LOCAL RESOURCES
The following information is provided in good faith strictly for the convenience of Seniors Plus More clients and potential clients.
No endorsement of these resources is made by Seniors Plus More; no liability will be assumed by Seniors Plus More or its agents for claims made as a result of interactions with the organizations named herein.
Seniors Plus More encourages its clients and potential clients to inform them of any additional resources which may be available for caregivers and the caregiving community.
AARP Tennessee
Learn about health, financial security, housing, caregiving and more. Explore the interests, concerns and needs of people 50 plus.
http://www.aarp.org/states/tn
tnaarp@aarp.org
615-313-8414
Alzheimer’s Association of Tennessee
The Alzheimer’s Association Helpline operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in 140 languages.
www.alz.org/altn
glenda.berry@alz.org
615-292-4938 or Toll-Free 1-800-272-3900
Council on Aging
COA addresses the unmet needs of older adults and caregivers through information, advocacy and education and by being a catalyst for comprehensive solutions.
http://www.councilonaging-midtn.org/
info@coamidtn.org
615-353-4235
GNRC Area Agency on Aging & Disability
Greater Nashville Area Agency on Aging & Disability (GNAAAD) is one of nine agencies statewide whose mission is to plan programs and services for the older population and adults with disabilities.
http://www.gnrcaaad.org/
dschlaufman@GNRC.org
615- 862-8828
Leading Age Tennessee
Leading Age Tennessee is an association of communities and professionals providing quality housing, health, community and related services for the elderly.
http://leadingagetennessee.org/
615-256-1800
Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee
The Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee (MHAMT) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that has been providing services to the Middle Tennessee community for over 65 years.
www.ichope.com forinfo@mhamt.org
615-269-5355
Silver Link Cares
As senior care consultants, we offer a complimentary referral service for seniors, their families and caregivers that provides a full spectrum of placement and service options
http://www.silverlinkcares.com
615-860-1312
Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability
The Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability brings together and leverages programs, resources, and organizations to protect and ensure the quality of life and independence of older Tennesseans and adults with disabilities.
http://www.tennessee.gov/comaging
laverdia.mccullough@tn.gov
615-741-2056
Tennessee Respite Coalition
The Tennessee Respite Coalition (TRC) provides relief to families and caregivers from the extraordinary and intensive demands of providing ongoing care.
http://www.tnrespite.org/
info@tnrespite.org
615-269-8687
Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program
The Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program is a statewide program that provides free and objective counseling and assistance to persons with questions or problems regarding Medicare and other related health insurances.
http://www.tn.gov/comaging/ship.html
lucy.utt@state.tn.us
1-877-801-0044
Tennessee State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Adrian.Wheeler@state.tn.us
877-236-0013
Vanderbilt-Reynolds Geriatric Education Center
This website offers geriatric medicine educational resources of interest to professionals of all disciplines in the field of geriatrics.
http://www.vanderbiltreynolds.org/
615-322-5000
GENERAL RESOURCES
Administration on Aging
Alzheimer’s Association
Alzheimer’s Association Respite Care Guide
http://www.alz.org/national/documents/brochure_respitecareguide.pdf
HBO – The Alzheimer’s Project
http://www.hbo.com/alzheimers/
Leading Age
Mayo Clinic Information on Caregivers
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregivers/MY00395
Meals on Wheels Association of America
Medicare
http://www.medicare.gov/default.aspx
National Center on Elder Abuse
http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/ncearoot/Main_Site/index.aspx
National Eldercare Locator
National Institute on Aging
National Institute of Health – Senior Health
http://nihseniorhealth.gov/alzheimerscare/toc.html
Pleural Mesothelioma Center
http://www.PleuralMesothelioma.com