News from Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
The winter holidays, known for its bright lights, pretty decorations, and merriment can bring up various emotions especially for individuals who are either alone or feel isolated. Memories of family gatherings that are no longer possible, or harder to partake in, often bring forth mixed emotions. As we approach another holiday season during a pandemic,… Read more Overcoming the Fa La La La Blahs: Tips for Overcoming Holiday Loneliness
Many Tennesseans view November and December as a time to share meals with friends or family, however according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), almost 11 percent of U.S. households experienced food insecurity in 2021 with Tennessee food insecurity rates being higher than the national average. According to reports shared by the USDA and… Read more More Than Just a Meal: Nutrition Programs at the Tennessee Department of Human Services
The Creating Homes Initiative (CHI), led by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse, strives to grow safe, affordable, and permanent housing to Tennesseans with mental illness and co-occurring disorders. With the state’s 2021 budget, the Creating Homes Initiative was provided with over $850 million, allowing them to develop 25,000+ new housing opportunities… Read more Agency Spotlight – Tennessee Creating Homes Initiative, TN Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services
Life can get hectic, especially during the holidays, which often leads us to search for things that are easy and convenient. Did you know that you can search for resources on Pathfinder’s website even when on the go? By visiting Pathfinder’s website on a mobile device, such as a phone or tablet, you can download… Read more TN Pathfinder Tools – Searching for Resources on a Mobile Device
Caller: Hi, I live in Knoxville, and I have an elderly neighbor who I worry about. Since he lost his wife, I hardly ever see him outside or going anywhere. I know they didn’t have any family in the area. And no one comes to visit besides me. He’s not homebound, and he can walk… Read more Call Pathfinder
For these and other events visit our Community Calendar or follow us on social media. We’ve got a great Tuesday Talk planned just in time for the holidays! We’re sitting down with Lisa Ragan, director, Office of Consumer Affairs and Peer Recovery Services of TN Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Resources, to chat about… Read more Upcoming Events – December 2021
Tennessee Disability Pathfinder offers an extensive library of disability and aging adult care resources available at TNPathfinder.org. Need help with your holiday meals or finding a gift for a loved one? Tennessee Disability Pathfinder can help! We’ve compiled a list of organizations that are providing meal and gift assistance this holiday season. Check our resource… Read more Resource Corner – Home for the Holidays
With Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the holiday shopping season on the horizon, stores are busy merchandising their spaces with festive displays. In addition to holiday presentations, “now hiring” signs are a common feature on store doors, windows, and websites. Messages such as “join our team” are an invitation and reminder that the holidays are… Read more Independence: The Best Gift
As the holiday season approaches, gift giving may be foremost on our minds. But we may be wondering how do we give in the most uncertain of times? The definition of gift is an item given without any expectation of payment. A gift is something special given to friends, family members, or loved ones. It… Read more Giving the Gift of a Vaccine
In the Winter of 2020, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Nashville launched a new program, Tennessee Serves Neighbors. This program will expand Catholic Charities’ successful Family Resources Center model over the next two years to more counties that are part of the Diocese of Nashville. Counties served in this program include Montgomery, Maury, Marshall, Bedford, and… Read more Tennessee Serves Neighbors