Tennessee Respite Coalition

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2603 Elm Hill Pike suite a, Nashville, TN 37214, USA

EIN Number: 03-0512876

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Phone: (615) 269-8687

Hours: Closed

Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (EST)

Sat Closed

Sun Closed

Website: http://www.tnrespite.org

Email: info@tnrespite.org

NTEE Code: P40: Family Services

MISSION - WHAT WE DO

The mission of Tennessee Respite Coalition is to ensure the quality of life for family caregivers through respite.

SERVICES - HOW WE DO IT

Respite Voucher Program The Respite Voucher Program (RVP) provides voucher reimbursement for respite services across the state. Family caregivers complete vouchers documenting the respite services provided and what they did with their gift of time. Funding for the vouchers comes from a number of different sources, including the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability, The Healing Trust, West End Home Foundation, Caregiver Relief Program of Bedford County and individual donations. The variety of funding sources allows the Tennessee Respite Coalition to provide this program for families caring for individuals across the lifespan and across the state. Advocacy The TRC advocates on local, state and national levels for more respite services for family caregivers, as well as educate legislators and the general public about the benefits of respite. Volunteer Respite Program & Senior Companions Senior Companions are volunteers who provide companionship to frail and vulnerable individuals who are dependent upon a full-time caregiver. Each volunteer provides a safe environment and a life-enriching relationship to those they serve. This program is part of Senior Corps through the Corporation for National and Community Service. The TRC became the sponsor of this program in October 2011 and covers Davidson County.One TRC staff member is a certified trainer in the REST program. REST stands for Respite Education and Support Tools. The TRC can provide training to any group that is interested in starting a volunteer respite program. Tennessee Respite Helpline The Tennessee Respite Coalition houses a helpline that responds to request for information about respite services from across the state. The staff provides information on local respite services and answers questions about respite. Callers include family caregivers, professionals working with families in caregiving situations, and friends of caregivers. The Respite Helpline number is 1-888-579-3754.

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Services Offered

  • Advocacy
  • Medical Support Services

Populations Served

  • Caregivers
  • People with Diseases & Illnesses
  • Seniors

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