Tennessee – Community-Based Organizations Supporting Low-Income Seniors
AARP Tennessee
Works to advocate for the rights of seniors, offering resources, educational programs, and policy initiatives focused on improving the lives of older Tennesseans.
Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD) – East Tennessee
Provides services such as nutrition, home care, and transportation to seniors throughout the East Tennessee region.
Better Days Ahead Senior Services
Offers in-home support, meal delivery, and wellness check-ins for seniors, with an emphasis on promoting independence and aging in place.
Blount County Senior Services
Supports seniors in Blount County through various programs including social activities, transportation, and emergency assistance.
Bridges Domestic Violence Center – Senior Services
Offers a safe space and support services to seniors who are victims of domestic violence, including counseling and legal advocacy.
Caregivers of Greater Nashville
Provides resources, support, and educational workshops for family caregivers, with a focus on caregiving for elderly relatives.
Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) – Senior Programs
Offers transportation services tailored to seniors, including discounted fares and special routes for elderly passengers in Chattanooga.
Community Action Agency of Williamson County
Delivers assistance with utility payments, housing support, and nutrition for low-income seniors in Williamson County.
East Tennessee Veterans Memorial Association
Supports aging veterans and their families by providing resources for healthcare, housing, and financial assistance in East Tennessee.
Faith Family Medical Center – Senior Program
Offers free healthcare services to low-income seniors, providing primary care, mental health support, and prescriptions.
First Tennessee Development District – Senior Services
Provides case management, home-delivered meals, and caregiver services to seniors throughout the First Tennessee region.
Food Bank of Middle Tennessee – Senior Program
Delivers food to seniors facing hunger and food insecurity, offering programs to improve nutrition for elderly residents.
Good Samaritan Center of Loudon County
Provides free healthcare services, including medical screenings, and offers assistance with food and housing for seniors in Loudon County.
Greater Nashville Regional Council – Aging Services
Offers a range of services including nutrition, transportation, and caregiver support for seniors in the greater Nashville area.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis
Assists low-income seniors with home repairs, modifications, and accessibility improvements to help them live independently.
Hickman County Senior Center
Supports local seniors with activities, social events, and essential services like meals and transportation in Hickman County.
Jackson Senior Center
Provides a wide variety of services for seniors including meals, transportation, and recreation opportunities in Jackson, Tennessee.
Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC)
Offers critical support for seniors, including energy assistance, meals, and transportation for low-income residents in Knoxville.
LaFollette Senior Center
Provides programs designed to help seniors live independently, including health services, meal programs, and recreational activities.
Lifeline, Inc. – Senior Outreach
Provides a range of home services for seniors, including meal delivery, housekeeping, and personal care assistance.
Living Assistance Services
Offers non-medical home care for seniors, including help with personal care, medication reminders, and companionship.
Meals on Wheels of Metro Memphis
Delivers hot meals and wellness checks to homebound seniors in the Memphis area, with a focus on food security and nutrition.
Middle Tennessee Council on Aging
Focuses on advocacy and services for older adults in Middle Tennessee, including caregiver support and community resource navigation.
Mission of Hope
Provides food, clothing, and other services to low-income seniors in need, focusing on those living in rural Tennessee communities.
Nashville CARES
While primarily focused on HIV/AIDS, Nashville CARES also provides health and wellness support to seniors living with chronic illnesses.
Operation Stand Down Tennessee
Supports Tennessee’s homeless and low-income veterans, many of whom are seniors, with housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
One Generation Senior Services
Assists seniors in the Memphis area with activities of daily living, including transportation, home repair, and socialization programs.
Outreach, Inc.
Provides affordable home modifications and repairs to make living spaces safer for seniors with mobility issues in Tennessee.
Pennyroyal Arts Council – Senior Programs
Offers creative arts programs for seniors, including painting, pottery, and music, to foster engagement and lifelong learning.
Salvation Army – Knoxville
Offers emergency services, including food, clothing, and shelter, for seniors in crisis or facing homelessness in Knoxville.
Southeast Tennessee Area Agency on Aging & Disability
Provides home care services, meal delivery, and family caregiver support to seniors in Southeast Tennessee.
Special Programs for Aging Seniors – Memphis
Supports seniors with limited mobility, providing services such as transportation and respite care, as well as community-building activities.
Supportive Services for Veterans Families – Tennessee
Provides housing, emergency financial assistance, and case management for low-income veterans and elderly veterans in Tennessee.
Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence – Senior Services
Offers programs focused on protecting senior citizens from abuse, providing counseling, legal assistance, and advocacy.
Tennessee Home and Community-Based Services
Offers a wide range of services to seniors, including case management, home care, and respite for family caregivers.
The Council on Aging of Greater Nashville
Supports older adults in Nashville with programs that include nutrition, senior advocacy, and social services.
The Senior Citizens Home Assistance Service
Provides non-medical home care services to seniors in the greater Chattanooga area, including help with daily activities and companionship.