The IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals: *People who generally make $56,000 or
AARP volunteers provide free federal income tax preparation/filing assistance to all, but give preference to seniors age 60 and above. For more information: Online: https://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/ #taxes
VITA and AARP volunteers assist with filing tax returns and do not charge for their help. VITA volunteers provide free federal income tax preparation/filing assistance for individuals and families, generally
Credit.org offers FREE debt analysis and allows you to talk with one of their financial coaches. Their services include: Review your finances Discuss debt relief options Create an action plan
Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennesee is a nonprofit legal aide organization with 32 attorneys functioning in 48 counties. They will take on certain types of cases for free. They
Southeast Tennessee Legal Services’ principal programs are Order of Protection and Family Law case. They serve the victims of domestic violence. Sometimes they represent them in obtaining divorces, and more
In 2020, CNE released its housing and neighborhoods policy platform titled Building Thriving Neighborhoods for Every Chattanoogan: A platform for Chattanooga candidates and elected representatives . The platform recognizes that
By focusing on an individual’s “Well Mind, Well Being ,” Helen Ross McNabb Center provides a quality and compassionate approach to care from infancy through adulthood. Covering many different aspects
We are a nonprofit providing civil legal help to underserved individuals, families, and communities in 17 counties in West Tennessee. We offer no-cost civil legal aid to West Tennesseans, focusing
The mission of Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands (“LAS”) is to advance, defend, and enforce the legal rights of low-income and vulnerable people in order to
Across 26 counties — from Chattanooga to the Tri Cities — Legal Aid of East Tennessee provides civil legal representation for those who need it most: the elderly, victims of
Our mission is to provide civil legal services to those with limited means and those who are at risk. This comes from our conviction that regardless of ones’ circumstances in
We provide free legal advice and representation for low-income, disabled, and elderly clients in legal crises that threaten self-sufficiency or quality of life. We serve people in Fayette, Lauderdale, Shelby
Legal Aid Services of South Central TN are a collection of professionals in South Central Tennessee ready to prodive legal services of the following nature: Consumer, Custody, Dissolution of Marriage,
In Tennessee, the Department of Human Services administers the Child Support Program. Offices are located across the state in all 32 Judicial Districts. The services are provided through local district
The Tennessee Department of Human Services offers various resources for adults, families, and individuals with a disability. For more information: Online: https://www.tn.gov/humanservices.html
HELP4TN is a program that provides Tennesseans with a broad range of legal and social services resources. The HELP4TN web portal has links to legal information in booklets, handouts, and
The Tennessee Alliance for Legal Services serves as a statewide coordination point for civil justice issues with the goal of educating policy makers, advocates, and the public about civil legal
Tennessee Justice Center believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are intrinsically valuable and necessary to manifest their mission of justice for all. They recognize that racism is foundational to the
Disability Rights Tennessee (DRT) is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free legal advocacy services to protect the rights of Tennesseans with disabilities. For more information: Online: https://www.disabilityrightstn.org/ Call:
The Tennessee Disability Coalition is an alliance of organizations and individuals joined to promote the full and equal participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of life. To support
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families. Founded in
In Tennessee, individuals convicted of a felony lose their right to vote. However, in some cases, people with felony convictions can have their right to vote restored. ACLU’s goal is
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs provide assistance to people who meet their requirements for disability. The SSDI program pays benefits to you and certain
Advocacy Center (JCAC) is the only fully court-based Family Justice Center in the country. The JCAC increases the safety of domestic and sexual violence victims by creating a supportive environment
CHP has an ongoing mission to create, supply and maintain affordable housing for Williamson County residents who are low-income, who are elderly, who have disabilities, and who are workforce families.
If you are seeking help with any type of life-controlling problem for yourself, a friend, or a family member, you have come to the right place! Women at the Well
About four to six times a year – for one week at a time – Host congregations provide overnight lodging, meals (supper, breakfast, and brown-bag lunch), and hospitality. Hosting rotates
The Columbia Housing and Redevelopment Corporation’s mission is to provide outstanding affordable housing and redevelopment services to improve the quality of life for our residents and the community. For more
The organization provides housing in support of The Lenoir City Housing Authority which provides housing for very low, low and moderate income families. LCHA accepts COMPLETE applications, which can be
The LHA offers one Public Housing community with 121 units for families and senior/disabled individuals. To apply, visit the LHA to pick up an application, located at 124 Pathkiller Tr.,
24 Hour Hotline. Anyone in crisis due to domestic abuse, sexual violence, stalking, or human trafficking may call this hotline for support and as a means to begin receiving services.
The mission of SCHRA is to assist eligible people of all ages obtain a variety of services and resources. The South Central Human Resource Agency (SCHRA) delivers social services and
Riverplace Connection, Inc. is a faith based recovery program established to provide individuals recently released from incarceration with the opportunity and encouragement they need to overcome obstacles, develop skills and
The Chattanooga Housing Authority manages approximately 2,300 affordable apartments at 14 locations around the Chattanooga area. Our housing comes in all sizes and types, from single-family dwellings to high-rise apartments.
The Salvation Army exists to meet human need wherever, whenever and however we can. Our presence in the Southern U.S. serves communities in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland,
Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties (ADFAC) began in the mid 1980’s as a local ecumenical effort to provide assistance to impoverished families. Over the years, ADFAC has honored
Originally set in place to provide affordable alcohol and substance abuse treatment, Buffalo Valley soon realized that there was a great need for affordable housing programs as well. Apply online
Ex-Offender Community Re-entry Program offers housing and support for non-violent ex-offenders returning to the community. Other programs such as DUI school, food, counseling available. For more information: Phone: (901) 323-8400
The vision of ORHA is the be a valuable partner in the vitality of our community by stabilizing and transforming neighborhoods while empowering working families, elderly, and veterans to greater
Following the teachings of Jesus Christ, we provide help to those in need and bring them hope by supporting them on the path from poverty to self-sufficiency. Catholic Charities of
YWCA Greater Memphis is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. For over 100 years, we have helped women, girls, and families
United Housing provides affordable housing, homebuyer education, counseling and low interest rate loan products. UHI targets its services to families that are low-to-moderate income and first time home buyers. UHI
RISE Foundation offers programs that help Memphis public housing residents achieve financial self- sufficiency, thereby making the city a healthier place. Programs include Save Up, Common Cents, and the Responsible
The Neighborhood Housing Opportunities program empowers “working poor” families toward economic stability through the provisions of homeownership of decent, safe, quality affordable housing. They also provide counseling for families at
Safe Haven is the only shelter-to-housing program of its kind in Middle Tennessee that accepts the entire homeless family. We keep the family together and provide comprehensive services that empower
Since 1991 Urban Housing Solutions has been developing and managing affordable housing for Nashville’s homeless, low income, and workforce populations. By both constructing new buildings and transforming aging properties, we
Keep Nashville Housed: Building stability through a compassionate and collaborative rental, mortgage, and utility assistance program. For more information: Phone: (615) 485-5920 Address: 108 7th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37203`
Providing home loans and rental assistance through various programs in order to promote the production and preservation of more affordable housing for the lower income tennesseans and families in our
The National Urban League is a historic civil rights and urban advocacy organization with 90 affiliates serving 300 communities, providing direct services that impact and improve the lives of more