Author: Shana Watkins, Outreach Coordinator, Tennessee Justice Center

Guiding Communities Through Uncertainty: What You Can Do This Season

Posted on by Shana Watkins, Outreach Coordinator, Tennessee Justice Center
An illustration showing a group of people moving forward together against a soft gradient background of orange and blue tones. Several individuals are using wheelchairs, while others are walking alongside them. Some are shaking hands, symbolizing connection and cooperation. Autumn leaves are scattered in the air, adding a seasonal touch. At the top center, a purple circle displays the Tennessee Disability Coalition logo.

The budget bill that was signed on July 4 included the most devastating cuts to health and nutrition programs in our nation’s history. Some cuts will take effect in the coming months. Follow TJC and revisit this page to keep informed about those threats. ​ Right now, at the center of the federal government shutdown,… Read more Guiding Communities Through Uncertainty: What You Can Do This Season

In the Know – Advocating for Yourself, Be Aware of Scams

Posted on by Shana Watkins, Outreach Coordinator, Tennessee Justice Center
An image with a solid dark blue background. At the top, there is a pale yellow box containing Pathfinder's branded graphic, a yellow compass with a multi-colored ring on the inner circle. Below that, in large white text, it says 'In the Know', followed by smaller text underneath that reads 'Ground breaking information that affects the disability community'. On the right of the image is TJC's purple logo. On the bottom right of the image on a light purple color block is "TNPathfinder.org."

🚨 Scam Alert for SNAP Recipients 🚨 SNAP recipients are receiving calls from scammers pretending to be DHS caseworkers, claiming your benefits will be blocked unless you verify your identity. DO NOT give out personal information over the phone unless you are certain of the caller’s identity. 🔹 What to do: If you’re unsure, CALL… Read more In the Know – Advocating for Yourself, Be Aware of Scams

In the Know – SNAP Time Limits Reset

Posted on by Shana Watkins, Outreach Coordinator, Tennessee Justice Center
An image with a solid dark blue background. At the top, there is a pale yellow box containing Pathfinder's branded graphic, a yellow compass with a multi-colored ring on the inner circle. Below that, in large white text, it says 'In the Know', followed by smaller text underneath that reads 'Ground breaking information that affects the disability community'. On the right of the image is TJC's purple logo and text beneath that says, "SNAP Time Limits Reset January 1, 2025!" On the bottom right of the image on a light green color block is "TNPathfinder.org."

Previous SNAP participants may become eligible again for SNAP and should reapply if they lost their benefits due to work requirement rules. People ages 18-54 are limited to just three months of benefits during a three-year period if they are not able to meet work requirements. The current three-year period ended on December 31, 2024… Read more In the Know – SNAP Time Limits Reset

Be Aware: New Packet from Tenncare

Posted on by Shana Watkins, Outreach Coordinator, Tennessee Justice Center
Image with a background of a blue sky covered in white clouds. A black mailbox is at the front; the mailbox is open and contains folders and yellow envelopes. Pathfinder's branded graphic is at the left of the mailbox under the logos for TENNESSEE JUSTICE CENTER and TN Division of TennCare.

Many Tennessee families, including families living with Autism, rely on TennCare, the state of Tennessee’s Medicaid program, which provides health care for approximately 1.7 million Tennesseans. Beginning April 1, 2023, TennCare members began going through the state and federally-required redetermination process to determine continued eligibility for TennCare. TennCare’s priorities during this time of transition include… Read more Be Aware: New Packet from Tenncare