Metro Action Commission

Description

Classes are provided for adults ages 18 years old or older (or 17 years old with high school waiver) in preparation for the GED/HiSet exam. Graduates of the program participate in a graduation ceremony acknowledging the official completion of the program. Graduates of the program are eligible to participate in the agency's College Prep Program, which provides college admission support, covers the cost of college application fees and a portion of book expenses. Participants may also take part in MAC 4 Jobs, which provides free job training and English as a Second Language classes.

Hours

Orientation is held every first Thursday of the month 8:15 am - 9:00 am; classes are Mon - Thu 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Eligibility

Adults 18 years or older (or 17 years old with a high school waiver)

Fees

No fee. Regularly attending students are eligible to receive bus passes and weekly stipends. Students also receive class study materials.

Intake Procedure

Call for more information.

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Description

Metro Action Commission will provide a free fan and/or air conditioner to eligible families between May and August, depending upon availability.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Persons over 60, disabled residents with medical conditions affected by extreme heat conditions or families with children under five will need to provide household information and/or medical documentation to receive a fan or air conditioner. Call for details.

Eligibility

The elderly, families with children under five years old and disabled residents with medical conditions that are affected by extreme heat conditions

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Complete the online application (Nashville.gov/MAC) or call (615) 862-8860 ext 70120 for more information.

Service Area

Davidson County

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Description

The Early Head Start (EHS) program is for low-income infants, toddlers, pregnant women and their families. EHS programs enhance children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development and help pregnant women to access comprehensive prenatal and postpartum care. In addition to addressing the immediate health and wellbeing of the child and parent, the program also prioritizes the family's economic security and educational success as they are beginning or adding to their family. Early Head Start and Head Start families may also take part in MAC 4 Jobs, which provides free job training and English as a Second Language classes.

Hours

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

Required Documents

Proof of Family Income, Insurance Cards, Social Security Cards, Child's Birth Certificate, Shot Record, and Current Well Baby physical.

Eligibility

Infants and toddlers 0 to 3 years old whose families meet the Federal Poverty Guidelines. If the child has a diagnosed disability that affects their ability to learn and has an IFSP, the family is not required to meet the income guidelines.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Call for information.

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Description

Metro Action Commission provides assistance with mortgage, rent, delinquent property taxes, water bills, gas bills, electric bills, prescriptions, special diet foods, and medical supplies. Also assists with propane, wood, kerosene, and coal if a home is heated with those energy sources.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Required Documents: 1) 12-month billing history from the utility provider and current month's utility bill 2) Proof of household income 3) Social security cards for each household member 4) Verification of the reason for the change in household income

Eligibility

Davidson County residents who meet Federal Poverty Guidelines and other requirements. Assistance is available once per program year (July to June) for eligible households. Must be 65 years or older or have lost income within the last 60 days. Utilities must be in active status; cannot assist with disconnected utilities.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Walk in or call to schedule an appointment with an eligibility counselor.

Service Area

Residents of Davidson County

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Description

Metro Action Commission will provide a free fan and/or air conditioner to eligible families between May and August, depending upon availability.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Persons over 60, disabled residents with medical conditions affected by extreme heat conditions or with children under five will need to provide household information and medical documentation if applicable to receive a fan or air conditioner. Call for details.

Eligibility

The elderly, families with children under five years old and disabled residents with medical conditions that are affected by extreme heat conditions

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Complete the online application (Nashville.gov/MAC) or call (615-862-8860 ext 70120) for more information.

Service Area

Davidson County

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

Metro Action Commission provides assistance with mortgage, rent, delinquent property taxes, water bills, prescriptions, special diet foods, and medical supplies. Also assists with propane, wood, kerosene, and coal if a home is heated with those energy sources.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Required Documents: 1) 12-month billing statement from the utility and current month's bill 2) Proof of household income 3) Social security cards for each household member 4) Verification of the reason for the change in household income

Eligibility

Davidson County residents who meet Federal Poverty Guidelines and other requirements. Assistance is available once per program year (July to June) for eligible households. Must be 65 years or older or have lost income within the last 60 days. Cannot assist with disconnected utilities.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Walk in or call to schedule an appointment with an eligibility counselor.

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Description

The Metropolitan Action Commission Head Start Program of Nashville and Davidson County provides pre-school/pre-K education at no cost to income eligible families with children ages 3-5 years old. There are 7 Head Start Centers throughout Nashville. Early Head Start and Head Start families may also take part in MAC 4 Jobs, which provides free job training and English as a Second Language classes.

Hours

Administrative offices: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Head Start centers are open Mon - Fri 6:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Required Documents

Proof of Family Income, Insurance Cards, Social Security Cards, Child's Birth Certificate, Shot Record, and Current well child physical.

Eligibility

Children 3 to 5 years old whose families meet the Federal Poverty Guidelines. If the child has a diagnosed disability that affects their ability to learn and has an IFSP, the family is not required to meet the income guidelines.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Call for information.

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

Metro Action Commission provides assistance with mortgage, rent, delinquent property taxes, water bills, prescriptions, special diet foods, and medical supplies. Also assists with propane, wood, kerosene, and coal if a home is heated with those energy sources.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Required Documents: 1) 12-month billing statement from the utility service and current month's utility bill 2) Proof of household income 3) Social security cards for each household member 4) Verification of the reason for the change in household income

Eligibility

Davidson County residents who meet Federal Poverty Guidelines and other requirements. Assistance is available once per program year (July to June) for eligible households. Must be 65 years or older or have lost income within the last 60 days. Cannot assist with disconnected utilities.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Walk in or call to schedule an appointment with an eligibility counselor.

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

Classes are provided for adults ages 18 years old or older (or 17 years old with high school waiver) in preparation for the GED/HiSet exam. Graduates of the program participate in a graduation ceremony acknowledging the official completion of the program. Graduates of the program are eligible to participate in the agency's College Prep Program, which provides college admission support, covers the cost of college application fees and a portion of book expenses.

Hours

Orientation is held every first Thursday of the month 8:15 am - 9:00 am; classes are Mon - Thu 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Eligibility

Adults 18 years or older (or 17 years old with a high school waiver)

Fees

No fee. Regularly attending students are eligible to receive bus passes and weekly stipends. Students also receive class study materials.

Intake Procedure

Call for more information.

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

Metro Action Commission provides assistance with mortgage, rent, delinquent property taxes, water bills, prescriptions, special diet foods, and medical supplies.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Required Documents: 1) Copy of lease or Letter from landlord stating the amount due 2) Proof of household income 3) Social security cards for each household member 4) Verification of the reason for the change in household income

Eligibility

Davidson County residents who meet Federal Poverty Guidelines and other requirements. Assistance is available once per program year (July to June) for eligible households. Must be 65 years or older or have lost income within the last 60 days.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Walk in or call to schedule an appointment with an eligibility counselor.

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

Metro Action Commission provides assistance with mortgage, rent, delinquent property taxes, water bills, prescriptions, special diet foods, and medical supplies.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Required Documents: 1) Documentation of prescription and cost 2) Proof of household income 3) Social security cards for each household member 4) Verification of the reason for the change in household income

Eligibility

Davidson County residents who meet Federal Poverty Guidelines and other requirements. Assistance is available once per program year (July to June) for eligible households. Must be 65 years or older or have lost income within the last 60 days.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Walk in or call to schedule an appointment with an eligibility counselor.

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

Metro Action Commission provides assistance with mortgage, rent, delinquent property taxes, water bills, prescriptions, special diet foods, and medical supplies.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Required Documents: 1) Delinquent property tax notice stating the amount due 2) Proof of household income 3) Social security cards for each household member 4) Verification of the reason for the change in household income

Eligibility

Davidson County residents who meet Federal Poverty Guidelines and other requirements. Assistance is available once per program year (July to June) for eligible households. Must be 65 years or older or have lost income within the last 60 days.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Walk in or call to schedule an appointment with an eligibility counselor.

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

Metro Action Commission provides assistance with mortgage, rent, delinquent property taxes, water bills, prescriptions, special diet foods, and medical supplies.

Hours

Mon - Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Required Documents

Required Documents: 1) Copy of lease or Letter from landlord stating the amount due 2) Proof of household income 3) Social security cards for each household member 4) Verification of the reason for the change in household income 5) If formerly homeless, a written referral from an agency familiar with their situation

Eligibility

Davidson County residents who meet Federal Poverty Guidelines and other requirements. Assistance is available once per program year (July to June) for eligible households. Must be 65 years or older, have recently secured housing after being homeless, or have lost income within the last 60 days. Formerly homeless clients must be referred by a community agency familiar with their situation.

Fees

No fee.

Intake Procedure

Walk in or call to schedule an appointment with an eligibility counselor.

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

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