedicated her career to improving the quality of life for older Tennesseans. Her expertise includes Medicare outreach, state health programs, and emergency preparedness for seniors.

This webinar will be presented in English, with Arabic, ASL, and Spanish interpretations available upon request during registration. Registration is required.

Questions? Contact Megan Hart at megan.hart@vumc.org

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and get your questions answered– register today!

Also, stay tuned for details on our final webinar in our Navigating Resources for Aging Adults Series. Coming May 8th  is, Navigating Technology Resources for Aging Adults with Milton Neuenschwander, TN Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) Director of Enabling Technology, Division of Program Innovation. You can register now!

 

Up Next: Navegando Junto a Pathfinder. This is a webinar presented in Spanish for the LatinX community. More details coming soon…

Community Events

iPhone Training for Blind and Low-Vision People
The National Federation of the Blind, Disabled to the Front, and TSU Department of Social Work and Urban Studies invite you to join them for this training series to support blind and low-vision people to best utilize their iPhones. They will meet in Training Room Two of Tennessee State University’s (TSU) Avon Williams instructional site (330 10th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203) on two different dates for these free community trainings, each focusing on different types of techniques.
On Tuesday, March 18th  learn techniques for low vision users including spoken content, zoom, magnifier, contrast settings, and other navigational apps.
On Tuesday, March 25th lessons will be about voice-over techniques including gestures, typing methods, using the rotor, described content, and other useful apps for the blind.
Participants, please bring your own iPhone device and personal assistant (if needed). Want to make this a fun night out too? Then join us from 7:45 – 9:30 pm for the after-party at the Grand Hyatt rooftop restaurant Lou/Na. If you are not attending the training you may still join the after-party.  Please RSVP using the link then meet at Lou/Na around 7:45 pm. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/NFBiPhoneTraining
For more information scan the QR code above or download the flyer here.

HAPI’s Phoenix Art Gala Rescheduled: Melodies of Recovery, An Evening of Renewal & Hope, March 20

Due to inclement weather, Healing Arts Project, Inc. (HAPI) had to postpone their 15th Annual Phoenix Art Gala in February. It has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. CT!  Join HAPI as they celebrate their talented artists and come together for a powerful cause.
What to Expect
  • Special Guest Speakers – Hear from inspiring voices on the theme of recovery, renewal, and hope.
  • Artwork Sale – Take home unique pieces created with passion, supporting local artists and a meaningful cause.
  • Community Art Activity – Let’s create something beautiful and collaborative together, a testament to our shared journey of healing.
  • Delicious Food – Savor an array of local flavors as we indulge in good food and great company.
This year’s theme, “Melodies of Recovery, A Evening of Renewal and Hope,” celebrates the resilience and strength that unite us all. Whether you’re an art lover, supporter, or community member, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Save the Date:
📅 February 20th, 2025
⏰ 5:30–8:00 p.m.
📍335 Murfreesboro Pike
Nashville, TN 37210
Let’s come together to uplift one another, create lasting memories, and support the arts

About Healing Arts Project, Inc. (HAPI)

Healing Arts Project, Inc. (HAPI) is dedicated to reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction disorders by providing opportunities in the creative arts. Through visual arts and creative writing classes at peer centers across Middle Tennessee, HAPI empowers individuals in recovery to express themselves, develop coping skills, and build self-confidence. The organization supports underserved, low-income participants by showcasing their work in public exhibits and printed materials, fostering awareness and acceptance within the community. HAPI’s outreach efforts, including community events and educational publications, promote dialogue and understanding around mental health and recovery.