News from Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
Research is a key component for making new discoveries and improving the lives of people with disabilities. It can also provide participants insight and support regarding their conditions, especially when there is a gap in services. Here are a few studies that may be of interest. Pregnancy Study Are you pregnant and planning to deliver… Read more ResearchAbility – March 2025
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 As… Read more Upcoming Events – March 2025
Tennessee Disability Pathfinder offers a growing library of disability resources available at TNPathfinder.org. In addition to the growing directory of resources on Pathfinder’s website, here are some we’re highlighting this month A Game-Changer for Moms: Find Free Diapers Near You! No mom should have to worry about running out of diapers for her baby. The… Read more Resource Corner – March 2025
Dear Compass Readers, Welcome to this edition of The Compass! As we embark on a new season, we are excited to embrace our theme: For the Love of Advocacy. Advocacy is more than just a word—it is the heart of everything we do at Tennessee Disability Pathfinder (Pathfinder). It is a commitment to ensuring that… Read more A Message from our Communications Manager – For the Love of Advocacy_February 2025
At Tennessee Disability Pathfinder, we’re more than just a resource hub – we’re a dedicated team working together to help you find the right support and information. Whether you’re living with a disability, caring for someone who is, or working in the disability field, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our… Read more Empowering You: Your Guides to Disability Resources
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
It’s peak advocacy season for people with disabilities, which means Disability Day on the Hill (DDH) is just around the corner! The theme for DDH 2025 is “Liberty. Not Limits.” But what exactly does that mean? Let’s start with liberty. On its face, the concept of liberty can seem a little vague and broad. The… Read more Liberty. Not Limits. – DDH 2025
Have you ever seen a service dog team in public and immediately wanted to approach the dog because they were so cute? Maybe, you are a dog lover and wanted to share all your favorite stories about your furry friends. Maybe, you wanted to make noises to get the dog’s attention? While all of these… Read more Advocating Heartfelt Ways to Support Service Dog Teams in Your Community
At Family Voices of Tennessee, we are families supporting families. We understand what families who are raising children with disabilities, special healthcare needs, and chronic illnesses face because we are them. Everyone who works at Family Voices of Tennessee has a personal connection to disability, special healthcare needs, and chronic illness in some shape or… Read more For the Love of Advocacy Spotlight: Empowering Families Through Community and Connection
🚨 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