Pathfinder – The Compass

Spotlight – January 2023

Posted on January 16, 2023January 18, 2023 by Pathfinder

We’re shining a light on organizations, agencies, volunteers, resources, families, and individuals, that serve the disability community. At the end of 2022, Pathfinder held nominations and awarded its first-ever, The Compass Award. The Compass Awards recognize the efforts and continued support of community collaborators with Pathfinder’s mission to provide disability resource information and support to… Read more Spotlight – January 2023

Inclusion & Disability Awareness

Posted on January 16, 2023January 18, 2023 by Pathfinder

Disability inclusion means understanding the relationship between how people function and how they participate in society and ensuring everybody has the same opportunities to participate in every aspect of life to the best of their abilities and desires. In an effort to effectively spread awareness and foster inclusion, each month we commemorate and share Disability… Read more Inclusion & Disability Awareness

Upcoming Events – January 2023

Posted on January 16, 2023January 19, 2023 by Pathfinder

Image of a wintery scene with fluffy textured fur and a white mug with a dark colored orange slice and brown sprinkled marshmallows on top. The mug is sitting on the edge of a light brown surface and two sliced oranges are placed on it's left. Pathfinder's branded graphic with tagline is centered on the mug. Yellow and red text, "UPCOMING EVENTS," is on the right of the image on a faded dark background with gold lights.

Check out 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 up to date with events in the disability community. Besides our helpline and website, Pathfinder helps answer the question, “Where are the resources?” through… Read more Upcoming Events – January 2023

Resource Corner: Where are the Resources?- January 2023

Posted on January 16, 2023January 19, 2023 by Pathfinder

Tennessee Disability Pathfinder offers a growing library of disability resources available at TNPathfinder.org. At the beginning of each year, we take a look back at the previous year to see how we best met the needs of those we serve. One way to do that is by analyzing data from compiled reports that show us… Read more Resource Corner: Where are the Resources?- January 2023

The Compass: Home for the Holidays

Posted on December 15, 2022December 16, 2022 by Pathfinder

Image of a holiday setting on the left of pine twigs, pine coans, a brown paper wrapped present with a red ribbon two white open boxes filled with silver and gold ornaments, candy canes, and a wooden house with a cream, brown and pink scarf wrapped around it's bottom all on the left side of image. At the bottom of the image is a frosted star-shaped gingerbread cookie. On the right of the image is red text: THE COMPASS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS DECEMBER 2022 YOUR GUIDE ON THE PATH TO COMMUNITY SERVICES." Pathfinder's branded graphic is at the top right of image on the right of the word "THE," and above the word "COMPASS."

The holidays are a special time of year that many people enjoy celebrating in the comfort of their homes. Unfortunately, that is not always true for those who struggle to find housing and face homelessness. Housing, affordable housing, apartment living, rental properties, and home improvement are some of the toughest resources to acquire for people with… Read more The Compass: Home for the Holidays

Housing 4-1-1

Posted on December 15, 2022January 11, 2023 by Pathfinder

Making Home Accessible VCRM to Identify Housing: The creation and implementation of a Virtual Community Resource Map (VCRM) can be a useful support to engage in identifying housing options for a person with intellectual and developmental disabilities. One component of developing a VCRM is to identify individual-specific goals that can be achieved by visiting and… Read more Housing 4-1-1

Home for the Holidays Events – December 2022

Posted on December 15, 2022December 16, 2022 by Pathfinder

Festive holiday background image with silver garland and red bows on the bottom of image. Behind the garland at the center of the image is a brown and ivory color analog clock with roman numerals. Covering the top right side of the clock is a red and white Santa hat with red snoflakes and dark red cursive text, "Happy Holidays," on the white trim. A fallen gold ribbon is lying across the top of the hat. Text on image: "Upcoming Events." Pathfinder's branded graphic is on the furry ball on hat.

Celebrating the holidays with family and friends or even alone can bring you such joy. Celebrating the holidays of different cultures can bring joy to others. We acknowledge the diversity in cultures, heritage, and celebrations of traditions in our communities and share the joy in all celebrations. Happy Holidays to each and every one of… Read more Home for the Holidays Events – December 2022

The Compass: Holiday Resources Special Edition

Posted on November 21, 2022November 21, 2022 by Pathfinder

Image with light gray background with a leaves border. To the right of the image is the back of a red truck with fall harvest items in the bed of the truck. "TNP" is in green letters on the license plate. Text on the image: "THE COMPASS HOLIDAY RESOURCES SPECIAL EDITION NOVEMBER 2022." On the bottom right of image is a gray plate with a white pumpkin, yellow flowers and orange leaves. Text on the pumpkin says, "YOUR GUIDE ON THE PATH TO COMMUNITY SERVICES." Pathfinder's branded graphic is to the right of the word "the" and above the word "compass."

November begins the fall and winter holiday celebrations, and holidays can be so much fun for you and your loved ones. There’s lots of traveling, eating, and shopping to be done. The holidays bring a sense of warmth and hearty laughter amongst family and friends. Thanksgiving, Black Friday shopping, and Friendsgivings bring lasting memories and… Read more The Compass: Holiday Resources Special Edition

Events – October 2022

Posted on October 19, 2022October 31, 2022 by Pathfinder

In October we celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and showcase supportive, inclusive employment resources and organizations. Another important reason to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to shine a light on the importance of equitable practices in the workplace for people with disabilities whether it be pay, accommodations, health insurance, etc.… Read more Events – October 2022

Resource Corner – Path to Disability Employment

Posted on October 19, 2022January 13, 2023 by Pathfinder

Tennessee Disability Pathfinder offers a growing library of disability resources available at TNPathfinder.org. October kicked off National Disability Employment Awareness Month for 2022! In celebration, Tennessee’s Employment First Taskforce continued its #HireMyStrengths campaign this year and we are hoping you’ll join us to make it the biggest effort yet to promote inclusive and accessible employment.… Read more Resource Corner – Path to Disability Employment