Funeral Information
Local volunteers for Funeral Consumers Alliance provide information on ways to reduce funeral expenses.
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Government Information
Contact your legislators, mayors, governor, and social security.
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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Serves relatives raising grandchildren or other relatives raising children related to them.
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Home Health Care
Provide skilled nursing, nurses’ aides, therapy, and social services.
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Homemaker, Sitters & In-Home Services
Providers in Tennessee are licensed as Personal Support Services Agencies.
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Home Organizing, Downsizing & Moving
Seniors often need help with a housing transition.
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Home Repair & Modification
Limited help with minor home repairs, modifications, and weatherization.
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Home Security
Free, noncommercial assessments of home crime or fire risks.
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Information & Referral
Local, regional, and national aging services.
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Legal Services
For help with legal issues important to seniors and families.
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Live-In Help
A sitter can be needed round-the-clock for a frail senior.
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Loan Closets
Nonprofits that loan home medical equipment to those unable to buy or rent.
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Medical Care
Clinics and health centers that offer care especially for seniors or low-income persons.
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Medical Equipment & Supplies
Medical equipment and supplies are sold by local retail outlets and also may be purchased online.
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Medical Information & Health Education
Education and information, support group referrals, and other assistance.
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Medical Insurance & Financing
Most listed here are associated with public insurance (Medicare and TennCare).
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Mental Health Services
Including emergency services, assessment, and ongoing treatment.
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Nursing Homes
Objective information, help in selection, and problem resolution.
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Paid Stipend Programs
Foster Grandparents Program and Senior Companion Program.
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Personal Emergency Response System
Enable seniors to remain independent and provide 24-hour contact.
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Personal Support Services Agencies
Sitters, escorted transportation, grocery shopping, meal preparation, companionship, and light housekeeping.
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Pet Services
In addition to the listed pet services, there are mobile pet grooming services.
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Rehabilitation Services
Services include physical, occupational, respiratory, cardio, and other kinds of therapy.
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Prescription Drug Assistance
Resources for money-saving benefits and general assistance.
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Retirement Benefits
Railroad Retirement Board and Social Security Administration.
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Senior Advocacy Groups
AARP and Knoxville-Knox County Council on Aging.
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Senior Care Referral Services
AARP and Knoxville-Knox County Council on Aging.
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Senior Centers
Centers offer activities designed for Knox County seniors (minimum age varies).
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Support Groups
Local and online support groups related to aging, family caregiving, and other topics.