Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System

Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System is a 140-bed behavioral health and substance abuse hospital offering inpatient services for children, adolescents, and their families. Specialized program for children ages 6-12 Acute inpatient program Individual/Group Therapy Assessment & Treatment Planning Case Management On site School Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Grant and Scholarship Options for Medical Care

Kauffman’s Children Center has created a list of multiple grant and scholarship options are available for families affected by special needs.  Some are diagnosis specific. Some are age specific or state specific. http://www.kidspeech.com/services/1032-grants-general-for-special-needs-children.html

Tennessee Association of Microboards & Cooperatives

“A microboard is a small group of committed family and friends who join together with an individual with a disability to create a non-profit organization.” “Microboards and Cooperatives provide natural supports to the individuals who are the focus of their collective energy.  They can also become providers of services under Tennessee’s Home and Community Based…

VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

During tax season each year, the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga coordinates the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in partnership with the City of Chattanooga, the IRS, and the United Way of Greater Chattanooga. Offering free tax preparation services to low- to moderate-income individuals and families.  Find tax site locations, what to bring, tax…

Special Needs Planning at Chambliss, Bohner, & Stophel

When planning for long term care of a loved one with special needs, special care must be taken to work with someone who specializes in estate planning for those with disabilities and special needs trusts.  “Dana Perry concentrates her practice on estate planning, special needs planning and elder law. Dana has a hands-on approach helping clients provide…

Brain Injury Association of Tennessee

our MISSION Educating and supporting Tennessee brain injury survivors, families, and caregivers. our VISION Uniting communities to maximize the quality of life of those affected by brain injury. our GOALS To meet our mission and head toward our vision, the Brain Injury Association of Tennessee has set goals for the immediate future, as follows: