Community Helpers of Rutherford County

Address

1809 Memorial Boulevard
Suite D
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

(615) 898-0617

www.chorctn.org/

AKA:

CHORC; Access Rutherford

Description:

Provides financial assistance on a yearly basis to residents of Rutherford County. The agency assists with rent, utilities (electric, water and gas bills). Will also assist with past due bills for current residence and prescription assistance.

Hours:

Tue, Wed, Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Closed for Lunch 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm). Appointments preferred but will take walk-ins if available.

Medicine Hours:
9:00 to 11:30 am and 1:30 to 3:30 pm
(No appointment necessary for medicine applicants)

Intake Process:

Call for appointment; requiers proof of income for all adults in the home for the last 30 days; state-issued ID for head of household only; Social Security cards for all household members; documentation of crisis; proof of residency (Rutherford County only)


Clients call for appointments, take walk ins if room available. Intake process assesses need, and then the client visits with a caseworker who determines the next steps. All application forms are available on the website. Applicants must provide required documents via mail or email (scan) prior to the next phone interview. Eligibility interviews may take 30 minutes.
Note: If requesting rental assistance, stop by the office and request a rent documentation form that needs to be completed by property manager/landlord or print this off from the website.

Program Fees:

No fee

Eligibility:

Must be a resident of Rutherford County for at least 6 months and income cannot exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

March 21, 2024

Wishlist:

Emergency hygiene & food packages

Volunteer Opportunities:

Post-services survey phone calls
Assist with fundraisers

Employer ID:

581483422

Year Incorporated:

1981

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

1809 Memorial Boulevard
Suite D
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Contacts

Melissa Branchau

Primary Contact

Executive Director

(615) 898-0617 x102

chorcdirect@chorctn.org

Phone Numbers

Main

(615) 898-0617

Description

Financial assistance for electric services are provided on a yearly basis. Will also provide assistance for past due bills at the applicants current address. A disconnect notice is not required.

Hours

Tue, Wed, Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed for Lunch 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm

Required Documents

*Proof of income for all adults in the home *Social Security Cards for all household members *Documentation of crisis *Proof of residency (Rutherford County only)

Eligibility

A resident of Rutherford County for at least 6 months and income cannot exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines.

Fees

No fee

Intake Procedure

Applicants may apply via website www.chorctn.org or *Call to obtain needed documents for the application *Make appointment *Complete application on site and provide verification Note: Emergency walk ins are assisted on a case by case basis.

Languages

Clients in need of an interpreter should have an interpreter accompany them or notify the agency prior to arrival to determine if one is available.

Service Area

Residents of Rutherford County

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
    • Rutherford County

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    615-898-0617
    Name:
    Main
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-180) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Special Notes/Funding

    ATMOS Share The Warmth partner

    Description

    Financial assistance for gas services are provided on a yearly basis. Will also provide assistance for past due bills at the applicants current address. A disconnect notice is not required.

    Availability

    Office Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8am-12, 1pm-4pm

    Hours

    Tue, Wed, Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed for Lunch 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm

    Required Documents

    *Proof of income for all adults in the home *Social Security Cards for all household members *Documentation of crisis *Proof of residency (Rutherford County only)

    Eligibility

    Must be a resident of Rutherford County for at least 6 months and income cannot exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines.

    Fees

    No fee

    Intake Procedure

    Applicants may submit online thru website www.chorctn.org *Call to obtain needed documents for the application *Make appointment *Complete application on site and provide verification Note: Emergency walk ins are assisted on a case by case basis.

    Languages

    Clients in need of an interpreter should have an interpreter accompany them or notify the agency prior to arrival to determine if one is available.

    Service Area

    Residents of Rutherford County

    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
      • Rutherford County

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      615-898-0617
      Name:
      Main
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-250) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      Financial assistance with prescription costs on an annual basis.

      Hours

      Medicine Hours: 9:00 to 11:30 am and 1:30 to 3:30 pm (No appointment necessary for medicine applicants)

      Required Documents

      *Proof of income for all adults in the home *Social Security Cards for all household members *Documentation of crisis *Proof of residency (Rutherford County only)

      Eligibility

      A resident of Rutherford County for at least 6 months and income cannot exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines.

      Fees

      No fee

      Intake Procedure

      Applicants may apply via website www.chorctn.org or: *Call to obtain needed documents for the application *Make appointment *Complete application on site and provide verification Note: Emergency walk ins are assisted on a case by case basis.

      Languages

      Clients in need of an interpreter should have an interpreter accompany them or notify the agency prior to arrival to determine if one is available.

      Service Area

      Residents of Rutherford County

      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
        • Rutherford County

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        615-898-0617
        Name:
        Main
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-5100.6500) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Special Notes/Funding

        Depending upon eligibility & funds available, applicant may receive max one month rent assistance

        Description

        Financial assistance for rent services are provided on a yearly basis.

        Availability

        Office Hours Tues.-Thurs. 8am-12, 1pm-4pm

        Hours

        Tue, Wed, Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed for Lunch 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm

        Required Documents

        *Proof of income for all adults in the home *Social Security Cards for all household members *Documentation of crisis *Proof of residents (Rutherford County only) Single Family Dwelling rentals. quad non-eligible Note: If requesting rental assistance, stop by the office and request a rent documentation form that needs to be completed by property manager/landlord.

        Eligibility

        Must be a resident of Rutherford County for at least 6 months and income cannot exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines.

        Fees

        No fee

        Intake Procedure

        Applicants must: *Call to obtain needed documents for the application *Make appointment *Complete application on site and provide verification Note: Emergency walk ins are assisted on a case by case basis.

        Languages

        Clients in need of an interpreter should have an interpreter accompany them or notify the agency prior to arrival to determine if one is available.

        Service Area

        Residents of Rutherford County

        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
          • Rutherford County

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          615-898-0617
          Name:
          Main
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-3800.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Special Notes/Funding

          Partner of United Way Greater Nashville, The Family Collective initiative program grant funded thru Dept. Human Services

          Description

          The Family Collective Empowerment program provides financial assistance & wrap-around resources services coordinated by a Family Coach for low-income families at risk of homelessness working toward a common goal of independent financial stability.

          Availability

          Eligibility determined per individual case

          Hours

          Mon - Fri 8:00 am - Noon; 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

          Required Documents

          Proof of Income State ID

          Eligibility

          Resident of Rutherford County Income 185% or less of Federal Poverty Guidelines Families at risk homelessness

          Fees

          No Fee

          Intake Procedure

          Applicants meet w/Family Coach to complete application w/submission of required documents to verify eligibility.

          Languages

          Translator services available with request prior to appointment.

          Service Area

          Rutherford County, offices-Murfreesboro & Smyrna, 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
            • Rutherford County

            Telephone Numbers

            Number:
            615-898-0617
            Name:
            Main
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (NT-8900) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Special Notes/Funding

            CHORC is a customer cares partner with Consolidated Utility Services & Murfreesboro Water & Resource Dept., upon availability of funds

            Description

            Financial assistance for water services are provided on a yearly basis. Will also provide assistance for past due bills at the applicants current address. A disconnect notice is not required.

            Hours

            Tue, Wed, Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed for Lunch 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm

            Required Documents

            *Proof of income for all adults in the home *Social Security Cards for all household members *Documentation of crisis *Proof of residency (Rutherford County only)

            Eligibility

            Must be a resident of Rutherford County for at least 6 months and income cannot exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines.

            Fees

            No fee

            Intake Procedure

            Applicants may apply online thru website www.chorctn.org or *Call to obtain needed documents for the application *Make appointment *Complete application on site and provide verification Note: Emergency walk ins are assisted on a case by case basis.

            Languages

            Clients in need of an interpreter should have an interpreter accompany them or notify the agency prior to arrival to determine if one is available.

            Service Area

            Residents of Rutherford County

            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
              • Rutherford County

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              615-898-0617
              Name:
              Main
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-950) and related services within the Service Tree.

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