# Support Help - Tennessee ## National Resources for Support - **United Way 211** - **Phone:** Dial 211 - **Website:** [https://www.211.org](https://www.211.org/) - **Description:** Free and confidential service that helps connect individuals to essential resources in their community. - **National Helpline (SAMHSA)** - **Phone:** 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - **Website:** [https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline](https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline) - **Description:** Confidential treatment and information service for individuals and families. - **Crisis Text Line** - **Text:** Text HOME to 741741 - **Website:** [https://www.crisistextline.org](https://www.crisistextline.org/) - **Description:** 24/7 text-based emotional support. ## Statewide Support Services - **Tennessee Assistance Hotline** - **Phone:** 1-855-CRISIS-1 (1-855-274-7471) - **Description:** 24/7 hotline for assistance with a variety of needs, including housing, mental health, and crisis support. - **Tennessee Department of Human Services** - **Phone:** 1-866-311-4287 - **Website:** [https://www.tn.gov/humanservices](https://www.tn.gov/humanservices) - **Description:** Provides statewide support services including housing assistance, food programs, and financial aid. ## Local Support Resources by Region/City ### Nashville - **United Way of Greater Nashville** - **Phone:** (615) 255-8501 - **Website:** [https://www.unitedwaygreaternashville.org](https://www.unitedwaygreaternashville.org/) - **Address:** 250 Venture Circle, Nashville, TN 37228 - **Services:** Local support groups, resource navigation, and financial assistance. ### Memphis - **Mid-South Food Bank** - **Phone:** (901) 527-0841 - **Website:** [https://www.midsouthfoodbank.org](https://www.midsouthfoodbank.org/) - **Address:** 3865 South Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN 38118 - **Description:** Provides food assistance and connections to other local resources. ### Knoxville - **Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC)** - **Phone:** (865) 546-3500 - **Website:** [https://www.knoxcac.org](https://www.knoxcac.org/) - **Address:** 2247 Western Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921 - **Description:** Offers housing assistance, transportation, and senior services. ### Chattanooga - **Partnership for Families, Children, and Adults** - **Phone:** (423) 755-2822 - **Website:** [https://www.partnershipfca.com](https://www.partnershipfca.com/) - **Address:** 1800 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404 - **Description:** Provides crisis intervention, counseling, and resource referrals. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **Virtual Support Groups:** - **Website:** [https://www.nami.org](https://www.nami.org/) - **Description:** Confidential online meetings for mental health and general support. - **Remote Counseling Services:** - **Website:** [https://www.betterhelp.com](https://www.betterhelp.com/) - **Description:** Provides virtual therapy and support sessions. ## Educational and Outreach Programs - **Workshops and Seminars:** - **Website:** [https://www.tspn.org/trainings](https://www.tspn.org/trainings) - **Description:** Programs focused on empowerment, life skills, and community building. - **Community Resource Centers:** - **Website:** [https://www.unitedwaygreaternashville.org](https://www.unitedwaygreaternashville.org/) - **Description:** Locations offering in-person assistance and connections to services. --- _Updated as of January 2025. For updates or corrections, please contact United Way of Greater Nashville at (615) 255-8501._