Greater Nashville Regional Council - Area Agency on Aging & Disability

Address

44 Vantage Way
Suite 450
Nashville, TN 37228

(866) 836-6678

www.gnrc.org

AKA:

GNRC; AAAD

Description:

The Greater Nashville Regional Council serves as Middle Tennessee's Area Agency on Aging & Disability, one of nine regional agencies statewide whose mission it is to plan programs and services and advocate for the older population and adults with disabilities. The primary purpose of the Aging and Disability Program is to coordinate the delivery of services and programs which promote an environment conducive to enhancing the quality of life of the region's older population.

While specific functions may vary based on local priorities and available resources, GNRC offers:
Free, Unbiased Medicare Counseling
Long-term Care for Low-Income Seniors
Family Caregiver Support
Legal Aid and Conservatorship
In-home Living Assistance and Meal Services
Transportation Services for Senior Adults
Emergency Home Repairs

Hours:

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Intake Process:

Call for details. For legal help, call the Legal Services of Middle TN and the Cumberlands; for help with a long term care facility issue, call the MCHRA Ombudsman or call t he GNRC helpline.

Program Fees:

Program fees vary based on program eligibility and income level. Many services offered through GNRC are no-cost or have sliding scale fees. It costs you nothing to talk to trained counselors at GNRC.

Languages:

If you do not speak English as your primary language, or a visually or hearing impaired, language services are available to you free of charge by calling 615-255-1010 or toll-free at 1-866-836-6678.

Eligibility:

Eligibility varies by program. To learn more about the programs and services through GNRC, and detailed eligibility requirements, call the Information and Assistance Helpline at 866-836-6678.

To qualify for CHOICES, you must be a Tennessee resident who is 65 years of age or older, or 21 years of age or older with a physical disability and need the level of care provided in a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid long-term care.

To be eligible for OPTIONS, the applicant must be a Tennessee resident who has difficulty caring for themselves or their home. If you are determined eligible for CHOICES or other programs, the OPTIONS program cannot provide services.

To be eligible for Family Caregiver Support services, the caregiver must meet one or more of the criteria below:

!€¢ An adult family member (age 18 years or older) or other adult providing informal care to individuals 60 years of age or older.

!€¢ An adult family member or other adult providing informal care to individuals of any age with Alzheimer!€™s disease or related disorders.

!€¢ A caregiver aged 55 or older providing care to an adult (ages 18-59) with disabilities.

!€¢ A grandparent or relative 55 years of age or older who is the primary caregiver to a child related by blood, marriage, or adoption.

* Eligibility for services and support may depend on additional criteria such as living arrangements, income level, diagnosis, and conditions.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

March 4, 2024

Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteers are an important part of the work the GNRC does in the communities across the region. The agency offers a variety of opportunities for those willing to share their time. Learn more about their volunteer program at www.gnrc.org/volunteer

Employer ID:

620789610

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

44 Vantage Way
Suite 450
Nashville, TN 37228

Contacts

Sara Fowler

Primary Contact

Director of Aging and Disability Services

(615) 880-3902

sfowler@gnrc.org

Diane Schlaufman

Manager of Information & Assistance Programs

(615) 880-3903

dschlaufman@gnrc.org

Rebecca Nofi

Volunteer & Community Engagement Manager

(615) 891-5876

rnofi@gnrc.org

Phone Numbers

Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)

(866) 836-6678

Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)

(615) 255-1010

Fax

(615) 862-8840

Legal Aid Society of Middle TN and the Cumberlands

(615) 244-6610

Main Office

(615) 862-8828

Metro Social Services (Meals in Davidson County)

(615) 880-2292

Mid-Cumberland HRA (Meals outside Davidson County)

(615) 850-3919

Mid-Cumberland HRA Ombudsman

(615) 850-3918

TNSHIP Medicare Counseling and Information

(877) 801-0044

Legal Status:

State

Description

The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) helps to promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community-based services on behalf of state and federal funding programs. The programs focus on connecting applicants to agencies that provide a range of life-sustaining support services, including in-home respite. The TennCare CHOICES Program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and meet the level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. In-home respite care is one of many services provided through TennCare CHOICES. OPTIONS for Community Living is a state-funded program that, like CHOICES, offers in-home respite. OPTIONS is considered a last-resort program for those who do not qualify for CHOICES. GNRC facilitates the Family Caregiver Support Program, which funds in-home or personal care respite for family and informal caregivers. The program offers referrals, educational resources, and support for relative caregivers.

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Required Documents

Call for details

Eligibility

To qualify for CHOICES, you must be a Tennessee resident who is 65 years of age or older, or 21 years of age or older with a physical disability and need the level of care provided in a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid long-term care. To be eligible for OPTIONS, the applicant must be a Tennessee resident who has difficulty caring for themselves or their home. If you are determined eligible for CHOICES or other programs, the OPTIONS program cannot provide services. To be eligible for Family Caregiver Support services, the caregiver must meet one or more of the criteria below: • An adult family member (age 18 years or older) or other adult providing informal care to individuals 60 years of age or older. • An adult family member or other adult providing informal care to individuals of any age with Alzheimer’s disease or related disorders. • A caregiver aged 55 or older providing care to an adult (ages 18-59) with disabilities. • A grandparent or relative 55 years of age or older who is the primary caregiver to a child related by blood, marriage, or adoption. * Eligibility for services and support may depend on additional criteria such as living arrangements, income level, diagnosis, and conditions.

Fees

Program fees vary based on program eligibility and income level. Many services offered through GNRC are no-cost or have sliding scale fees. It costs you nothing to talk to trained counselors at GNRC.

Intake Procedure

The first step to determining which program is right for an individual’s needs is to call the Information and Assistance hotline. During the first call to GNRC, a member of the Information and Assistance team will ask questions to learn more about the specific situation and needs.

Service Area

Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Tennessee
    • Cheatham County
      • Davidson County
        • Dickson County
          • Houston County
            • Humphreys County
              • Montgomery County
                • Robertson County
                  • Rutherford County
                    • Stewart County
                      • Sumner County
                        • Trousdale County
                          • Williamson County
                            • Wilson County

                            Telephone Numbers

                            Number:
                            615-255-1010
                            Name:
                            Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                            Number:
                            866-836-6678
                            Name:
                            Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                            Click here to see this service (PH-7000.3300-040) and related services within the Service Tree.

                            Description

                            The Information and Assistance program (I&A) consists of a helpline designed to provide information on aging & disability issues and community resources. This program is provided through the Area Agency on Aging and Disability. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are available to discuss and provide information to best meet the needs of the caller. All staff are trained and certified under the Alliance of Information and Referral Systems as a Certified Aging Specialist. Our database of community resources is maintained and updated regularly so that accurate information can be disseminated to the Greater Nashville community. Our I&A counselors will assist you by discussing the various programs and providing an initial eligibility screening to assess which program best meets your needs.

                            Hours

                            Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                            Required Documents

                            Call for details; varies by program and services

                            Eligibility

                            Anyone who needs information on services for older adults and people with disabilities in the service area

                            Fees

                            No Fee

                            Intake Procedure

                            Call the hotline.

                            Service Area

                            Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                            Geography Served

                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                            • Tennessee
                              • Cheatham County
                                • Davidson County
                                  • Dickson County
                                    • Houston County
                                      • Humphreys County
                                        • Montgomery County
                                          • Robertson County
                                            • Rutherford County
                                              • Stewart County
                                                • Sumner County
                                                  • Trousdale County
                                                    • Williamson County
                                                      • Wilson County

                                                      Telephone Numbers

                                                      Number:
                                                      615-255-1010
                                                      Name:
                                                      Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                      Number:
                                                      866-836-6678
                                                      Name:
                                                      Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                      Click here to see this service (LH-0350) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                      Description

                                                      Greater Nashville Regional Council's is designated as the Area Agency of Aging and Disability (AAAD) by the Tennessee Commission on Aging & Disability (TCAD). The Greater Nashville AAAD is one of nine AAADs in Tennessee and one of over 600 across the country. The AAADs are part of an Aging Network of federal (Administration on Aging), state (TCAD) and local Provider agencies. The primary objective of the AAAD is to enhance the lives of older adults and individuals with disabilities by offering a range of services and support. Most services are provided through contract with local service provider agencies; however, some services are provided directly by the AAAD. While specific functions may vary based on local priorities and available resources, GNRC offers: • Free, Unbiased Medicare Counseling • Long-term Care for Low-Income Seniors • Family Caregiver Support • Legal Aid and Conservatorship • In-home Living Assistance and Meal Services • Transportation Services for Senior Adults

                                                      Hours

                                                      Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                      Required Documents

                                                      Call for details; documents required vary by service

                                                      Eligibility

                                                      Older adults and people with disabilities and those who care for them in the service area

                                                      Fees

                                                      Call for details.

                                                      Intake Procedure

                                                      Call for more information.

                                                      Service Area

                                                      Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                      Geography Served

                                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                      • Tennessee
                                                        • Cheatham County
                                                          • Davidson County
                                                            • Dickson County
                                                              • Houston County
                                                                • Humphreys County
                                                                  • Montgomery County
                                                                    • Robertson County
                                                                      • Rutherford County
                                                                        • Stewart County
                                                                          • Sumner County
                                                                            • Trousdale County
                                                                              • Williamson County
                                                                                • Wilson County

                                                                                Telephone Numbers

                                                                                Number:
                                                                                615-255-1010
                                                                                Name:
                                                                                Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                Number:
                                                                                866-836-6678
                                                                                Name:
                                                                                Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                Number:
                                                                                615-862-8840
                                                                                Name:
                                                                                Fax
                                                                                Number:
                                                                                615-862-8828
                                                                                Name:
                                                                                Main Office
                                                                                Click here to see this service (TD-1100.6500-050) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                Description

                                                                                The Greater Nashville Regional Council helps to promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community-based services on behalf of state and federal funding programs. The programs focus on connecting applicants to agencies that provide a range of life-sustaining support services, including assistive technology. The TennCare CHOICES Program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and meets the level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. Assistive technology are one of many services provided through TennCare CHOICES. OPTIONS for Community Living is a state-funded program that, like CHOICES, offers assistive technology. OPTIONS is considered a last-resort program for those who do not qualify for CHOICES. The first step to determining which program is right for an individual’s needs is to call the Information and Assistance hotline. During the first call to GNRC, a member of our Information and Assistance team will ask questions to learn more about the specific situation and needs. Depending on the type of service needed, an in-person assessment may be provided.

                                                                                Hours

                                                                                Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                Required Documents

                                                                                Call for more information; documents needed depend on services

                                                                                Eligibility

                                                                                To qualify for CHOICES, you must be a Tennessee resident who is 65 years of age or older, or 21 years of age or older with a physical disability and need the level of care provided in a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid long-term care. To be eligible for OPTIONS, the applicant must be a Tennessee resident who has difficulty caring for themselves or their home. If you are determined eligible for CHOICES or other programs, the OPTIONS program cannot provide services.

                                                                                Fees

                                                                                Program fees vary based on program eligibility and income level. Many services offered through GNRC are no-cost or have sliding scale fees. It costs you nothing to talk to trained counselors at GNRC.

                                                                                Intake Procedure

                                                                                Call for details.

                                                                                Service Area

                                                                                Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson counties.

                                                                                Geography Served

                                                                                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                • Tennessee
                                                                                  • Cheatham County
                                                                                    • Davidson County
                                                                                      • Dickson County
                                                                                        • Houston County
                                                                                          • Humphreys County
                                                                                            • Montgomery County
                                                                                              • Robertson County
                                                                                                • Rutherford County
                                                                                                  • Stewart County
                                                                                                    • Sumner County
                                                                                                      • Trousdale County
                                                                                                        • Williamson County
                                                                                                          • Wilson County

                                                                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                                          615-255-1010
                                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                                          Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                                          866-836-6678
                                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                                          Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                          Click here to see this service (LH-0650.0700) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                          Description

                                                                                                          Congregate meals, provide seniors with meals and the chance to socialize and participate in program activities with other seniors. A wide range of facilities host congregate meals throughout Middle Tennessee, including senior citizens centers, community centers and churches. The Greater Nashville Regional Councial (GNRC) is the Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD) and contracts congregate meal facilities on behalf of the Older Americans Act and Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability. GNRC contracts with the Metropolitan Government of Nashville (Metro Social Services) and Mid-Cumberland Human Resource Agency (Mid-Cumberland HRA) to offer congregate meals throughout GNRC’s 13 county service area.

                                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                                          Hours vary depending on where the meal is served. Call for details about the location near you.

                                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                                          Call for details

                                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                                          Adults over 60 years of age or older and their spouses. Priority is given to adults 60 years of age or older and their spouses at the greatest social and economic risk. Individuals with disabilities who accompany adults 60 years of age or older or who reside in housing facilities where congregate meals are provided are also eligible for congregate meals, regardless of age.

                                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                                          No eligible person shall be denied a meal due to their inability to pay. Participants can voluntarily contribute to the service's cost.

                                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                                          Call for details.

                                                                                                          Offered Outside of Physical Location

                                                                                                          Yes

                                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                                          Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                          • Tennessee
                                                                                                            • Cheatham County
                                                                                                              • Davidson County
                                                                                                                • Dickson County
                                                                                                                  • Houston County
                                                                                                                    • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                      • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                        • Robertson County
                                                                                                                          • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                            • Stewart County
                                                                                                                              • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                  • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                    • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                    Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                                                                    615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                                                                    Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                                                                    866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                                                                    Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                                                                    615-880-2292
                                                                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                                                                    Metro Social Services (Meals in Davidson County)
                                                                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                                                                    615-850-3919
                                                                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                                                                    Mid-Cumberland HRA (Meals outside Davidson County)
                                                                                                                                    Click here to see this service (BD-5000.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                    Description

                                                                                                                                    The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) facilitates the Public Guardianship for the Elderly Program and contracts local providers to provide legal assistance and Ombudsman services for the region’s older population. The Public Guardianship for the Elderly Program provides services for individuals assigned to the agency by the Circuit, Chancery and Probate Court system. The program provides services to those persons 60 years of age and older who due to physical or mental limitations, are unable to meet the essential requirements of their physical health or to manage essential aspects of their financial resources, and have no family member, friend, or corporation willing or able to act on their behalf. For seniors looking for legal services, GNRC contracts with the Legal Aid Society of Middle TN and The Cumberlands (Legal Aid). Legal advice and representation are provided by an attorney to people age 60 and over to secure and maintain public benefits, to resolve consumer problems and other situations requiring the intervention of an attorney. Those interested in this service can contact Legal Aid directly by calling 1-800-238-1443 or GNRC's Information and Assistance Hotline for a referral. GNRC contracts with Mid-Cumberland Human Resource Agency (MCHRA) to provide Long-Term Care Ombudsman services for the 13-county Greater Nashville region. Long-Term Care Ombudsmen are advocates for residents of nursing homes, homes for the aged, assisted-living facilities and similar adult care facilities. They provide information and work to resolve problems or complaints of individual residents. The Ombudsman can also assist prospective residents or family members to find a facility that best meets the needs of the prospective resident. Those interested in this service can contact MCHRA directly by calling 615-331-6033 or GNRC's Information and Assistance Hotline for a referral.

                                                                                                                                    Hours

                                                                                                                                    Hours vary by service provider. GNRC’s information and assistance hotline operates Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                    Required Documents

                                                                                                                                    Call for details

                                                                                                                                    Eligibility

                                                                                                                                    Persons 60 years of age or older and their families are welcome to contact GNRC’s information and assistance hotline to learn more about the programs and services available for them.

                                                                                                                                    Fees

                                                                                                                                    Call for details.

                                                                                                                                    Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                    Call GNRC hotline, MCHRA Ombudsman or Legal Services of Middle TN & Cumberlands for more information

                                                                                                                                    Service Area

                                                                                                                                    Persons 60 years of age or older and their families are welcome to contact GNRC’s information and assistance hotline to learn more about the programs and services available for them.

                                                                                                                                    Geography Served

                                                                                                                                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                    • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                      • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                        • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                          • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                            • Houston County
                                                                                                                                              • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                  • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                    • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                      • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                        • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                          • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                            • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                              • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                              Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                              Number:
                                                                                                                                                              615-244-6610
                                                                                                                                                              Name:
                                                                                                                                                              Legal Aid Society of Middle TN and the Cumberlands
                                                                                                                                                              Number:
                                                                                                                                                              615-850-3918
                                                                                                                                                              Name:
                                                                                                                                                              Mid-Cumberland HRA Ombudsman
                                                                                                                                                              Click here to see this service (FT-2450) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                              Description

                                                                                                                                                              The Greater Nashville Regional Council provides a range of resources and support programs that assist families and informal caregivers in caring for their loved ones at home for as long as possible. These supports include: • Referrals, educational resources, and funding to support the needs of caregivers. • Referrals to available services, support groups, counseling services • Education for those caring for someone experiencing Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, or any related neurological condition. • Funding for respite care or enrichment programs including, adult daycare, in-home or personal care respite, transportation, caregiver reimbursement, or after-school, tutoring, and camps.

                                                                                                                                                              Hours

                                                                                                                                                              Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                              Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                              Call for details.

                                                                                                                                                              Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                              To be eligible for support services, the caregiver must meet one or more of the criteria below. • An adult family member (age 18 years or older) or other adult providing informal care to individuals 60 years of age or older. • An adult family member or other adult providing informal care to individuals of any age with Alzheimer’s disease or related disorders. • A caregiver age 55 or older providing care to an adult (ages 18-59) with disabilities. • A grandparent or relative 55 years of age or older who is the primary caregiver to a child related by blood, marriage, or adoption * Eligibility for services and support may depend on additional criteria such as living arrangements, income level, diagnosis, and conditions. To learn more about the programs and services through GNRC, and detailed eligibility requirements, call our Information and Assistance Helpline.

                                                                                                                                                              Fees

                                                                                                                                                              Program fees vary based on program eligibility and income level. Many services offered through GNRC are no-cost or have sliding scale fees.

                                                                                                                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                              Call the hotline.

                                                                                                                                                              Service Area

                                                                                                                                                              Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                              Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                              • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                  • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                    • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                      • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                        • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                          • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                            • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                              • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                    • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                        Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                        Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                        615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                        Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                        Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                        Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                        866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                        Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                        Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                        Click here to see this service (NL-3000.1900) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Description

                                                                                                                                                                                        Home-delivered Nutrition Services, commonly referred to as Meals on Wheels, provide meals and related nutrition to older individuals who are homebound due to illness, disability, or isolation. The goals of these programs are to help older individuals maintain their independence in their own home, prioritizing individuals at the greatest social and economic risk. At minimum, home-delivered meals are provided five (5) or more days a week. Home deliveries may include more than one meal for each day’s consumption if the participant can safely store the meals. These meals may consist of hot, cold, frozen, dried, canned, fresh foods and any supplemental goods for any additional meals. GNRC contracts with the Metropolitan Government of Nashville (Metro Social Services) and Mid-Cumberland Human Resource Agency (Mid-Cumberland HRA) to offer congregate meals throughout GNRC’s 13 county service area..

                                                                                                                                                                                        Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                        Hours vary. Call for details in your area.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                        Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                        Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                        Adults over 60 years of age or older who are physically or mentally unable to obtain and prepare meals, who are without support to have meals prepared for them, or are frail, or homebound or otherwise isolated. Such distinctions require documentation to match eligibility requirements. Spouses of eligible participants in the home-delivery program can also be eligible for home-delivered meals if it is in the best interest of the home-bound participant. Non-elderly people with disabilities who live in non-institutional households with an eligible participant can also receive home-delivered meals if it is in the best interest of the home-bound participants.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                        No eligible person shall be denied a meal due to their inability to pay. Participants can voluntarily contribute to the service's costs.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                        Call for details.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Offered Outside of Physical Location

                                                                                                                                                                                        Yes

                                                                                                                                                                                        Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                        Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                        Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                            • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                              • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  615-880-2292
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Metro Social Services (Meals in Davidson County)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  615-850-3919
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Mid-Cumberland HRA (Meals outside Davidson County)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Click here to see this service (BD-5000.3500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) helps to promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community-based services on behalf of state and federal funding programs. The programs focus on connecting applicants to agencies that provide a range of life-sustaining support services, including personal care visits and homemaker services. The TennCare CHOICES Program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and meets the level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. Personal care visits and homemaker services are some of the many services provided through TennCare CHOICES. OPTIONS for Community Living is a state-funded program that, like CHOICES, offers personal care and homemaker services. OPTIONS is considered a last-resort program for those who do not qualify for CHOICES. The first step to determining which program is right for an individual’s needs is to call the Information and Assistance hotline. During the initial call, a member of GNRC’s Information and Assistance team will ask questions to learn more about the specific situation and needs. Depending on the type of service needed, an in-person assessment may be provided.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  To qualify for CHOICES, you must be a Tennessee resident who is 65 years of age or older, or 21 years of age or older with a physical disability and need the level of care provided in a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid long-term care. To be eligible for OPTIONS, the applicant must be a Tennessee resident who has difficulty caring for themselves or their home. If you are determined eligible for CHOICES or other programs, the OPTIONS program cannot provide services.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Program fees vary based on program eligibility and income level.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Call the hotline for initial assessment

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Click here to see this service (PH-3300.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            OPTIONS for Community Living Program - This program provides support in the home environment that would enable a person to remain in their home. Types of service may include homemaking, personal care, and home-delivered meals. The Options program does not have the capacity to provide around-the-clock assistance. The amount of assistance is limited and will only provide what is needed for minimal support in the home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Call for details.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            60 years of age and older or a physically disabled adult over the age of 18. The applicant must have difficulty caring for themselves or their home. You must be a resident of Tennessee and must meet limitation requirements for activities of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, maintaining continence, etc.) and instrumental activities of daily living (i.e. transportation, meal preparation, housework, managing medication, etc.). The Options for Community Living Program is considered the resource of last resort. If you are determined eligible for CHOICES or other programs, the Options program cannot provide services.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            There is no income eligibility requirement for this program; however, there is a cost share, a sliding scale fee, if your income is above a certain level.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Call the hotline. If a person meets eligibility guidelines, they will be added to the waiting list.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Click here to see this service (PH-3300) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The Greater Nashville Regional Council provides Medicare information, education, and counseling through the Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program (TNSHIP). TNSHIP offers unbiased, objective information free of cost to Medicare beneficiaries and to the community at large. The goal of TNSHIP is to assess, inform, advocate, protect, educate, and empower Medicare beneficiaries. SHIP along with the AAAD work closely with the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) to help detect Medicare fraud. SMP helps Medicare and beneficiaries avoid, detect, and report fraudulent practices. They protect beneficiaries and help preserve the integrity of the Medicare program by recovering and avoiding the billions of dollars typically lost to health care fraud each year.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Anyone who believes they have encountered Medicare fraud or suspected fraud are encouraged to contact the TNSHIP hotline (877-801-0044).

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      No fee.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Call the TNSHIP hotline

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                877-801-0044
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                TNSHIP Medicare Counseling and Information
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Click here to see this service (FN-1700.3350-550) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                The Greater Nashville Regional Council is part of a national network of State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP). SHIP is a Federal Administration for Community Living (ACL) grant program that helps states enhance and support Medicare beneficiaries through local programs, staff and volunteer counselors. GNRC’s Medicare Counselors provide free, confidential, and non-biased information to Medicare beneficiaries, their representatives and those who will soon be eligible for Medicare.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Medicare beneficiaries and those who are interested in Medicare

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                No fee.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Call the TNSHIP hotline (877) 801-0044

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          877-801-0044
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          TNSHIP Medicare Counseling and Information
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Click here to see this service (LH-3500.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Greater Nashville Regional Council helps to promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community-based services on behalf of state and federal funding programs. The programs focus on connecting applicants to agencies that provide a range of life-sustaining support services, including personal emergency response systems (PERS). The TennCare CHOICES Program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and meets the level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. PERS are one of many services provided through TennCare CHOICES. OPTIONS for Community Living is a state-funded program that, like CHOICES, offers PERS. OPTIONS is considered a last-resort program for those who do not qualify for CHOICES. The first step to determining which program is right for an individual’s needs is to call the Information and Assistance hotline. During the first call to GNRC, a member of our Information and Assistance team will ask questions to learn more about the specific situation and needs. Depending on the type of service needed, an in-person assessment may be provided.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          To qualify for CHOICES, you must be a Tennessee resident who is 65 years of age or older, or 21 years of age or older with a physical disability and need the level of care provided in a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid long-term care. To be eligible for OPTIONS, the applicant must be a Tennessee resident who has difficulty caring for themselves or their home. If you are determined eligible for CHOICES or other programs, the OPTIONS program cannot provide services.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Greater Nashville Regional Council helps to promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community-based services on behalf of state and federal funding programs. The programs focus on connecting applicants to agencies that provide a range of life-sustaining support services, including personal emergency response systems (PERS). The TennCare CHOICES Program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and meets the level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. PERS are one of many services provided through TennCare CHOICES. OPTIONS for Community Living is a state-funded program that, like CHOICES, offers PERS. OPTIONS is considered a last-resort program for those who do not qualify for CHOICES. The first step to determining which program is right for an individual’s needs is to call the Information and Assistance hotline. During the first call to GNRC, a member of our Information and Assistance team will ask questions to learn more about the specific situation and needs. Depending on the type of service needed, an in-person assessment may be provided.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Call the hotline

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Click here to see this service (PH-1800.6260) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) helps to promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community-based services on behalf of state and federal funding programs. The programs focus on connecting applicants to agencies that provide a range of life-sustaining support services, including personal care visits and homemaker services. The TennCare CHOICES Program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and meets the level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. Personal care visits and homemaker services are some of the many services provided through TennCare CHOICES. OPTIONS for Community Living is a state-funded program that, like CHOICES, offers personal care and homemaker services. OPTIONS is considered a last-resort program for those who do not qualify for CHOICES. The first step to determining which program is right for an individual’s needs is to call the Information and Assistance hotline. During the initial call, a member of GNRC’s Information and Assistance team will ask questions to learn more about the specific situation and needs. Depending on the type of service needed, an in-person assessment may be provided.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    To qualify for CHOICES, you must be a Tennessee resident who is 65 years of age or older, or 21 years of age or older with a physical disability and need the level of care provided in a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid long-term care. To be eligible for OPTIONS, the applicant must be a Tennessee resident who has difficulty caring for themselves or their home. If you are determined eligible for CHOICES or other programs, the OPTIONS program cannot provide services.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Program fees vary based on program eligibility and income level.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Click here to see this service (PH-3300.6500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) provides free Medicare counseling and acts as the single point of entry for TennCare Medicaid’s long term care program called CHOICES. GNRC is part of a national network of State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP). SHIP is a Federal Administration for Community Living (ACL) grant program that helps states enhance and support Medicare beneficiaries through local programs, staff, and volunteer counselors. GNRC’s Medicare Counselors provide free, confidential, and non-biased information to Medicare beneficiaries, their representatives and those who will soon be eligible for Medicare. GNRC helps to promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community-based services on behalf of TennCare CHOICES. This program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and meets the level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. These programs are intended to empower seniors, disabled adults, and other targeted populations to remain independent in their home and/or community for as long as possible.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Medicare beneficiaries and those who are interested in Medicare or who may be eligible for TennCare

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              No Fee for information

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Call the hotline or TNSHIP number

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        877-801-0044
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        TNSHIP Medicare Counseling and Information
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Click here to see this service (NL-5000.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        TennCare CHOICES in Long-Term Care is TennCare's program for long-term care services. Long-term care includes help doing everyday activities that you may not be able to do for yourself as you grow older, or if you have a physical disability. These are things like bathing, dressing, and preparing meals. Long-term care can be provided in a nursing home. Long-term care can also be provided at home, in the community, or in residential places like Assisted Living Facilities. Services to help a person stay at home or in the community are called Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). The care you receive in CHOICES depends on your needs. CHOICES Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) may cover personal care visits, attendant care, homemaker services, home delivered meals, personal emergency response systems, adult day care, in home respite care, inpatient respite care, assistive technology, minor home modifications, pest control, community-based residential alternative and nursing home care.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        To qualify for CHOICES, you must need the level of care provided in a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid long-term care. To qualify for CHOICES HCBS, you must be 65 years of age or older OR be 21 years of age and have a physical disability

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Call for details.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Call the aging and disability helpline.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Click here to see this service (NL-5000.5000-800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  The Greater Nashville Regional Council provides funding to senior centers across Middle Tennessee to support programs and services for older adults. Each GNRC contracted senior center offers telephone reassurance, providing comfort and connection while preventing loneliness for older adults who may otherwise be at risk for social isolation. Older adults looking to enroll in telephone reassurance services can call the GNRC information and assistance hotline to find a senior center near them.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Hours vary by local senior center; call for more details or to find your closest senior center

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Call for details

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Older adults and people with disabilities and those who care for them in the service area.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  No Fee

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Call the hotline.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson and Wilson counties.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            615-255-1010
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Aging & Disability Helpline (metro Nashville area)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Number:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            866-836-6678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Aging & Disability Helpline (Tollfree)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Click here to see this service (PH-1800.8500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Description

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Volunteers are an important part of the work the Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) does in the communities across the region. GNRC offers a variety of opportunities for those willing to share their time with us, including: • Volunteer Medicare Counseling • Friendly Visitors for Guardianship Clients • Letter writing campaign to seniors and disabled individuals in nursing homes. • Information and Assistance hotline volunteers • Communications and Administrative volunteers Background screenings, initial and annual training may be required based on the volunteer opportunity and are provided for free by GNRC. To view current volunteer opportunities or sign up to become a volunteer, visit gnrc.galaxydigital.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Hours

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Required Documents

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            See application or call for details.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Eligibility

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Adults are welcome to volunteer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            No Fee

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            To sign up to become a volunteer, visit gnrc.galaxydigital.com or call Rebecca Nofi at (615) 891-5876

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Service Area

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Middle TN

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Geography Served

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Tennessee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Cheatham County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Davidson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Dickson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Houston County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Humphreys County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Montgomery County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Robertson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rutherford County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Stewart County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sumner County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Trousdale County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Williamson County
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Wilson County

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Contact

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Name:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Rebecca Nofi
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Title:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Volunteer & Community Engagement Manager
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Phone:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      615-891-5876
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Email:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      rnofi@gnrc.org
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Click here to see this service (PX) and related services within the Service Tree.

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