Are You Homeless in Nashville?

I might be able to help. I am a homeless outreach specialist and national trainer of outreach workers. I have been on the streets of Nashville for the past two years and have access to a host of services and information that may be of use to you if you are homeless or about to become homeless.


This blog will help you identify where I might be at, what I might be able to do for you, what services may be available to you here in Nashville and where you can find the important stuff to get you through your days and nights on the streets of this city.

The information on this page is only a partial listing of the services and resources available to individuals experiencing homelessness. New services and resources are becoming available in 2009 so please don't get discouraged if you don't see what you're looking for here. It may very well be available but simply not listed yet here.

Saturday, August 9, 2008

New Resource: Physical Disability Claim Filing

I now provide fulltime disabiliy advocacy support service for those individuals suffering from physical disabilities/illnesses who are not in the appeal process with the Social Security administration. 

I am SOAR trained and can assist you in filing your initial claim for benefits.  Please contact me at your convenience and if necessary, I will come to you to get the process started.

Sunday, February 24, 2008

Finding Me On The Street

A number of changes have occurred since I first stepped foot on the streets and alleys of Nashville two years ago.

I am still found downtown but am now both riding a bicycle and walking the area within the inner freeway loop. I am also regularly in East Nashville and continue to spend time at the Community Care Fellowship, the Downtown Presbyterian, Holy Name Church, Riverfront & Centennial Park as well. I can sometimes be found in the West End area,  Hadley Park, Hermitage, Donelson, and at times, even up in Madison. 

(Note: Although I try to make stops as regularly as possible, I am often found wandering aimlessly around the greater downtown area. Like the people I serve, there is no permanency to my routes and while I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause others, some folks simply don't want to go where other people are. As such, I must instead go to them....)

Saturday, February 23, 2008

Get Help Paying For Your Prescriptions

The Partnership for Prescription Assistance may be able to help you find a way to pay for your prescriptions.

Click on the title link of this post to visit their webpage or call them at your convenience:



Call toll free: 1-888-4PPA-NOW (477-2669)

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Saturday, June 30, 2007

Get A Message To Me

If you're looking for resources to assist the Homeless in and around Nashville TN, you've come to the right place.

All efforts have been made to provide correct information but keeping a site like this relevant and useful requires frequent review and updating. If you discover an error or know of a change/addition in services, please let me know and I'll correct it ASAP.


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To get in touch with me you can click here, click the post title or click on the link in the sidebar.

I can be reached by phone at: 615-257-0382
(I am occasionally difficult to reach by phone but this is the best way to contact me during my normal business hours. While I try to answer every call, I am occasionally indisposed. if you reach my voicemail, please try me again a little later instead of leaving a message. Recently my phone has been so heavily called that I cannot keep up with my voicemails and the box is often full before noon on most days. I know this has been frustrating to some folks and to any of you who have tried to contact me without success, I humbly apologize.

Please do not be discouraged if you reach a full mailbox and try me again later in the day or the following morning before 10am. Chances are that by that time, my mailbox will be cleared and you will be able to leave me a message if we haven't spoken before then.

I can also be IM'd on Yahoo Messenger as "findstevefast" in the early mornings and in the evenings when online.

If you are Homeless and need to see me, I'll try to arrange a meeting time with you somewhere convenient as quickly as possible. If you can get to me, I can usually give you a bus pass to get you back or even out of the area...


In the meantime keep your faith, try to stay clean and don't
lose hope - many of us really do care!

Distance Perspective Of Services in Nashville


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Monday, June 4, 2007

Day Shelter Only

Overnight Shelters

OVERNIGHT SHELTER
Men
Nashville Rescue Mission
(639 Lafayette Street): 780-9460

Salvation Army Men's Lodge
(631 Dickerson Pike): 242-0411

Women/Women & Children
Family Life Center
(1716 8th Ave North): 780-9463

Families w Fathers & Older Boys / Women & Women & Children
Safe Haven Family Shelter
1234 3rd Ave S: 256-8195


YOUTH ONLY
Oasis Center (13-17)
(1415 17th Ave S) : 327-4455

Homeless Children
Salvation Army Kare For Kids
(631 Dickerson Pike): 242-0411

HERO Program at Metro Nashville School (services to familieis w school-age children: 780-9460

Winter Shelter
(Nov 1-Mar 31)Room In The Inn
(532 8th Ave S): 251-7019

Public Intoxication - Police Dropoff
Guest House
(532 8th Ave S): 2517064

Domestic Violence Shelters & Assistance

Bridges Shelter: 599-5777

Domestic Violence Intervention Center (PEACE):
811 2nd Ave South: 227-2760

Family & Children Services
201 23rd Ave N: 327-0833

Gallatin Home Safe Shelter: 452-4315

Hope House Shelter: 931-381-8580

Mary Parish Center
131 Second Ave North, 5th. Floor: 256-5959

Metro Police Domestic Violence
811 2nd Ave South: (referrals only) 880-3000

Morning Star Sanctuary Shelter: 860-0003

Rape and Sexual Abuse Center
25 Lindsley Avenue: 24 hr HOTLINE -1 800 879-1999

Springfield Home Safe Shelter: 382-0829

Tennesse Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence

2 International Plaza Drive : 386-9406

Ujima House Shelter (Hotline): 227-0902

Women Are Safe Shelter: 931-729-9885

YWCA domestic Violence Shelter (24 hours): 242-1199

Meals Available in Downtown Nashville

IMPORTANT: Serving places and times may not be accurate. Please verify ahead of time by calling if at all possible.

The Mobile Loaves and Fishes Food Serving Truck is now also operational and making meal deliveries around the city. Clicking on this link will take you to their homepage. Use the drop-down menu near the bottom of the page to select Tennessee and find the current day's serving location.

(Note: A number of local citizens and churches in the area also provide meals and food boxes to the Homeless but prefer to remain anonymous due to high demand & limited resources. If you are Homeless, you will probably find these protected locations only by luck or by paying attention to where other homeless individuals go daily for meals. )

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SUNDAY
Breakfast
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530a-630a (Overnite guests only)

Downtown Presbyterian Church
154 5th Ave North (254-7584): 830a


Lunch
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460):12-1p (Must attend Sunday service to receive lunch)

Community Care Fellowship (Ken & Carol's)
511 South 8th Street (227-1953): 1230-130p


Belmont Church/Luke 14:12
68 Music Square East (16th Ave S and Grand) (256-2123): 2p


First Church of the Nazarene (No lunch but food box after 1pm church service - attendance not required for groceries but encouraged. Also provides blankets when available)
510 Woodland St: 255-1289


Dinner
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530-630p

Woodcock Baptist Church (Sunday only - behind Fleming's Market)
816 S 6th St (254-9380): 530-630p



MONDAY
Breakfast
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530a-630a (Overnite guests only)


Lunch
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 12-1p

Samaritan Ministries
1041 28th Ave North (329-1523): 11-12p


Loaves & Fishes (Holy Name Church)
521 Woodland St (256-7256): 1130a-1230p


Dinner
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530-630p

Woodcock Baptist Church
816 S 6th St (254-9380): 530-630p


Tuesday
Breakfast
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530a-630a (Overnite guests only)


Lunch
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 12-1p

Community Care Fellowship (Ken & Carol's)
511 South 8th Street (227-1953): 1230-130p


Samaritan Ministries
1041 28th Ave North (329-1523): 11-12p


Edgehill/UMC
1502 Edgehill Ave (254-7628): 1130-1230p

Belmont Church/Luke 14:12
68 Music Square East (16th Ave S and Grand) (256-2123): 1145-1245



Dinner
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530-630p

Woodcock Baptist Church
816 S 6th St (254-9380): 530-630p

Bridge Ministry/Candy Christmas
Jefferson St Bridge 5:30-7pm

Wednesday
Breakfast
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530a-630a (Overnite guests only)

Campus For Human Development
532 8th Avenue South (251-9791): 6a


Lunch
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 12-1p

Loaves & Fishes (Holy Name Church)
521 Woodland St (256-7256): 1130a-1230p

Samaritan Ministries
1041 28th Ave North (329-1523): 11-12p


Downtown Presbyterian Church
154 5th Ave North (254-7584): 12-1p


Dinner
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530-630p

St John's United Methodist Church (food boxes available after dinner)
6300 Charlotte Pike: 356-1840 (voice-please call ahead to verify)

Woodcock Baptist Church
816 S 6th St (254-9380): 530-630p


Thursday
Breakfast
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530a-630a (Overnite guests only)


Lunch
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 12-1p

Community Care Fellowship (Ken & Carol's)
511 South 8th Street (227-1953): 1130-1230p


Campus For Human Development
532 8th Avenue South (251-9791): 1130a


Samaritan Ministries
1041 28th Ave North (329-1523): 12p


Dinner
The Foundry
1419 Clinton St (327-4003): 530-630p

Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530-630p

Woodcock Baptist Church
816 S 6th St (254-9380): 530-630p


Friday
Breakfast
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530a-630a (Overnite guests only)


Lunch
Belmont Church/Luke 14:12
68 Music Square East (16th Ave S and Grand) (256-2123): 1145-1245p


Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 12-1p

Samaritan Ministries
1041 28th Ave North (329-1523): 12p

Community Care Fellowship (Ken & Carol's)
511 South 8th Street (227-1953): 1130-1230p

Edgehill/UMC
1502 Edgehill Ave (254-7628): 1130-1230p

The Foundry
1419 Clinton St (327-4003): 1-3p: FOOD, CLOTHING & PRAYER DISTRIBUTION



Dinner
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530-630p

Woodcock Baptist Church
816 S 6th St (254-9380): 530-630p


Saturday
Breakfast
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530a-630a (Overnite guests only)


Lunch
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 12-1p

Belmont Church/Luke 14:12
68 Music Square East (16th Ave S and Grand) (256-2123): 1145-1245p


Loaves & Fishes (Holy Name Church)
521 Woodland St (256-7256): 1130a-1230p

Gordon Memorial
2334 Herman St (329-2779): 12-1p

Linda's Lunch
Corner of 8th Ave N & Commerce St: 12-1p

Dinner
Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette Street (780-9460): 530-630p

The Foundry
1419 Clinton St (327-4003): 530-630P

Woodcock Baptist Church
816 S 6th St (254-9380): 530-630p


Possible Contacts For Additional Meals, Food Boxes & Serving Information:
East Nashville Cooperative Ministry (244-7312)

Music City Mission
413 Veritas Street (333-9377

Oasis Center
1415 17th Ave S (327-4455)

Park Center
801 12th Avenue South (242-3576)

Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program (Partial Listing of United Way local indigent service providers)

Showers, Laundry & Bathrooms

NOTE: Nashville has very few of these resources and the waits for showers and laundry can often be very long.

Campus For Human Development
532 8th Ave S: 257-9791
Toilets & showers
Nov. 1 through March 31: Sunday through Saturday from 6-730a
April 1 through Oct. 31: Monday through Friday from 6-730a

Community Care Fellowship (Ken & Carol's)
511 S 8th St: 227-1953
Toilets, showers & laundry (two loads per person -35lbs total)
Monday through Friday from 8:30-930a

Nashville Rescue Mission
639 Lafayette St: 780-9460
Toilets & showers

Oasis Center (runaway & homeless teens)
1415 17th Ave S: 327-4455
Toilets & showers



Park Center 579-9510 (must be referred by member of outreach team to use these facilities)
801 12st Ave South
Nashville, TN 37203
Laundry, toilets, showers
By referral

(Very Important Note: The majority of downtown Nashville businesses do not typically allow free access to restrooms. Also, wearing/carrying a backpack often indicates to them that you are homeless, even if you are not. If you are able to use a business restroom, please do so with courtesy and respect and leave it as clean upon your exit as it was when you entered. Public buildings, such as the downtown library, typically allow about the only unfettered access to the restrooms in the city, but again, please be respectful of the business's facility and conduct yourself as if it was your mother's "guest" bathroom - leave it clean, flushed and sparkling whenever possible. Your conduct dictates whether it will be available for yourself and others in the future.)

Sunday, June 3, 2007

Nashville Area Churches

  • Anchor Fellowship, 629 23rd Ave South: 733-0522

  • Central Church of Christ, 145 5th Ave North: 256-0789

  • Christ Church Cathedral, 900 Broadway: 255-7729

  • Downtown Presbyterian Church, 154 5th Ave: 254-4741

  • First Baptist Church, 108 7th Ave South: 664-6000

  • First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill, 900 James Robertson Parkway: 255-8757

  • First Church of the Nazarene, 510 Woodland St: 255-1289

  • First Lutheran Church-ELCA, 113 8th Ave S: 256-7580

  • Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 615 6th Ave S: 256-6359

  • Mckendree United Methodist Church, 520 Commerce St: 271-2620

  • Midtown Fellowship, 2907 12th Ave S: 269-9015

  • Mosaic Nashville, 629 3rd Ave South: 473-6485

  • St Mary's Catholic Church, 330 5th Avenue North: 256-1704

  • Woodcock Baptist Church, 816 S 6th st: 254-9380
  • Transportation, Bus Passes And Maps Of Nashville

  • Google Local Map Search


  • Mapquest


  • Bus Routes (MTA)


  • Taxi Cabs


  • Traveler's Aid (provides assistance w bus tickets and temp lodging (usually the Mission) NO GAS VOUCHERS!
    639 Lafayette St 312-1535

  • Downtown Clinic Van
    526 8th Ave S 862-7900


  • Bus Passes:
    Steve at Community Care Fellowship: single ride and all day passes when available.

    Operation Stand Down: See JC or Kathleen - MUST be a Veteran and must have a legitimate need.

    Campus For Human Development:
    At their discretion

    Identification Assistance

    Downtown Presbyterian Church : Pastor Ken Locke or his wonderful assistant Angela will purchase ID for an individual once every three years. To start, you must first go to the DMV in the basement of the Snodgrass building , fill out the necessary paperwork and then inform the clerk that you will be paying via the Downtown Presbyterian Church. They will give you a receipt that you must take to Pastor Ken in order to obtain the check to purchase your ID.








    Due to budget constraints, Park Center has stopped providing bus passes for people experiencing homelessness.  Only members of the agency are now eligible for this resource.  



    The Campus For Human Development: provides ID and birth certificate assistance. Call (615) 251-9791 for details.


    General Costs
    State ID: $8-$12
    (A word about obtaining state ID: If you have had a Tennessee ID previously, you do not need much in the way of alternate identification in order to receive one. If you are from another state, it can be much more difficult to obtain the ID but there are agencies that can assist you in that effort)

    Birth Certificates: $7 short-form/$12 longform (421 5th Ave N)

    Social Security cards/applications: 140 Cude Lane, Madison: 772-1213 /4527 Nolensville Pike: 781-5800

    SSDI application advocacy for mental illness - Nashville SOAR Team: Will Connelly at Park Center
    (Office at 511 South 8th St in the Community Care Fellowship building)


    SSDI application advocacy for physical illness - me - 615-257-0382

    Rent & Utilities Assistance

    Campus For Human Development
    ( 532 8th Avenue South): 251-9791

    Ladies of Charity
    (1 day each month - call first - NO walk-ins)
    2212 State St: 327-3430

    Metro Action Commission

    1624 5th Ave North: 862-8860 (ext 124)

    Middle Tennessee Electric Membership Corp. (Free Air Conditioners to members)
    Rutherford County – The Community Helpers, 814 S. Church Street, Murfreesboro (615-898-0617); Williamson County – Graceworks, 104 SE Parkway, Franklin (615-794-9055); Wilson County – Wilson County Community Help Center, 203 W. High Street, Lebanon (615-449-1856); and Cannon County – Cannon County Senior Citizens Center, 609 Lehman Street, Woodbury (615-563-5304)

    Project Help / Big Brothers (Helps with shutoff notices, power bills)
    269-6835

    Tennessee Department of Human Services (Accesses federal funds to assist with utility bills)
    313-4766

    United Way Misc. Assistance Sites (see webpage for a listing of groups and services they provide)

    Medication Assistance

    Centerstone Appt Line: 615-460-4357

    Cover Tennessee (multiple programs)
    312 8th Avenue N. 16th Floor Tennessee Tower

    Dispensary of Hope (Receives donated medications - must qualify first)
    888-428-HOPE (4673) / info@dispensaryofhope.org

    Matthew Walker Community Health Center (onsite pharmacy offers scripts at 45-50% less than stores)
    1035 14th Ave N
    (Mon-Tue 8:00am- 5:00pm, Wed 8:00am- 7:00pm, Thu-Fri 8:00am- 5:00pm, Sat 9:00am- 1:00pm)
    (615) 327-9400

    Mental Health Cooperative
    275 Cumberland Bend Dr
    Main #:
    615-726-3340 / 888-844-2005 / 888-882-8696.
    Pharmacy: 743-1617
    info@mhc-tn.org

    Metro Action: 615-862-8860

    Needymeds.com (web only)

    Partners for Prescriptions Assistance
    1-888-477-2669

    Patient Advocate (co-pay assistance & tx medications)
    1-866-512-3861

    RX Assist (web resource for patient assistance programs)

    RX outreach 1-800-769-3880

    St. Thomas Hospital Plaza Pharmacy
    4230 Harding Pike suite A-214
    (615) 222-2111

    Together RX (script savings program)
    1-800-865-7211

    Housing Resources

    General Housing Links

    Davidson County Section 8 Apartment Listings

    Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency

    Nashville Social Services Homeless Page


    TN Shelters & Housing


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    IMPORTANT! The following apartment complexes have special requirements for admittance. While every attempt has been made at ensuring accuracy in the requirements listed here, rules do occasionally change, so please contact the rental office to ensure you are able to meet all criteria they might have.

    1. Crown Courts, Hope Terrace, Vultee, and Fisk Court - Applicants must be homeless, proof of completion of drug treatment program, committed to sobriety, less than $21,500/year income level.

    2. Mercury Courts and the Parks at Mercury Courts - applicant must be low income (less than $21,500/year income level. To qualify for section 8 housing, applicant MUST BE HOMELESS. Drug testing upon application and again at move-in, no previous evictions, no active alcohol and/or drug addictions.

    3. Shelby Courtyards, Rex Courts, Eastwood Courts, Village Place and Greentree Terrace - applicants must have low or moderate income levels ($32,950/year) and have no active alcohol and/or drug addictions.
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    Single Residency Occupancy (SRO) Only:

    Fisk Courts (Chronically homeless)
    405 Fisk St: 726-2696 (Urban Housing Solutions Property)


    Mercury Courts (Background check w no recent charges, drug test & no evictions)
    411 Murfreesboro Rd: 726-2696 (Urban Housing Solutions Property)

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    Addiction Recovery Housing
    (also see Drug & Alcohol Treatment Programs and Facilities)

    Crown Courts
    901-903 N. 12th St.:
    726-2696 (Urban Housing Solutions Journeys of Hope Property)

    Hope Terrace
    3909 Alameda St.:
    726-2696 (Urban Housing Solutions Property)

    TLC Housing (Recovery housing for men and women)
    593-7074


    Vultee Gardens
    1148 Vultee Blvd.: 726-2696 (Urban Housing Solutions Journeys of Hope Property)

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    Mental Health

    Clay Courts
    1922 5th Ave. North:
    726-2696 (Urban Housing Solutions Property)

    Park Center Housing (Individuals w mental illnesses & drug/alcohol addictions)
    822 Woodland St: 228-1164

    Woodland Street Apts
    822 Woodland St.:
    726-2696 (Urban Housing Solutions Property)

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    Transitional Housing

    Hope Center (Women)
    1716 8th Ave N: 312-1580


    Matthew 25
    625 Benton Ave: 383-9577

    Nashville Rescue Mission
    Anchor House (Men 18-24)
    Barnabas House (Men)
    The Lodging Place (Men who have completed qualified recovery program)
    639 Lafayette St: 780-9460

    Operation Stand Down (Veterans)
    1101 Edgehill Ave #1000: 321-3919

    Park Center (Safe Havens)
    801 12th Ave S: 242-3576

    Oasis Center (17-21)
    2910 Berry Hill Dr: 292-8843

    Re-Entry Recovery Residences of Tennessee
    103 Point East Dr: 754-8977

    Renewal House
    3410 Clarksville Pike: 255-5222 (ext. 112)

    Safe Haven Family Shelter
    1234 3rd Ave S: 256-8195

    Salvation Army (Families & unaccompanied women)
    631 Dickerson Pike: 242-0411

    The Next Door (Residential transition center for women entering society from incarceration, tx centers and/or homelessness)
    128 8th Ave S: 251-8805

    TLC Housing (Recovery housing for men and women)
    593-7074

    Welcome Home Ministries
    1325 General Mcarthur Dr: 309-7087


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    (This section will be updated shortly to include additional listings.)

    One Bedroom Apartment Units:


    Eastwood Court

  • Eastwood Court: 919 North 12th S


  • Greentree Terrace: 2531 Glenrose Ave


  • Hope Terrace: 3909 Alameda St


  • James Robertson Apartments: 118 7th Ave, (age restrictions apply), (615) 255-0402"


  • Rex Court: 331 Plus Park Boulevard (utilities & cable inc.)


  • River Terrace Apts: 1446 Ardee Ave


  • Shelby Courts: 817 Shelby Ave (Urban Housing Solutions: (615) 726-2696)


  • Village Place: 110 Oak Valley Dr


  • Visions of Vultee: 1148 Vultee Rd


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    Two & Three Bedroom Apartment Units:


  • Crown Court Apts: 901 N 12th


  • Eastwood Court: 919 North 12th S


  • Hope Terrace: 3909 Alameda St


  • Shelby Court: 817 Shelby Ave (Urban Housing Solutions: (615) 726-2696)


  • Village Place:110 Oak Valley Dr


  • Visions of Vultee: 1148 Vultee Rd


  • Halfway Houses

    Guardian Angel’s (men)

    Pastor Gurley – 586-7546

    New Creations (men & women)

    Pastor Berry – 573-8950

    Hands of God Ministry (men & women)

    Pastor Walker – 227-4734/405-9298

    Hope Retreat of Nashville

    Pastor Sheppard – 352-7801

    Welcome Home Ministries (men)

    Darryl Murray – 474-1225/309-7087

    Oxford House (men)

    Milton McClain – 310-9351

    Neely House (men)

    James Reedy – 210-6854

    Mending Hearts (women)

    Lynn – 228-0544

    Re-entry

    Brian/Karen VanCamp – 754-8977

    Keystone Recovery Center

    Terry Keller – 650-9082

    Turning Point

    Nate – 978-2354 or Mike – 662-3159

    Grandpa’s House (men)

    Rori – 365-8667

    Isaiah 58

    Carla – 519-3525

    TLC (men & women)

    593-7074

    Phases (women)

    Nan Casey – 330-1289 or Annie – 832-9330

    Tree of Life

    485 – 0258

    Kenneth Larry

    Shipley’s House (men)

    Mike C. – 714 - 1544

    New Life Recovery (women)

    Melanie – 573-5653

    Galaxy Star (men & women)

    Lonnie Greenlie – 593-3724

    Bridge of Hope

    226-0596

    Lifetime Recovery (men & women)

    569-2114/793-6831

    Lighthouse

    327-8106 ext. 13

    Matthew 25, Inc.

    383--9577

    Bordeaux Community

    Bishop Dunlap – 259-1196

    Second Chance (men)

    Pastor Victor Johnson – 313-9885

    Mercy Ministries (Women/Teen girls 13-28)

    831-6987

    Recovery Programs (No cost)

    Samaritan Recovery Program

    244-4802

    Downtown Clinic

    Brenda/Jenny/Janet – 862-7900

    Nashville Rescue Mission

    Men – 780-9446 or Women – 312-1573

    Salvation Army (ARC) Program

    Jim Barr – 259-2348

    Odyssey Program (Campus for Human Development)

    251-9791

    Urban Housing Solutions Academy Kicks Off

    The Wait Is Over . . .The Academy Is Here!

    Are you a man with a sincere and desperate need to change your life? Are you about to be released from prison, on drugs, or chronically homeless? Are you willing to commit two years to a work-based, transformational program? Would you like to learn new skills that can help you to improve your life?

    The Academy may be just what you need! Based on the each one, teach one philosophy, The Academy has no social workers. Instead it relies on senior residents to teach newer residents new skills and better, more socially acceptable behaviors. Interested? Call Frederick Hilliard or James Wheeler at (615) 726-2696, ext. 122 or e-mail theacademy@urbanhousingsolutions.org We'll begin accepting new residents on September 1.

    Urban Housing Solutions Information

    Affordable Housing

    Urban Housing Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1991 with one goal in mind—to provide decent, affordable rental housing for residents of Nashville. Our first property was Mercury Courts, a 173-unit motel on Murfreesboro Road. We converted the motel rooms into efficiency apartments with rents that were affordable for the recently homeless and people with very low incomes. Today, we have 14 additional properties located all over Nashville. Most of these locations are indistinguishable from for-profit apartment complexes.

    We primarily house individuals and families with low-to-moderate incomes, those who were homeless, the mentally ill and physically disabled, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, and people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Our housing is permanent—there are no time limits on how long a person may live at one of our properties.

    People often ask if our housing is free. The answer is no. About one-third of our apartments have income-based rent. If someone earns $1,000/month, for instance, his rent would be about $300. When people pay income-based rent, it's usually because they suffer from a disability (mental illness, HIV/AIDS, etc.). For most of our apartments, however, our residents pay below-market rent (as low as $360/month for an efficiency apartment).

    If you would like to apply for housing, please call (615) 726-2696, ext. 118 or 116.

    If you would like to help sponsor an apartment for people who would not ordinarily qualify based on their income, please call Brandi at (615) 726-2696, ext. 114. Urban Housing Solutions is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

    Case Management

    One reason people become homeless is because they have no support system. Urban Housing Solutions created a support system through our case management services. We have a team of case managers who help our residents connect to government and non-profit service providers; obtain adequate food, clothing, and household goods; manage physical and mental illnesses; maintain their housing; and resolve conflicts.

    Transportation

    Many of us take reliable transportation for granted. Our residents, however, know all too well the impact a lack of transportation has on their lives. That's why we have free shuttle service at some of our properties for people who need to visit the doctor, get to work, go grocery shopping, or apply for benefits. And best of all... one of our formerly homeless residents is employed full-time as our shuttle driver.

    If you would like to support our shuttle service through a donation, please call Brandi at (615) 726-2696, ext. 114. Each year, the service costs about $30,000. Expenses include the driver's salary, gas, repairs and maintenance on the van, and vehicle insurance.

    Journeys of Hope

    Leaving a drug rehabilitation center and immediately entering mainstream housing can be a recipe for disaster. Journeys of Hope provides specialized housing for people in recovery and, if applicable, their families. Program participants attend weekly group and one-on-one sessions with our addiction counselors, in addition to Narcotics Anonymous or Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Living with others facing the same struggles and temptations often cements what residents learned in rehab and gives them the courage to move into mainstream housing.

    If you would like to apply for Journeys of Hope housing, please call (615) 726-2696, ext. 121.

    Social Education and Economic Development (SEED)

    The SEED Program uses a three-pronged approach to help our residents increase their independence and well-being: social activities, education, and workforce development. SEED hosts outings to create a sense of community and encourage socialization. We also offer a wide variety of free classes open to any of our residents: basic computer skills, healthy cooking, and videography. Our SEED program and Residents' Association have formed a vending business that services our Mercury Courts, Greentree Terrace, and Rex Courts locations.

    Urban Housing Solutions Journeys Of Hope Program Information

    The Journey of Hope program provides affordable housing to persons in recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. There are currently 76 (seventy six) apartment units at four different locations and two full-time staff to provide support and assistance to residents.

    Application to the Journeys of Hope program is made by advance appointment only. An individual who wishes to apply for the program must:

    1. Have a primary diagnosis of "substance use disorder." *

    2. Have completed a licensed alcohol and drug treatment program for six months in structured transitional living or be able to prove by verification at least one year sobriety/clean time.

    3. Have 30 (thirty) days sobriety/clean time and be able to pass a drug screen.

    4. Be motivated in their recovery as evidenced by regular participation in a recognized 12-step recovery program (AA, NA, or CA) and be able to prove sponsorship.

    5. Be willing and able to attend at least 5 (five) recognized 12-step meetings** weekly as well as weekly and monthly residential group meetings.

    6. Be verifiably employed and maintain employment*** or if currently receiving SSI or SSDI commit to eight hours per week of community service.

    Applicants to the Journeys of Hope program must not have a criminal background that includes sex offenses or arson. Applicants with a history of violent offenses will be considered on a case by case basis. Additionally, applicants to the Journeys of Hope program must not have a pending criminal case at the time of application. An applicant's criminal history is not exclusionary for residence within Journeys of Hope except as previously specified. The Journeys of Hope program does not accept Section 8 or Shelter+Care vouchers.

    ***At time of application an person must submit the following documentation***

    1. Valid state-issued identification.

    2. Proof of all household income.

    3. Documentation of homelessness (if applicable).

    4. Documentation of treatment completion.

    5. Documentation of all prescription medicines taken.


    TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW:
    Call (615)726-2696 ext. 10, between 8am and 4pm.

    For additional information about the Hourneys of Hope program please call (615)726-2696 ext. 18 or visit the Urban Housing Solutions website

    *Journeys of Hope reserves the right to request and Axis 1 diagnosis from an applicant's phschiatrist or primary care physician

    **After 120 days sobriety/clean time residents must attend at least 3 (three) 12-step meetings per week.

    ***If a resident is receiving a subsidy from UHS he/she must also be em0ployed full-time (at least 37.5 hours a week) unless receiving SSI/SSDI.

    Housing Within Reach Program


    Purpose
    The purpose of Housing within Reach is to provide an effective, consumer-directed, accessible housing resource system for Tennesseans diagnosed with mental illness or co-occurring disorders, that will assist them in living in quality, safe, affordable, permanent housing. Our purpose is also to educate the public about the realities of mental illness, the stigma of mental illness and co-occurring disorders, and provide a more welcoming environment for residents of Tennessee neighborhoods.

    Before continuing, Please Read Our Disclaimer

    Where to start

    Housing Options

    Consumer Rights

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Nimby Campaign

    Housing Glossary

    Employment (Temp / Day Labor)

    Able Body Labor
    200 4th Ave S
    Nashville, TN 37201
    (615) 255-3900
    have state ID and SS card)
    Map

    Industrial Staffing
    Ask for Kim
    606 Main St
    Nashville, TN 37206
    (615) 613-0232
    (Interviews T,W, Thrs - 10a-1p; 2 forms ID required)
    Map

    Foodstaff of Nashville
    Karen Thompson
    115 17th Ave S
    Nashville, TN 37203
    (ID and Uniform)
    Map

    S & E Staffing
    Robert Ball or Felicia
    321(B) Harding Place
    Nashville, TN
    834-6575
    (Two forms ID required)
    Map

    Adecco Employment
    519 Donelson Pike
    Nashville, TN 37203
    (Hire for Flexall, picky about
    conviction types, two forms
    ID required)
    Map

    InStaff Personnel Metro
    220 Great Circle Rd
    Nashville, TN 37228
    259-4011
    No Violence / Dishonesty)
    Map

    Will Staff
    Julie or David
    2021 Gallatin Rd N # 288
    Madison, TN
    (615) 851-0192‎
    Map

    Command Labor & Staffing
    426 7th Ave S,
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 251-4005‎
    Map

    Vanderbilt Univ. Temp Services
    2525 W End Ave # 500,
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 322-8383 / 322-8299
    (no drugs / sex / violence convictions)
    Map

    Staffmark
    2404 West End Ave
    Nashville, TN 37203
    (615) 321-9005
    Map

    LaborReady
    237 Hermitage Ave
    Nashville, TN 37210
    (615) 254-1359
    Map

    4116 Nolensville Pike
    Nashville, TN 37211
    (615) 781-6111
    Map

    3231 Gallatin Pike
    Nashville, TN 37216
    (615) 227-2825
    Map
    (Two IDs Rqrd / Willing to hire almost anyone)

    Labor Finders

    320 Gallatin Pike S
    Madison, TN 37115
    (615) 868-0038
    Map

    108 Odette St
    Madison, TN 37115
    (615) 868-0038
    Map

    3914 Apache Trl
    Antioch, TN 37013
    (615) 837-0023
    Map

    Master Staff
    613 Potomac Pl
    Smyrna, TN 37167
    (615) 223-5626
    (Employers please call / older is better)
    Map

    Phillips Staffing
    (See Gene Dexter)
    789 Bell Rd
    Antioch, TN 37013
    (615) 717-0777
    Map

    906 Davidson Dr.
    Nashville, TN


    Get Directions
    (615) 353-9601
    (Spring bath, warehouse, customer service
    Two forms ID rqrd)
    Map

    Cumberland Labor
    Mike Broadwell
    121 Gallatin Pike North
    Madison, TN 37115
    (615) 865-9099
    Map

    1252 Gallatin Pike S
    Madison, TN 37115
    (615) 865-9099
    Map

    Ablest Staffing Services
    Kim or Theresa
    1135 Bell Rd
    Antioch, TN 37013
    (615) 386-0016
    Map

    2000 Midway Ln
    Smyrna, TN 37167
    (615) 223-9415
    Map

    Select Staffing
    2817 W End Ave
    Nashville, TN 37203
    (615) 320-9290
    Map

    Labor Source
    314 7th Ave S
    Nashville, TN 37203
    (615) 255-7711
    Map

    Ahead Human Resources
    1040 Murfreesboro Pike
    Nashville, TN 37217
    (615) 360-7970
    Map

    Clothing & Footwear

    Assumption /St. Vincent North Nashville Outreach (9-1 Mon through Fri)
    2209 Buchanan St: 242-1554

    Community Care Fellowship (Ken & Carol's)
    511 South 8th St: 227-1953

    East Nashville Cooperative Ministries
    807 Main St.: 244-7312

    Family Life Center (Nashville Rescue Mission)
    1716 8th Ave N 312-1574

    Ladies of Charity (Please call first!)
    2212 State St: 327-3430

    Music City Mission
    413 Veritas St: 333-9377

    Park Center East (Must be referred by me)
    948 Woodland Street 579-9510

    Salvation Army (Vouchers)
    225 Berry St: 244-7312

    Salvation Army
    Family store locations
    140 N 1st St: 259-2324 (ext. 218)

    2700 Nolensville Pike: 259-0735

    6214 Charlotte Pike: 352-1154


    Samaritan Ministries
    1041 28th Ave N: 329-1523


    (WE REALLY NEED YOUR HELP! Clothing is particularly difficult to keep available and we can always use clothing, blankets and shoes to give away. If you have items you would like to donate, please contact Steve or one of the agencies listed above at your convenience)

    Drug & Alcohol Treatment Facilities & Programs

    Alcoholics Anonymous
    24hr Hotline:
    831-1050

    Al-Anon Family Services of Middle Tennessee (assistance for family/friends of addicts)
    176 Thompson Lane, Suite G-3: 333-6066

    Buffalo Valley
    501 S Park St, Hohenwald, TN: (
    Tollfree: 800-447-2766)

    Downtown Clinic
    526 8th Ave S: 862-7900

    First Response Center (Relapse prevention/support for men & women)
    1219 9th Ave N: 321-9791

    Friendship House
    805 W Walnut St, Johnson City, TN: (615) 327-3909

    Galaxy Star (Drug Awareness)
    24hr Hotline:
    573-6525
    3927 Gallatin Pike: 262-6221

    Hope Center (Women's recovery program)
    1716 8th Ave N: 312-1580

    Lentz Public Health Center
    311 23rd Ave N: 340-5616

    Narcotics Anonymous (251-7400)
    24hr NA Hotline: 1-888-476-2482

    Nashville Cares (HIV/Aids)
    501 Brick Church Park Dr: 259-4866

    Nashville Rescue Mission
    639 Lafayette Street: 255-2475

    New Day New Life Recovery Ministries (Relapse prevention/support for men & women)
    244-5918 (ext 232)

    Renewal House (Women's intensive outpatient program)
    3410 Clarksville Pike: 255-5222 (ext: 127)

    Salvation Army (Men's Rehab Center - 6 month "live-in" program)
    140 N 1st St: 259-2348

    Samaritan Recovery Community
    319 South 4th Street: 244-4802

    Skyline Madison Campus (Intensive outpatient treatment)
    500 Hospital Dr, Madison TN: 860-6310

    Street Works (HIV/Aids)
    24hr Hotline:
    259-7676
    Drop-in Counseling Centers:
    83 University Ct: 248-1905

    520 Sylvan St: 259-7676

    TLC Housing (Recovery housing for men & women)
    593-7074

    Health & Mental Health Treatment Agencies

    Bradford Addiction Treatment & Mental Health Services
    621 Mainstream Dr (Suite 230): 800-677-8209

    Behavioral Health Access
    311 23rd Avenue North (In the Lentz Public Health Center): 340-2172 (call between 8a-430p Monday through Friday for screening)

    Bridges To Care (assistance w prescription costs)
    311 23rd Ave N: 760-2799

    Campus For Human Development (Day services, Guest House/Respite Care, Hispanic Services, Room at the Inn)
    532 8th Ave S: 251-9791

    Cayce Family Health Center (Hablamos espanol, primary healthcare, dental care, mental health)
    617 S 8th St: 226-2679

    Centerstone (Mental health care)
    460-4357
    Mobile Crisis: 800 681-7444

    Downtown Clinic (Primary healthcare, dental care, mental health, drug & alcohol tx)
    526 8th Ave S: 862-7900

    First Response Wellness Center
    1219 9th Ave N: 321-9791

    Madison Family Clinic (Primary care)
    601 W Due West Ave: 425-3333

    Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center (Primary healthcare, dental care)
    1035 14th Avenue North: 327-9400

    Mental Health Cooperative

    275 Cumberland Bnd: 726-3340
    Walk-in Center & Crisis Line: 726-0125

    Metro General Hospital (Meharry Medical College)
    1818 Albion Street: 341-4000

    Metro Public Health Department
    Main phone number - 615-340-5616
    (click here for full health department services listings)


    Middle Tennessee Methadone Treatment Center (Opiate detox, methadone maintenance, counseling)
    2410 Charlotte Avenue: 321-2575

    Nashville Cares (HIV/AIDS Care)
    501 Brick Church Park Drive: 259-4866/1-800-845-4266

    Northeast Family Clinic (Sam Levy Clinic-Primary care)
    222 Grace Street: 255-8226

    Oasis Center (Ages middle school through high school)
    1221 16th Ave S: 327-4455

    Park Center (Mental health & dual diagnosis care/Safe Havens)
    801 12th Ave S: 242-3576
    822 Woodland St: 228-1164 (Dual diagnosis facility)

    Nashville Health Center (Planned Parenthood)
    412 Dr Db Todd Jr Blvd: 321-7216

    Siloam Family Health Center (Primary health care - clinic hours vary so please call ahead!)
    820 Gale Ln: 298-5406

    Smoking Cessation: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669)

    Southside Family Health Center
    107 University Court: 726-1807

    Street Works (HIV/AIDS Counseling)
    83 University Ct: 248-1905
    520 Sylvan St: 259-7676
    24hr Hotline: 259-7676

    The Gear Foundation (Individuals w disabilities)
    1018 Columbia Ave: 591-9612

    VA Medical Center
    1310 24th Ave S: 327-5320

    Vine Hill Clinic (Veteran's healthcare services)
    601 Benton Ave: 292-9770

    Vocational Rehabilitation
    400 Deaderick Street: 313-4891

    Waverly Belmont Family Health Center (Primary healthcare services)
    1501 12th Avenue South: 269-3461

    Women on Maintaining Education and Nutrition (W.O.M.E.N.)
    460 10th Cir N: 256-3882

    The Downtown Clinic Services & Information

    DOWNTOWN CLINIC
    Health Care for Nashville's Homeless Since 1985

    *** Over 20 Years of Service****

    526 8th Avenue South


    Phone: 862-7900 /Fax: 862-6762
    (Next to Campus for Human Development and one block west of Nashville Rescue Mission)

    Open Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

    Open Tuesdays Until 6:30 PM

    Offering:
    Primary Medical Care
    Dental Services
    Mental Health Services
    Alcohol & Drug Treatment

    (Operated by the Metro Public Health Department and partially supported by funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Tennessee Department of Health, MDHA, and Metro Government.)

    The mission of the Metro Public Health Department is to provide health protection, promotion, and information products to everyone in Nashville so they can enjoy healthy living free from disease, injury, and disability.

    DOWNTOWN CLINIC
    Since 1985, the Downtown Clinic has helped bring health care services to homeless persons in Nashville. The clinic is located at 526 8th Avenue South, next to the Campus for Human Development and a block west of the Nashville Rescue Mission.

    Open Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Tuesdays until 6:30, the clinic offers these services:

    Primary Medical Care – Nurse practitioners work at the clinic all day to see people who are sick with colds, fever, or other illnesses. A medical doctor is here 20 hours per week. They also see people with chronic conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Tests for pregnancy, TB, STDs - including HIV (AIDS) and syphilis - are offered. Physical exams, Pap smears, and family planning are available.

    Alcohol and Drug Treatment – This outpatient program includes group and individual counseling and education. The length of treatment is determined by the individual needs of the client. There are separate programs for men (20+ hours per week) and women (9 hours per week). 12 Step meetings are a required part of the program. Call the Downtown Clinic at 862-7900 or come in and ask for an appointment for an assessment.

    Mental Health Services – A psychiatrist is available on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday afternoons to see people who do not have TennCare or other insurance. An appointment must be made in advance with the Mental Health Specialist at the clinic.

    Dental Services – A dentist is available 20 hours or more each week. Most dental services are available right at the clinic. Call the clinic at 862-7900 or come in and ask for an appointment.

    Transportation – Metro’s van leaves the Campus regularly to take homeless people to medical and social service appointments, including Social Security. You must sign-up at the Campus to be sure you get a seat.

    (Downtown Clinic patients with an after-hours emergency should call 862-7900 or go to the nearest emergency room)

    Advocacy, Assistance, Legal Aid & Misc. Web-Based Resources

    American Civil Liberties Union
    320-7142

    Disability Law and Advocacy Center
    2416 21st Avenue South: 1-800-342-1660

    Give to Live (online application for assistance)

    Goodwill
    1015 Herman St: 742-4151 or 1-800-545-9231

    Housing Within Reach (statewide permanent housing resource for persons w substance abuse and/or mental illnesses)
    948 Woodland Street (Park Center East): 650-2900 x. 232

    Hunters For The Hungry (donate your hunting successes to feed the Homeless)
    300 Orlando Avenue, Suite 200: 353-1133 ext. 17 /Cell: 653-2086

    Legal Aid (8 area offices)
    300 Deaderick Street: 244-6610


    Nashville Public Library
    (webhomepage, free computer access at area branches )
    615 Church Street: 862-5800

    United Way
    250 Venture Circle: 255-8501

    Volunteer Opportunities For Helping The Homeless

    Wilson County Community Help Center (Food & Clothing in Lebanon)
    203 W High St: 449-1856

    Saturday, June 2, 2007

    GED & Adult Literacy

    All classes are FREE!

    GED Classes:
    Tuesdays / Thursdays 5:30PM to 7:30PM

    GED Assessments:
    May 29 / June 29 5:30PM to 7:30PM

    Adult Literacy:
    Thursdays 5:30PM to 7:30PM

    Community Resource Center
    412 Metroplex Dr
    Nashville, TN 37211
    Get Directions
    (615) 781-8474
    Map

    220 Blanton Ave
    Nashville, TN 37210
    Map

    Northwest Senior Resource Center‎:
    (Placement on map is approximate)
    3315 John Mallette Dr
    Nashville, TN 37218
    (Call to verify classes are available)
    (615) 248-2272
    Map

    Community Career Help Centers

    These centers offer a wide range of classes for adults, from computer training to resume writing, interviewing techniques, time management, dressing for success, etc.

    Day and evening classes are available.

    Check out their website:
    Park Avenue Community Career Center
    3703 Park Avenue
    Nashville, TN 37209


    Centers are located at:
    Preston Taylor
    Park Avenue (Park Ave Elementary School)
    Vine Hill
    Sam Levy Community Center





    NCAC Workfoce Campus
    621 Mainstream Drive
    Suite 210
    Nashville, TN 37228-1210
    Phone: (615) 862-8890
    Fax: (615) 862-8910
    TTY: 1-800-848-0298
    Map

    Metro Center
    2200 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.
    Nashville, TN. 37228
    Phone 615-253-8920
    Fax 615-532-2763
    Map

    Nolensville
    3763 Nolensville Road
    Nashville, TN 37211
    Phone: (615) 741-3556
    Fax: (615) 532-2773
    Map

    Hartsville
    716 McMurry Boulevard
    Hartsville, TN 37074
    Phone: (615) 374-9501
    Fax: (615) 374-9073
    Map

    Lebanon
    Lebanon, TN 37087
    Phone: (615) 444-9355
    TTY: (615) 444-9411
    Fax: (615) 449-5627
    Map

    Murfreesboro
    1313 Old Fort Parkway
    Murfreesboro, TN 37129
    Phone: (615) 898-8050
    TTY: (615) 867-6609
    Fax: (615) 898-8068
    Map

    Ex-Offender Resources & Job Opportunities

    A word of advice to prospective job-seekers: While a criminal record doesn't necessarily disqualify you from employment opportunities, dirty drug tests, being late to the interview, unreasonable demands for pay/shifts and bad attitudes will.

    Remember that you need to present yourself better than most since you have an obstacle to overcome that many others do not. Your attention to personal hygiene, dress and detail, along with your willingness to overcome all obstacles will make you stand out from the crowd to your prospective employer.

    (Over the next few months, I will be greatly expanding this section in order to provide support to those who have been stigmatized by a criminal record and are having difficulty finding employment.)

    Dismas House (Ex-offender services)
    1513 16th Ave S: 297-4511

    Community Career Center (computer classes & training, various job training programs and offerings - fees & costs apply to many programs)
    3703 Park Avenue: 298-6752

    Men of Valor (Services & mentors for assisting the incarcerated and recently released)
    1420 Donelson Pike: 399-9111
    carl@movnashville.com

    Metro Action Commission (variety of homeless, indigent & low income services available)
    1624 5th Ave N: 862-8860

    Project Return (Ex-offender re-entry services)
    1200 Division St: 327.9654
    pri@projectreturninc.org

    The Next Door (Women's transition & re-entry center for homelessness, treatment centers and ex-offenders)
    2100 Clifton Ave (Freedom Recovery Community): 251-8805
    linda@thenextdoor.org

    TMD Staffing (hires ex-offenders w felony convictions for temp to hire positions. Must pass drug screen upon application for services)
    801 E Old Hickory Blvd, Suite 160, Madison: 612.2000
    3026 Owen Dr, Suite 107, Antioch: 641.610





    United Way Agencies

    AMERICAN RED CROSS, HEART OF TENNESSEE CHAPTER

    http://hot.redcross.org Provides blood services, first aid, CPR, HIV/AIDS education, disaster relief, & more. 836 Commercial Court, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 893-4272 (R,C)


    www.mtcbsa.org Develops character, citizenship, fitness, and leadership in boys ages 6-20 and girls ages 14-20. 3414 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215 (615) 383-9724 (R,C)

    BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY

    www.bgcrc.org Uses planned programs for youth ages 7-17 to guide development of citizenship & leadership in Murfreesboro & Smyrna. 820 Jones Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129...615-890-2582...413 Nissan Dr., Smyrna, TN 37167 (615) 223-9400(R,C)

    BRADLEY NURSERY SCHOOL

    Provides a wholesome environment for children, ages 6 weeks-5, of low-income families for the purpose of childcare and education, enabling the parents to work. 211 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 893-1680 (R)

    CANNON COUNTY 4-H CLUBS

    www.utextension.utk.edu Provides educational experiences designed to stimulate young people to gain knowledge, develop life skills, and form positive attitudes to prepare them to become capable, responsible, and compassionate adults. 614 Lehman Street, Woodbury, TN 37190 (615)563-2554 (C)

    CANNON COUNTY R.E.A.C.H. PROGRAM

    www.reach.samsbiz.com Believes that all children in Cannon Co. have the right to grow up in a healthy, drug-free community & be empowered with information & resources in order to become productive citizens. 612 Lehman Street, Woodbury, TN 37190 (615) 563-5518 (C)

    CANNON COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER

    www.cannoncountyseniorcenter.net Provides activities, opportunities, and services for the senior population of Cannon County to promote independence, self-sufficiency, health, and the overall quality of life. 609 Lehman Street, P. O. Box 336, Woodbury, TN 37190 (615) 563-5304 (C)

    CASA OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY

    Provides trained volunteers to serve as objective third parties in court cases of child abuse and neglect to advocate for the child's best interest in court. 123 E Main St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 904-6996 (R)

    CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY

    Offers safety, justice, and healing for child victims of sexual or physical abuse. 1040 Samsonite Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615)867-9000 (R,C)

    COMMUNITY FOOD PARTNERS: A PROGRAM OF SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE

    www.secondharvestnashville.org Provides food to agencies that feed senior citizens, poor children, struggling parents, the homeless, the disabled, and those recovering from addiction, allowing the agencies to devote more resources to caring for people and fewer resources on food. 331 Great Circle Rd, Nashville, TN 37228 (615)329-3491 (R, C)

    COMMUNITY HELPERS

    Provides emergency assistance with rent, utilities, medicine, wood, kerosene, and emergency tooth extractions. 814 S. Church St., Suite 110, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 898-0617 (R)

    CRISIS CENTER: A PROGRAM OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICES

    www.crisisinterventioncenter.org Provides 24-hour telephone counseling, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, including information and referral. Grief support groups for survivors of suicide and sudden loss are also provided. PO Box, Nashville, TN 37203 (615)244-7444 (R,C)

    DISCOVERY CENTER AT MURFREE SPRING

    www.discoverycenteronline.org A hands-on museum that helps children learn more about themselves and the world around them. 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615)890-2300 (R,C)

    THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAM

    www.dvpshelter.org Provides services to victims of domestic violence and elder abuse including emergency safe shelter, crisis hotline, walk-in crisis counseling, court advocacy and support groups. 826 Memorial Blvd., Suite 205, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Crisis Line: (615)896-2012. Main Line: (615)896-9452 (R,C)

    EXCHANGE CLUB FAMILY CENTER

    www.xcfc.org Teaches parenting skills & child development; educates the community on types and aspects of child abuse, and provides support services. 115 Heritage Park Dr., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615)890-4673 (R,C)

    GIRL SCOUTS, CUMBERLAND VALLEY COUNCIL

    www.girlscoutsofcv.org Works with girls ages 5-17 to build character, conduct, patriotism and service so they may become confident and contributing citizens. 303 West Burton St., Suite 6, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 890-2451 (R,C)

    THE GUIDANCE CENTER: PATH PROGRAM

    www.vbhcs.org Provides outreach and case management to persons who were homeless and have a severe/persistent mental illness or co-occurring disorder (mental illness and drug or alcohol addiction). 2126 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 898-0771(R,C)

    HOLLOWAY HARBOR CHILD CARE CENTER

    www.rcs.k12.tn.us Provides a child care program for infants and toddlers which provides teen parents an opportunity to complete the educational requirements for graduation, in order to become productive citizens and responsible parents. 619 S. Highland Ave., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615)890-6004 (R)

    HOSPICE OF MURFREESBORO

    www.alivehospice.org/hom Provides care and support for persons with limited life expectancies and their families. 625 S. Church St., Suite 100, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 896-4663 (R,C)

    KIDS ON THE BLOCK OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE

    www.kotb.org Uses puppets to educate children from grades 2-6 as well as the broader community about health and social concerns that affect their lives. 3600 Trousdale Dr., Nashville, TN 37204 (615)333-6356 (R)

    LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE AND THE CUMBERLANDS

    www.las.org Provides legal advocacy and education to obtain basic necessities or protection from family violence for persons of low-income and elderly people. 526 N. Walnut St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 890-0905 (R,C)

    MID-CUMBERLAND HUMAN RESOURCE AGENCY

    www.mchra.com

    MEALS-ON-WHEELS PROGRAM: Provides hot, nutritional meals to the elderly in Rutherford County as a means of assisting persons age 60 years and older in maintaining their dignity, health, and independence. Murfreesboro: (615) 895-1870 and Smyrna: (615) 459-2227 (R)

    HOMEMAKER PROGRAM: Provides assistance for elderly and disabled adults to help gain or maintain self-sufficiency and independence, prevent or remedy neglect, abuse or exploitation of children or adults who are unable to protect their own interests. (615)850-3909 (R)

    OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM: Assigns volunteers to nursing homes to provide advocacy for the elderly. 1101 Kermit Drive, Suite 300, Nashville, TN 37217 (615)850-3922 (R)

    YOUTH CAN: Provides assistance to help young people enter the workforce; academic and occupational skills training, as well as the attainment of a healthy work ethic. 415 North Maple St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 217-6823 (R)

    MURFREESBORO CITY SCHOOLS CHILDREN'S FUND

    www.cityschools.net Provides clothing and shoes for children within the Murfreesboro City school system. 2552 South Church St., Suite 100, Murfreesboro, TN 37127 (615) 893-2313 (R)

    NASHVILLE'S TABLE: A PROGRAM OF SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE

    www.secondharvestnashville.org Reduces hunger by rescuing excess prepared and perishable food from those with abundance and providing it at no charge to those in need. 331 Great Circle Road, Nashville, TN 37288 (615) 329-3491 (R)

    NURSES FOR NEWBORNS OF TN

    www.nfnf.org Serves as a safety net for at-risk families by helping to prevent infant mortality, child abuse and neglect through in-home nursing visits that provide health care, education, and positive parenting skills. 50 Vantage Way, Suite 101, Nashville, TN 37228 (615)313-9989 (R)

    PROJECT H.E.L.P.

    www.mtsu.edu/~projhelp/index.html Provides educational and support services to developmentally delayed children, birth to 3 years of age, and their families. PO Box 413 , MTSU, Murfreesboro, TN 32132 (615)898-2458 (R,C)

    RAPE RECOVERY & PREVENTION CENTER

    www.rape.org Strives to give a voice to victims, family members, and the community concerning sexual assault though advocacy, crisis intervention, therapeutic services, and prevention education and training. 826 Memorial Blvd., Suite 201, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, Crisis Line: (615) 494-9262, Main Line: (615)494-9881 (R, C)

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY ADULT ACTIVITY CENTER

    Provides vocational training and placement; OT, PT, and speech therapies; social work services; training in community living skills and supervised living settings for adults with

    mental retardation. 1130 Haley Rd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 890-4389 (R,C)

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY EMERGENCY FOOD BANK

    Relieves hunger in south Rutherford County by serving persons who are temporarily unable to provide for themselves. 211 Bridge Ave., McFadden Community Center, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 895-1148 (R)

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY FAMILY YMCA:

    YOUTH & TEEN OUTREACH PROGRAM

    www.ymcamidtn.org Provides outreach programs for 'at-risk' children ages 8-17 with positive role models, a safe environment, fitness programs, educational materials, tutors, and a sense of belonging. 205 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 895-5995 (R)

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY PRIMARY CARE & HOPE CLINIC

    www.hopeclnc.org Provides primary medical care at low cost to low income and uninsured residents of Rutherford County. 745 South Church St., Suite 601, Murfreesboro, TN 37130...615-893-9390 (R,C)

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS CHARITY FUND

    www.rcs.k12.tn.us Provides clothing and shoes for needy students enrolled in the Rutherford County School System. 2240 Southpark Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37128 615-893-5812 (R)

    THE SALVATION ARMY: EMERGENCY SHELTER &

    TRANSIENT ASSISTANCE

    www.salvationarmyusa.org Provides emergency shelter for families and men as well as bus tickets, gasoline assistance, and emergency food to transient persons. 1137 West Main St., PO Box 791, Murfreesboro, TN 37133-0791 (615) 895-7071 (R,C)

    SMYRNA-LAVERGNE FOOD BANK

    Provides emergency food to people in the northern part of Rutherford County, specifically households where children are zoned for Smyrna or La Vergne schools. 130 Richardson Road, Smyrna, TN 37167 (615) 355-0697 (R)

    SPECIAL KIDS

    www.specialkidstn.com Provides services to special needs children ages 0-21 and their families. Also offers speech, occupational, and physical therapy and outpatient nursing services. 202 Arnette St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 890-1003 (R,C)

    ST. CLAIR STREET SENIOR CENTER

    www.ci.murfreesboro.tn.us Offers services designed to promote fellowship, encourage artistic and social development, and promote physical well-being for seniors over 60 years of age. 325 St. Clair St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 848-2550 (R,C)

    STARS, STUDENTS TAKING A RIGHT STAND

    www.studentstakingarightstand.org Provides prevention and intervention programs for Rutherford County students that help them make healthy lifestyle choices. 2416 Hillsboro Rd., Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37212 (615) 279-0058 (R)

    SUCCESS BY 6®

    www.bornlearning.org SB6 provides educational resources to parents and early education programs to the community to ensure all children are ready for kindergarten. 836 Commercial Ct., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 907-1114 (R,C)

    TEEN PEACE: A PROGRAM OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INTERVENTION

    www.dvictn.org Provides counseling and education to adolescents in the juvenile court system who have demonstrated problems with domestic and relationship violence. 1608 Woodmont Blvd., Nashville, TN 37215 (615)255-0711 (R)

    TENNESSEE POISON CENTER

    www.poisonlifeline.org Operates a 24-hour, 7 days-a-week emergency telephone service providing information and assistance for the treatment and prevention of exposure to any toxic substance. 1161 21st Ave. South, Nashville, TN 37232-4632 1-800-222-1222 (R,C)

    UPPER CUMBERLAND HUMAN RESOURCE AGENCY

    NUTRITION PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY: www.uchra.org Improves the health and well being of older adults by providing them with a nutritious meal, both home-delivered and congregate, to promote independence. 301 W. Main Street, Suite 302, Woodbury, TN 37190 (615) 563-2916 (C)

    VANDERBILT BILL WILKERSON CENTER

    www.vanderbiltbillwilkersoncenter.com Provides evaluation and treatment for hearing, speech, and language disorders. 1114 19th Ave. South, Nashville, TN 37212 (615)936-5000 (R,C)

    WEE CARE DAY CARE CENTER

    Provides childcare for children 6 weeks old to school age, serving two nutritious meals and a snack each day. Fees are determined by household income. 510 South Hancock St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 890-4317 (R)

    WEST MAIN MISSION

    Provides aid to needy people in Rutherford County through the distribution of food, clothing, household items, furniture, and Christmas gifts. Assistance is also provided for meals, gasoline, and bus tickets for transients as funds permit. 1400 B West College St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (615) 893-8912 (R,C)

    (R) - Serves Rutherford County only

    (C) - Serves Cannon County only

    (R,C) - Serves Rutherford & Cannon Counties

    Also:

    PROJECT PASS The Goal of Project PASS is to give adults in Rutherford Counties an opportunity to make a lasting change in their lives. It hopes to help them succeed in their everyday live by equipping them with the necessary tools to improve their lives. It also hopes to educate the citizens of Rutherford and Cannon Counties about the importance of GED testing, financial workshops, basic computer skills and workplace skills. Contact Lena Warnock at (615) 893-7303 ext. 102

    2-1-1

    201 23rd Ave. N., Nashville

    Phone (615) 269-4357

    www.211tn.org


    Nashville Parks

    Park Name Location
    Alta Lake Greenway Dodson Chapel at Bell Road
    Antioch
    5023 Blue Hole Road Map
    Bass 1604 Holly Street Map
    Alvin G. Beaman
    4111 Little Marrowbone Road Map
    Sally Beaman 3701 Benham Avenue
    Bellevue 656 Colice Jean Road Map
    Bellevue Greenway
    Morton Mill Road Map
    Bells Bend 4107 Old Hickory Blvd. Map
    Bicentennial 170 1st Avenue North Map
    Bordeaux Garden Snell Road at Panorama Drive Map
    Bordeaux Timothy 4100 Timothy Drive Map
    Boyd-Taylor 3900 Clifton Avenue Map
    Owen Bradley Music Square East at Division
    Brookmeade 7002 Charlotte Pike Map
    Buena Vista
    2301 Metro Center Blvd. Map
    Cane Ridge 419 Battle Road Map
    Cedar Hill
    860 W. Old Hickory Blvd. Map
    Centennial 2500 West End Avenue Map
    Charlotte 6031 Deal Avenue Map
    Church Street 600 Church Street Map
    Cleveland 925 North 6th Street Map
    Cockrill Bend 7265 Cockrill Bend Blvd. Map
    William Coleman
    384 Thompson Lane Map
    Commerce Center 120 3rd Avenue North Map
    Cecil Rhea Crawford 13302 Old Hickory Blvd. Map
    Downtown Greenway 414 Gay Street
    Fannie Mae Dees 2400 Blakemore Avenue Map
    Fred Douglas
    210 North 7th Street Map
    Louise and Rebecca Dudley
    305 Chestnut Street Map
    Downtown Greenway 1st Ave. at Gay St.
    East
    700 Woodland Street Map
    East Bank Greenway 50 Titans Way Map
    Eastland 1501 Douglas Avenue Map
    William Edmondson 1700 Charlotte Avenue Map
    Elizabeth
    1701 Arthur at 11th Avenue N. Map
    Elmington
    3531 West End Avenue Map
    Ezell Road Park 5135 Harding Place Map
    Clinton B. Fisk 25th Avenue N. at Burch Street Map
    Fort Negley 534 Chestnut Street Map
    Granbery 5501 Hill Road Map
    Grassmere Wildlife 3777 Nolensville Road Map
    Green Hills 1200 Lone Oak Road Map
    Hadley 1037 28th Avenue North Map
    Hamilton Creek
    2901 Bell Road Map
    Harpeth Knoll
    Harpeth Knoll Road Map
    Harpeth River
    7820 Coley Davis Road Map
    Richard Hartman 2801 Tucker Road Map
    Heartland Park 3135 Heartland Drive Map
    Hermitage 3720 James Kay Lane Maps
    H. G. Hill 6710 Charlotte Pike Map
    Hall of Fame Park 121 4th Avenue South
    Hope Gardens 1009 Phillips Street Map
    Joelton 021 Joelton Com. Ctr. Rd. Map
    Tom Joy Park 434 Joy Avenue Map
    Kirkpatrick 1000 Sevier Street Map
    Litton School 4510 Gallatin Road Map
    Lock I 1530 Lock Rd. Map
    Lock II
    2650 Lock Two Road Map
    Madison 510 N. Dupont Avenue
    McCabe Murphy Road at 46th Avenue N. Map
    McFerrin 301 Berry Street Map
    McKissack 28th Avenue N. at Torbett Street Map
    Memorial 1105 Chadwell Drive Map
    Metro Ctr. Levee Greenway 766 Freeland's Sta. Rd Map
    Metro Soccer Complex 1266 Donelson Pike
    Mill Creek Greenway 5023 Blue Hole Rd. Map
    Monroe St. Playground 11th Avenue N. at Monroe Map
    Morgan 411 Hume Street Map
    J. C. Napier 73 Fairfield Avenue Map
    Dallas H. Neil 8th Avenue N. at Wedgewood Map
    Oakwood Oakwood and Bethwood Map
    Paragon Mills 465 Benita Drive Map
    Parmer 578 Leake Avenue Map
    Parkwood 3220 Vailview Drive Map
    E. N. Peeler 2043 Neeley's Bend Road Map
    William A. Pitts 299 Tusculum Road Map
    Providence Reisha Drive
    Public Square 10 Public Square
    Reservoir 8th Avenue South at Argyle Avenue Map
    Ted Rhodes 1901 Ed Temple Blvd. Map
    Richland 4601 Charlotte Pike Map
    Riverfront 100 1st Avenue N. and S. Map
    E. S. Rose 1000 Edgehill Avenue Map
    Tony Rose 08 Music Circle East Map
    Seven Oaks School Lane and McGavock Map
    Sevenmile Creek Edmondson Pike at Oakley Map
    Sevier Lealand at Clayton Avenue Map
    Shelby Shelby Avenue at S. 20th Street Map
    Shelby Bottoms East of Shelby Park Map
    Shelby Walk Mini Park 1400 Shelby Avenue Map
    Mildred Shute Mini Park 77 Fain Street
    South Inglewood
    1624 Rebecca Avenue Map
    St. Bernards 21st Avenue N. at St. Bernards Map
    Stones River Greenway 1203 Stones River Road Map
    Thompson Lane - Mill Creek ---- Thompson Lane Map
    Turner School 507 Tanksley Avenue
    Two Rivers 3150 McGavock Pike Map
    Edwin Warner
    50 Vaughn Road Map
    Percy Warner
    2500 Old Hickory Blvd. Map
    Watkins 616 17th Avenue North Map
    Wentworth Caldwell Sr. 4927 Edmondson Pike Map
    West
    6105 Morrow Road Map
    Whites Creek 7277 Old Hickory Blvd. Map
    Whites Creek Greenway 2801 Tucker Road
    William Whitfield Edmondson at Brewer Map
    Willow Creek 1821 Westchester Drive Map
    Woodmont 912 Estes Drive Map




    Nashville Area Libraries

    Main Library
    Info | Directions | Parking
    615 Church Street
    Nashville, TN 37219
    615.862.5800
    Mon-Thurs 9-8; Fri 9-6; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5

    Branch Libraries
    All branches are closed on Fridays

    Bellevue
    650 Colice Jeanne Road
    Nashville, TN 37221
    615.862.5854
    M, W 9:30-5:30; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5
    Closed Friday & Sunday

    Bordeaux
    4000 Clarksville Pike
    Nashville, TN 37218
    615.862.5856
    M-Th 9:30-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    Donelson
    2315 Lebanon Road
    Nashville, TN 37214
    615.862.5859
    M-Th 9:30-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    East
    206 Gallatin Road
    Nashville, TN 37206
    615.862.5860
    M, W 9:30-5:30; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Edgehill
    1409 12th Avenue, South
    Nashville, TN 37203
    615.862.5861
    M, T, W 9:30-5:30; Th 11-7; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Edmondson Pike
    5501 Edmondson Pike
    Nashville, TN 37211
    615.880.3957
    M-Th 9:30-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    Goodlettsville
    106 Old Brick Church Pike
    Goodlettsville, TN 37072
    615.862.5862
    M, W 9:30-5:30; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Green Hills
    3701 Benham Avenue
    Nashville, TN 37215
    615.862.5863
    M-Th 9:30-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    Hadley Park
    1039 28th Avenue, North
    Nashville, TN 37208
    615.862.5865
    M, T, W 9:30-5:30; Th 11-7; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Hermitage
    3700 James Kay Lane
    Hermitage, TN 37076
    615.880.3951
    M-Th 9:30-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    Inglewood
    4312 Gallatin Road
    Nashville, TN 37216
    615.862.5866
    M, W 9:30-5:30; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Looby
    2301 Metro Center Boulevard
    Nashville, TN 37228
    615.862.5867
    M, W 9:30-8; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    Madison
    610 Gallatin Pike South
    Madison, TN 37115
    615.862.5868
    M-Th 9:30-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    North
    1001 Monroe Street
    Nashville, TN 37208
    615.862.5858
    M, W, Th 9:30-5:30; T - 11-7; Sat - 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Old Hickory
    1010 Jones Street
    Old Hickory, TN 37138
    615.862.5869
    M, W 9:30-5:30; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Pruitt
    117 Charles E. Davis Boulevard
    Nashville, TN 37210
    615.862.5985
    M-Th 9:30-7; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Richland Park
    4711 Charlotte Avenue
    Nashville, TN 37209
    615.862.5870
    M, W 9:30-5:30; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Southeast
    2325 Hickory Highlands Drive
    Antioch, TN 37013
    615.862.5871
    M-Th 9:30-8; Sat 9-5; Sun 2-5; Closed Friday

    Thompson Lane
    380 Thompson Lane
    Nashville, TN 37211
    615.862.5873
    M, W 9:30-5:30; T, Th 12-8; Sat 9-5; Closed Friday & Sunday

    Watkins Park
    612 17th Avenue, North
    Nashville, TN 37203
    615.862.5872
    M-Th 10-6; Closed Friday, Saturday, & Sunday

    Special Services:

    Nashville Talking Library
    505 Heritage Drive
    Madison, TN 37115
    615.862.5874
    Schedule Line: 615.862.5876

    Library Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
    615 Church Street
    Nashville, TN 37219
    Voice/TTY: 615.862.5750
    TN Toll-Free: 1.800.342.3262
    E-mail: library.hearingimpaired@nashville.gov
    Hours: M-F 9-5; Closed Saturday & Sunday

    Metro Archives
    3801 Green Hills Village Dr.
    Nashville, TN 37215
    615.862.5880
    Hours: M-F 9:30-5:30; Closed Saturday & Sunday

    Bookmobile Headquarters
    Donelson Branch (lower level)
    2315 Lebanon Road
    Nashville TN, 37214
    For complete schedule information call 615.862.5859