Screening Tools
Substance Abuse Screenings in Tennessee (SBIRT-TN) Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment: SBIRT is a substance abuse screening and referral to treatment initiative. It is patient-centered and offers education and early intervention to identify and address substance misuse in primary care settings. Patients are asked about their substance use confidentially.
Institute for Research, Education & Training in Addictions (IRETA) SBIRT Toolkit
University of Washington Substance Use Screening & Assessments Instrument Database
NASHIA’s OBISSS (Online Brain Injury Screening and Support System)
Championing Healthy Aging: The Critical Role of Brain Injury Screening in Supporting Older Adults
Ohio State University TBI Identification Method – a screening tool for Brain Injury
Age-Related Preventative Screenings – Johns Hopkins Medicine
Crisis Intervention Tools
Tennessee Adult Protective Services 1-888-APS-TENN (1-888-277-8366)
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or you can text to 988; 988lifeline.org to chat with someone.
Continuum of Crisis Services and 988 2-minute informational video
Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then Press 1; or text 838255.
NAMI Blog: How to Help Someone in Crisis
NAMI Warning Signs and Symptoms
211 Helpline | Get Connected. Get Help. — The 211 Helpline is a 24/7 365-day information and referral help line that provides individuals in need with help in times of crisis and beyond.
SAMHSA National Helpline: Confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information. 1-800-662-4357
Tennessee REDLINE: 24/7/365 resource for substance abuse treatment referrals. Anyone can call or text 800-889-9789 for confidential referrals.
TN Statewide Crisis Phone Line: 24 hours/365 days; a free resource for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis; provides support, guidance and appropriate community supports. (855-274-7471)
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262). TTY users can use a preferred relay service or dial 711 and then 1-833-852-6262.
National Resources
AARP.org (American Association of Retired Persons) is a nonprofit organization that advocates for and provides services to people aged 50 and older.
ACL’s Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Technical Assistance and Resource Center’s (TARC) Aging Guide: Considerations and Best Practices for Older Adults with Brain Injury
State Resources
Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability map of 9 offices across the state.
Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging
TennCare Learn about and apply for Medicaid services in Tennessee.
Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program (TN SHIP) 1-877-801-0044
Tennessee Coalition for Better Aging promotes the general welfare of older Tennesseans and their families, through partnerships that mobilize resources to educate and advocate for important policies and programs.
Tennessee Department of Human Services, Disability Services
Tennessee Department of Health, Adult Protective Services (APS) staff investigate reports of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation of adults who are unable to protect themselves due to a physical or mental limitation. APS staff assess the need for protective services and provide services to reduce the identified risk to the adult. For additional information, download our brochure.
Tennessee Disability Coalition A Guide to Long-Term Services and Supports in Tennessee
Alzheimer’s Tennessee 24/7 HELPLINE: 1-800-259-4283
Infographics & Factsheets
Gerontological Society of America’s National Center to Reframe Aging
Tennessee Alzheimer’s & Related Dementia Advisory Council trifold — What to do next: Following an Alzheimer’s or Dementia Diagnosis.
Tennessee Dementia Action Collaborative
Articles
National Institute on Aging: What Do We Know About Healthy Aging?
Trainings
American Society on Aging provides free training topics including Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness, Options for Care at Home, Ethics and Cultural Competency
Aging Wellness
Brain Health: How to Have a Healthy Brain Throughout Life — research-based tips for creating a healthy brain, regardless of age.
Support Groups And Related Groups
Senior Centers in your local area
Caregiver Resources
Tennessee Caregiver Coalition https://tncaregiver.org/