Cooperative Outreach for Personal Emergencies
Address
810 S Main Street
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-1465
AKA:
C.O.P.E. of Robertson County; COPE; Cooperative Outreach for Personal Emergencies, Inc.
Description:
Assists Robertson County residents with personal emergencies, such as needing rent, utility, or prescription assistance. Also provides a thrift store to the public.
Hours:
Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Intake Process:
Walk in on Tuesday morning at 10:00 am to make an appointment. Appointments will be made for Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of that week. Only call to make an appointment if you cannot walk in on Tuesday morning.
Clients will need to bring:
* Social Security Cards for all members of the household
* Proof of address
* Proof of income for previous months
* Proof of expenses for past month (e.g food, medical)
Program Fees:
No fee
Eligibility:
Residents of Robertson County
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
October 14, 2024
Wishlist:
Gently used clean clothes, books, dishes, small appliances, and small furniture. Donations can only be received during open hours. Furniture weight cannot exceed what one individual can lift. The agency regrets that it cannot accept TVs, computers, VHS tapes, mattresses, large furniture and most items > 50 lbs.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer needs include cashiers, interviewers, and storeroom workers.
Year Incorporated:
1983
Address Listings
Mailing
PO Box 732
Springfield, TN 37172
Physical (Primary)
810 S Main Street
Springfield, TN 37172
Contacts
Mrs. Jo Anne Cyprus
Primary Contact
Executive Director
Phone Numbers
Main
(615) 384-1465
Accessibility:
Wheelchair access through the back door
Services
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Description
Provides all or a portion of a utility bill for low-income Robertson County residents whose utilities have been or are at risk of being shut off. Assistance can only be provided once every 12 months. Assistance for past due bills from previous residency can only be provided within 1 month of residing at new residence. Cannot assist with reconnection fees or deposits. Cannot assist with utilities if already assisting with rent during the 9-month period.
Hours
Tue - Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Required Documents
Clients will need to bring: * Drivers License * Social Security Cards for all members of household * Proof of address * Proof of income for past month * Proof of expenses for past month (e.g food, medical, etc.) * Utility bill needing help with
Eligibility
Residents of Robertson County
Fees
No fee
Intake Procedure
Walk-in on Tuesday morning at 10:00 am to make an appointment. Appointments will be made for Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. Call only if you cannot walk in to make an appointment.
Service Area
Robertson County
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Robertson County
- Robertson County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides all or a portion of a utility bill for low-income Robertson County residents whose utilities have been or are at risk of being shut off. Assistance can only be provided once every 12 months. Assistance for past due bills from previous residency can only be provided within 1 month of residing at new residence. Cannot assist with reconnection fees or deposits. Cannot assist with utilities if already assisting with rent during the 9-month period.
Hours
Tue - Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Required Documents
Clients will need to bring: * Driver License * Social Security Cards for all members of household * Proof of address * Proof of income for past month * Proof of expenses for past month (e.g food, medical, etc.) * Utility bill needing help with
Eligibility
Residents of Robertson County
Fees
No fee
Intake Procedure
Walk-in on Tuesday morning at 10:00 am to make an appointment. Appointments will be made for Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. Call only if you cannot walk in to make an appointment.
Service Area
Robertson County
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Robertson County
- Robertson County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides limited financial assistance with obtaining prescription medications. Client's hospital or doctor must be in Robertson County.
Hours
Tue - Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Required Documents
Clients will need to bring: * Driver License * Social Security Cards for all members of the household * Proof of address * Proof of income * Proof of expenses for past month (e.g food, medical) * Proof of prescription needed
Eligibility
Residents of Robertson County
Fees
No fee
Intake Procedure
Walk in on Tuesday morning at 10:00 am to make an appointment. Appointments will be made for Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of that week. Only call to make an appointment if you cannot walk in on Tuesday morning.
Service Area
Robertson County
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Robertson County
- Robertson County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Assists with rental payments for people who are at risk of eviction, meet eligibility requirements, and are not receiving other assistance. Cannot assist with rent if already assisting with utilities.
Hours
Tue - Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Required Documents
Clients will need to bring: * Driver License * Social Security Cards for all members of the household * Proof of address * Proof of income * Proof of expenses for past month (e.g food, medical)
Eligibility
Residents of Robertson County
Fees
No fee
Intake Procedure
Walk in on Tuesday morning at 10:00 am to make an appointment. Appointments will be made for Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of that week. Only call to make an appointment if you cannot walk in on Tuesday morning.
Service Area
Robertson County
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Robertson County
- Robertson County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Thrift store open to public. Sells, clothes, some small furniture, and small household items at modest prices.
Hours
Thrift Store Hours: Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Required Documents
No documents required
Eligibility
Open to all
Fees
Modest prices for store items
Intake Procedure
Walk in
Service Area
Robertson County and surrounding area
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Robertson County
- Robertson County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides all or a portion of a utility bill for low-income Robertson County residents whose utilities have been or are at risk of being shut off. Assistance can only be provided once every 12 months. Assistance for past due bills from previous residency can only be provided within 1 month of residing at new residence. Cannot assist with reconnection fees or deposits. Cannot assist with utilities if already assisting with rent during the 9-month period.
Hours
Tue - Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Required Documents
Clients will need to bring: * Driver License * Social Security Cards for all members of household * Proof of address * Proof of income for past month * Proof of expenses for past month (e.g food, medical, etc.) * Utility bill needing help with
Eligibility
Residents of Robertson County
Fees
No fee
Intake Procedure
Walk-in on Tuesday morning at 10:00 am to make an appointment. Appointments will be made for Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. Call only if you cannot walk in to make an appointment.
Service Area
Robertson County
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Robertson County
- Robertson County
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Telephone Numbers
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