News from Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
Tennessee Disability Pathfinder is excited to introduce our new webinar series, Navigating Resources for Aging Adults. This three-part series is designed to provide valuable insights and guidance on essential resources available for aging adults and their caregivers. Each session will feature expert speakers who will offer practical information, answer questions, and help participants better understand… Read more Navigating Resources for Aging Adults
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
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
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
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”
Success knows no boundaries! In celebration of Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re honoring the stories of individuals with disabilities who have triumphed over barriers to find meaningful employment. Check out these incredible stories, written in their words, of three individuals who, despite facing challenges, continue to thrive and excel in the workplace. Their passion, determination,… Read more In their Own Words: Stories of Disability Employment Journeys
Your Journey to Employment The Precisionists, Incorporated (TPI), a national company, provides innovative and unparalleled administrative and technology services to their clients by harnessing the unique talents of neurodiverse and neurotypical professionals. With a focus on industry best practices and a client roster including UBS, Vanderbilt University, and HCA Healthcare, their innovative employment model sets… Read more Spotlight: The Precisionists, Incorporated (TPI)
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Observed each October, during National Disability Employment Awareness Month, or “NDEAM,” we celebrate the value and talent workers with disabilities add to America’s workplaces and economy. NDEAM’s purpose is to confirm our commitment to ensuring disabled workers have access to good jobs, every month of every year. That’s… Read more In the Know – National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
On August 26. 2024, Governor Bill Lee made a proclamation encouraging all Tennessee citizens to join in the observance of Disability Voting Rights Awareness Week, September 9-13. 2024. In honor and observance of this celebratory week, the September issue of The Compass is dedicated to exercising our RIGHTS: our right to VOTE, our right to… Read more Disability Voting Rights Awareness Week