News from Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
Empowered Education: Back-to-School Tools in Action PENCIL – Equipping Classrooms for Every Student’s Success Back-to-school season is full of lists: supplies, schedules, and new routines. For students with disabilities, preparation and ongoing support can make the difference between a stressful year and a successful one. In Nashville, PENCIL helps schools meet these needs by connecting… Read more Spotlight – August 2025
🌟 July is Disability Pride Month! 🌟 All month long, we’ve been celebrating the experiences, achievements, and stories of the disability community with our #DisabilityProud campaign. During this campaign, we’re highlighting a few of our amazing community members, asking them thoughtful questions about what disability pride means to them and how it shapes their lives.… Read more Disability Pride
When it comes to mental health, awareness is essential, but action is transformational. The Mental Health Cooperative (MHC) of Tennessee is living proof that when we meet people with compassion and provide real solutions, we don’t just raise awareness; we change lives. MHC stands apart as a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral… Read more Turning Awareness into Action: Mental Health Cooperative’s Commitment to Compassionate Care
Spotlight on TDMHSAS: Leading the Charge in Community Mental Health and Recovery Across the state, more people are speaking up about their mental health and substance use needs, and the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) is helping meet that need with strong leadership, creative solutions, and a people-first approach. TDMHSAS works through… Read more Spotlight – May 2025
We’ve made a small change at Pathfinder. Our team that provides language access and community connection is now called Community Support. While the name is new, our mission is unchanged: to help individuals and families from a variety of backgrounds and languages navigate disability resources. Our team continues to offer case management assistance and educational training… Read more Community Support: A New Name, Same Great Team
Every person processes the world in their own way, thinking, learning, communicating, and interacting through a lens that is uniquely theirs. When we take time to understand and embrace these differences in how brains work, we can begin to unlock the strengths that might otherwise go unrecognized. At Tennessee Disability Pathfinder, we believe every individual… Read more Neurodivergence in Focus: Discover Resources that Empower Unique Strengths
TRIAD: Building Stronger Communities Through Autism Support As a valued partner, TRIAD (Treatment and Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders) at Vanderbilt University plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. With an extensive array of programs, TRIAD supports the community through its specialized Resource… Read more Spotlight – April 2025: TRIAD
Social Security change : Agency begins taking back 100% of overpayments Social Security is reinstating its controversial plan to withhold 100% of people’s benefits if the agency has overpaid them. Last year, it began withholding 10% of funds it accidentally overpaid. A new Social Security rule goes into effect this week. No, not the change… Read more In the Know – April 2025: Social Security Changes
At Tennessee Disability Pathfinder, our commitment to serving our community never takes a break —because we understand that support is needed every day of the year. In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month this March, we’re excited to share some groundbreaking news: our trusted helpline now has a new, innovative live chat feature on TNPathfinder.org!… Read more We’re Here All Year: Revolutionary Live Support Now Available
As we navigate through the early months of the new year, the Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging unveils a refreshed look while maintaining its steadfast commitment to serving individuals with developmental disabilities and aging needs. With a newly designed website and enhanced accessibility features, the department continues to be a vital resource for Tennesseans… Read more Spotlight March 2025: A New Year, A New Look – Same Access to Resources for Developmental Disabilities