This Senior Services Directory provides essential contact information for the most commonly requested resources that we at JFS Nashville are frequently asked about. The vendors included in this directory are trusted and have received positive feedback from our Jewish community members, though it is not an exhaustive list.
Jewish Family Service is dedicated to supporting you, and we trust that this directory will assist you in finding resources for yourself or a loved one. Our staff is here to address any questions you may have regarding these resources, so please feel free to reach out if you do not see what you need listed.
The 211 Helpline is an information and referral call center that maintains a database of health and human services programs including housing, financial assistance, counseling services and medical care. Just dial 211 for assistance.
The AARP Driver Safety Program offers an interactive, multimedia course that informs seniors about normal age-related changes that affect driving and helps seniors improve their skills. An on-line course is also available. The State of Tennessee requires insurance companies to discount the cost of collision coverage for seniors who complete the course.
Abe's Garden provides personalized services in the comfort of home with a goal of helping families remain in the home. Abe's Garden at Home assists older adults with engagement, activities of daily living, and so much more. The at-home services help older adults remain independent at home and are often an alternative to an assisted living community.
Abe's Garden community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care.
Transportation in Davidson County to individuals with medical conditions that prevent them from getting to and from a bus stop and safely riding a standard bus.
Call 1-888-277-8366 to report any suspected abuse or neglect of an adult. If you are unsure as to whether you should report suspected abuse or neglect or you are concerned that you might be abused or neglected, a trained counselor at Jewish Family Service will be happy to assist you. Your call will alert Adult Protective Services and an investigation of your concerns may follow.
Publishes, "Preparing and Planning," a guide for life's final chapter. The guide contains ready to complete documents including power of attorney and advanced directives. Seniors can get a copy by calling Age Well. JFS has a limited number of guidebooks on hand.
Age Well Middle Tennessee publishes the "Services for Seniors" directory in addition to providing information and referral services. Seniors can get a directory by calling the above number. JFS has a limited number of printed directories on hand.
The goal of Aging in Place Move Management is to move easily and gracefully through the changes in life, at ALL ages and stages through support with downsizing, moving, packing, unpacking, organizing, and estate sales.
Akiva School is a high performing, private K-6 academic institution located in Nashville, TN with a strong focus on a STEAM curriculum and Hebrew studies.
Call the Alcoholics Anonymous Middle Tennessee Central Office for information on a meetings in your area.
Use the Alcoholics Anonymous Middle TN Meeting Search for a list of all local AA meetings.
Alive Hospice provides pain and symptom management for patients as well as emotional support and spiritual care for patients and their loved ones. Hospice care can be provided in patient's homes, at the Alive Hospice Residence, at assisted living, independent living and long-term care facilities; and in area hospitals. Additionally, Alive Hospice provides palliative care for patients with chronic, life-threatening illness who desire comfort care (pain and symptom management) as they pursue curative treatments. The organization is familiar with the Jewish community and customs.
Call or schedule a pick up online.
Aroso Home Care Services provides a team of skilled caregivers to assist clients with meal preparation, medication reminders, personal grooming, housekeeping and safety monitoring. They also provide case management services.
As the oldest Jewish service organization in Nashville, B’nai B’rith Maimonides Lodge #46 has a long tradition of service to its members, their families, the Jewish community, and the Nashville community at large. The lodge's mission is to unify persons of the Jewish faith in the work of promoting their highest interest and those of humanity.
B’nai B’rith Social Unit members belong to all five of the area congregations, and some are unaffiliated. Monthly programs include picnics, tours of Jewish Nashville and the Nashville Holocaust Memorial, theater parties, and holiday celebrations. There are also service projects such as sponsoring Hanukkah parties for local assisted living facilities, book collections for Book-Em, and more.
Barton House specializes in memory care, offering dedicated support for individuals with cognitive disorders like dementia. The community provides a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment where residents receive the personalized care they need. Services include 24-hour personal care, suites custom-designed for memory care, home-style dining and living room areas, dining services, full range of social activities, medication management, and daily nursing supervision.
The Bellevue Church of Christ Health Ministry has medical equipment available including walkers, wheelchairs and bath seats for lending for as long as you need them, free of charge! They also accept gently used equipment for donation.
The Bellevue Community Center offers a wide variety of activities and programs for people of all ages and abilities. Services include a full service fitness center; movement studio; exercise classes including; POUND, Boot Camp, Piloga, and more; indoor and outdoor walking/running tracks; NBA-sized gymnasium; painting and pottery studios; and competitive and recreational sports programs for youth and adults.
Nestled in Green Hills, Belmont Village offers independent, assisted living and memory care. Residents cite enrichment programs, award-winning memory care, premier hospitality and focus in helping residents live engaging, purposeful lives as what sets the organization apart.
Blakeford at Green Hills independent living, assisted living, and memory care where residents age in place with personalized care every step of the way.
Bradley Health Services offers pill packs for daily medications and free delivery within 60 miles.
Bradley Home Health Care is a retailer of medical supplies and equipment.
Brookdale at Belle Meade offers independent, assisted living and memory care.
Brookdale Green Hills Cumberland offers independent, assisted living and memory care.
Bubbie's Bake Shop offers online ordering for bakery items such as cookies, challah, babka bites, madel bread. Pick up at Gordon Jewish Community Center on Fridays.
For seniors in Greater Nashville, Burton Court at Blakeford provides assisted living and specialized memory care for those who need additional support in a secure and compassionate setting. A locally founded and operated provider of senior living and care services, their mission is not to change life, but to enhance and enrich it at every stage of aging by offering a continuum of care.
Centennial Adult Care Center is designed to fill the gap between living alone at home, or with a caregiver, and full-time institutionalization in a costly nursing facility. Fun, activity filled days and time spent with new friends brings a smile back to senior's faces. Centennial Adult Care Center offers a full range of Adult Day Health Care and in-home services to individuals with a wide variety of physical disabilities and/or cognitive impairments, including advanced Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
The Chabad Center for Jewish Awareness serves the Jewish community in Middle Tennessee with a full range of educational, religious and social services. The Chabad Center hosts T.G.I.S. Shabbat dinner on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month. They offer multiple social programs that are open to non-members.
Motivated by a profound love for every Jew, Chabad of Williamson County offers an array of programs including experiential events and services to educate the spiritual and physical needs of Jews from all walks of life. Everyone is welcome, regardless of affiliation or prior level of knowledge; its sole purpose is to create a warm, and welcoming environment and to explore and experience Judaism's warm and relevant spiritual inspirations, in a non-judgmental and inviting atmosphere.
Clare Bridge by Brookdale Senior Living exclusively provides Alzheimer’s and dementia care services to help your loved one feel a strong sense of belonging, build friendships, and support their current abilities through personalized and purposeful engagement. The Clare Bridge Community offers a secure setting, with trained staff on-site 24 hours per day; supportive and engaging environments and variety of floor plan options; consistent caregiver assignments; and enrichment programs such as mental workouts, physical fitness, karaoke, drama club, and walking club.
Clare Bridge by Brookdale Senior Living exclusively provides Alzheimer’s and dementia care services to help your loved one feel a strong sense of belonging, build friendships, and support their current abilities through personalized and purposeful engagement. The Clare Bridge Community offers a secure setting, with trained staff on-site 24 hours per day; supportive and engaging environments and variety of floor plan options; consistent caregiver assignments; and enrichment programs such as mental workouts, physical fitness, karaoke, drama club, and walking club.
Clarendale at Bellevue Place is a senior community focused on "connected living," helping seniors stay engaged with friends, family and the city of Nashville. This welcoming resort-style community is rich in services and casual comfort, offering modern residences, exceptional amenities, unprecedented hospitality, and a continuum of care if needed—with no costly entrance fee and convenient, affordable month-to-month rent.
Clarendale at West End is a senior community focused on "connected living," helping seniors stay engaged with friends, family and the city of Nashville. This welcoming resort-style community is rich in services and casual comfort, offering modern residences, exceptional amenities, unprecedented hospitality, and a continuum of care if needed—with no costly entrance fee and convenient, affordable month-to-month rent.
Congregation Beit Tefilah Chabad is a Chabad/Orthodox congregation.
Congregation Micah is a Reform congregation providing social activities throughout the week. All programs and Shabbat services are open to the community. Shabbat services are offered Friday at 6 PM online through streaming via Facebook or YouTube (links are available on their website).
Congregation Sherith Israel is an Orthodox synagogue with a rich history. We welcome every Jewish soul to our community, regardless of background, level of observance or knowledge, age, or socio-economic circumstances. Our diverse and multigenerational membership offersAbraham and Sarah's tent, an inclusive, intimate and joyous Shabbat dinner at the Shul following services. RSVP's are appreciated, but all are welcome. Dinner is free.
Crawford Funeral Home offers a full range of services including pre-arrangements, funeral services, burial, and cremations for the Jewish community. They are knowledgeable about the Jewish traditions/laws.
CURA for Care provides non-medical services in the home including personal hygiene, medication management, memory care, transportation, shopping, communication with physicians, and case management. Additionally, CURA offers personal concierge services including but not limited to transportation to doctor appointments, errands, organizing and health care advocacy.
DoorDash offers fast delivery of food, grocery, and retail essentials. Shop same-day delivery from local stores and restaurants near you.
Driving Solutions of Tennessee provides driver evaluation and training by a licensed Occupational Therapist specialized in medically-based driver evaluations and training with adaptive equipment including left foot accelerators, hand controls, steering devices, and other low-tech adaptations.
Elder Law of Nashville helps seniors and families in Tennessee with legal services and care coordination to manage income, housing, healthcare, chronic conditions, Medicaid benefits, Veterans benefits, estate planning and conservatorships.
Elite's diverse team of health professionals is dedicated to delivering around-the-clock care within the comfort of your own home. With expertise in working with various insurance providers, they go the extra mile to craft a comprehensive plan of care that ensures you receive the support you deserve.
The Fifty Forward agency assists adults 50+ in Middle Tennessee to live longer, more fulfilling lives through innovative programs and services.
Fifty Forward Adult Day Services in Brentwood provides social groups, activities and exercise five days a week. Fees are based on a sliding scale and transportation is provided.
Fifty Forward Adult Day Services in Nashville provides social groups, activities and exercise five days a week. Fees are based on a sliding scale and transportation is provided.
Fifty Forward Fresh provides delivered meals for people age 50 or over who have difficulty safely preparing meals or lack the resources to obtain meals.
FirstLight Home Care of Nashville and Franklin provides home care when you or a loved one is ill, disabled, recovering from surgery, or just in need of some additional assistance around the house. They provide trained in-home caregivers that can help with household chores such as dishes or vacuuming, help with errands, or simply offer companionship.
Food Lion has an extensive selection of fresh and frozen kosher poultry, meat, cheese, dairy products, dry goods.
Gilda's Club Middle Tennessee offers community and assistance to those affected by cancer. This includes support groups, health and wellness programs, educational and social opportunities.
Goodwill of Middle Tennessee offers home pickup of donations through appointments.
The Gordon JCC is a special place that welcomes all, builds community, and provides excellent programs rooted in Jewish values to enrich the mind, body, and spirit. Within our walls members gather together to meet, play, learn, celebrate, and be part of the community.
The Gordon JCC is a special place that welcomes all, builds community, and provides excellent programs rooted in Jewish values to enrich the mind, body, and spirit. Within our walls members gather together to meet, play, learn, celebrate, and be part of the community. GJCC provides programs, classes and a weekly luncheon for seniors. Free or discounted memberships available for seniors with Medicare. See website for more info.
The Greater Nashville Regional Council services include information and referrals, support for caregivers, in-home and community based care, and evidence-based education to help older adults and adults with disabilities maintain quality of life.
Green Hills Apartments for Retired Teachers offers independent living for low income seniors.
Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing offers short-term rehabilitation services and nursing care.
Griller's Pride offers an extensive selection of frozen kosher meat, chicken, lamb, veal and prepared foods as well as Kosher for Passover items in season with deliveries to Nashville approximately every 5-6 weeks. Overnight special shipping can be arranged.
Grins Vegetarian Cafe offers a variety of tasty kosher, vegetarian options for breakfast, lunch, and on-the-go, plus daily chef-inspired specials that might make (most) folks forget all about meat. The menu is packed with flavorful grilled sandwiches, freshly made soups, vibrant salads, and incredible kosher-vegan-gluten-free baked goods. Grins is located inside the Ben Schulman Center for Jewish Life and under the supervision of the Nashville Kosher Commission.
Grow and Behold offers an extensive selection of premium kosher beef, veal, lamb, poultry and cheeses. There is a buying club in Nashville that receives a delivery approximately every 6 weeks.
The Nashville Chapter of Hadassah is comprised of a dynamic group of women & men who share a passion for social action, helping others and supporting Israel. Their multi-generational group of more than 800 members and associates also focuses on women’s health issues, education and social gatherings to have fun and enjoy each other's company. For those who wish to be involved, there are many programming and volunteer opportunities such as book clubs, Hanukkah happy hours, Hadassah Shabbat, fundraisers, and more.
Harmony at Bellevue offers independent, assisted living and memory care.
Harmony at Brentwood offers independent, assisted and memory care.
Harpeth Meadows offers independent living in cottages surrounding The Meadows Health Center.
Holy Smokes Kosher is a kosher meat food truck with a southern twist on the Vanderbilt campus during the school year. Open 12-1:30, 5-7:30 M-Th and 12-2 on Sundays. Available via the UberEATS app. Certified kosher by Guitar K Kosher under the auspices of Chabad of Nashville.
House 2 Home brings hope by turning empty rooms into homes: providing new beds and gently used furnishings to recently homeless people. They accept gently used furniture and household items.
Instacart offers food delivery and pick up options.
Jewish Community Archives houses the history of the Jewish community of Nashville which began with "five families and eight young men" in 1851. The Archive of the Jewish Federation serves as the repository of this history. It is a collection of the stories, records, photographs, and documents of the families that settled and grew in Nashville as well as the businesses and organizations that have made Nashville strong and vibrant.
JFS Nashville offers confidential counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and children/teens at a private location inside the JCC. Most insurance plans including Medicare are accepted, and a sliding scale is offered.
JFS Nashville provides financial assistance to the Jewish community in Middle Tennessee. Assistance is available on a limited basis to individuals who qualify. A financial assessment is required. JFS can assist individuals in a financial crisis with food, utilities and rent/mortgage. JFS cannot assist with medications, health care expenses and legal fees.
JFS Nashville provides grief counseling to individuals and families of all ages. Most insurance plans are accepted and a sliding scale fee is offered. Bereavement support groups are offered when there is sufficient interest.
JFS Helping Hands matches trained volunteers for one-on-one visits with seniors in their homes or by telephone. Helping Hands Music and Art Programs offer one-on-one visits with a trained facilitator to those living with dementia to promote creativity and well-being.
JFS's Helping Hands program offers companionship and friendship for isolated seniors and people with disabilities. By matching a volunteer with a Helping Hands client, JFS volunteers provide in person visits or regular telephone calls, through which a baseline of friendship, care and concern is maintained. Visits are tailored to the older adult’s interests and may include activities such as discussing current events, playing cards, reading a book or the newspaper, or listening to music together. All volunteers are trained and undergo a background check.
Even though JFS Nashville has 25 programs and services to meet various community needs, there are times when specialized resources may be required. See the list of trusted partners in the community, both locally and nationally.
JFS Nashville's program, Jacob's Ladder, is a group of volunteers who help seniors with assistance for small tasks that require the use of a ladder (such as changing smoke detector batteries and light bulbs).
JFS Nashville's Kosher Food Program provides once monthly supplemental kosher food delivery to homes via Shipt to eligible individuals/families.
JFS Nashville provides support groups on a range of topics when there is sufficient interest. Call if you are interested in participating in a support group. If JFS does not offer the support group you are looking for, we can assist you in locating one.
JFS Nashville's Low Vision Aid program gives people with failing eyesight the tools they need to maintain independence in their day-to-day tasks such as cooking, telling time, or getting dressed.
Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville is the central voluntary communal organization of the Jewish community. Through its fund-raising, planning, and community relations efforts, independently and in partnership with other Jewish organizations, the Federation works to promote the general welfare, viability, and cohesiveness of the Greater Nashville Jewish community and ensures the continuity of the Jewish people locally, in Israel and around the world.
To help you accomplish your philanthropic goals, the Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville maintains endowment funds in our Foundation. These include Donor Advised Funds, Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowment Funds, and Designated, Unrestricted, and Area of Interest Funds.
Johnson McGinnis Elder Law & Estate Planning services include estate planning, life care planning, elder law, care coordination, Medicare, and insurance education and nursing home advocacy.
Joshua Brown Pharmacy is a family-owned compounding pharmacy that offers delivery within a 5 mile radius.
Junkdrop Nashville offers a lovely way to get rid of some of the junk piling up in your home. This service, which charges varying flat fees depending on whether they’re picking up furniture or helping you with a full clean out, doesn’t just take the stuff out of your house–it also helps sort and deliver it to folks in need at nonprofits across the city. For example, some of the folks who sell Nashville’s street newspaper, The Contributor, benefit from Junkdrop when they get into housing. The service also offers a number of tips for recycling and reusing items on its website.
Knowles Adult Day Service provides adult day care five days a week that includes two meals and a snack. Fees are based on a sliding scale and transportation is provided.
Knowles Home Assisted Living offers assisted living for low income residents.
Kroger grocery store offers food delivery and grocery pick up services.
Kroger of Bellevue carries fresh kosher chicken, meat, cheese, dairy products, dry goods, challah and wine.
Kroger of Green Hills carries fresh kosher chicken, meat, cheese, dairy products, dry goods, challah and wine.
Leah Rose Residence offers independent living for low income seniors through Metro Development and Housing Agency.
LICRA (Legendary Intensive Carpet Restoration Association) provides 24/7 services to clean up bio medical waste in the home.
Lifeline Medical Alert Systems empoweres individuals to go out and live life with the confidence that if the situation arises, you can depend on Lifeline for help. Simply press your help button any time 24/7/365 and a trained care specialist will assess your situation and send the help you need—whether a friend, family member, neighbor or emergency service.
The Sandi Goldstein Learn and Lunch Program is a collaboration between West End Synagogue and Congregation Sherith Israel. Twice a month, WES hosts a local Jewish professional from one of the two synagogues. The program is held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month and a kosher lunch is provided for a small fee.
Lyft and Lyft Silver offers rideshare transportation with options for seniors and those with disabilities. Check with Medicare for doctor appts.
Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home offers a full range of services including pre-arrangements, funeral services, burial, and cremations for the Jewish community. They are knowledgeable about the Jewish traditions/laws.
Mary Queen of Angels offers assisted living and memory care.
Nashville Kosher Takeout provides Kosher frozen, double-wrapped meals for travelers or visitors that can be reheated in any oven. Please orders at least 48 hours in advance. Nashville Kosher Take Out is under the supervision of Rabbi Yitzchok Tiechtel of Chabad of Nashville. Entrees are prepared using ingredients that are Glatt kosher, Chalav Yisrael, and Bishul Yisrael.
Nashville Laundry Delivery takes the hassle out of laundry day by offering a convenient, reliable pickup & delivery service right to your home.
Nashville State Community College welcomes audit students who want to take courses not for credit, but for their own academic exploration and personal enrichment.
The Nashville chapter of the National Council of Jewish Women individual focuses on individual improvement, divided into the study of the Jewish religion and history and the work of philanthropy.
Nothing Bundt Cakes offers kosher dairy Bundt cakes in various flavors and sizes. Under the supervision of the Nashville Kosher Commission.
The NOVA Market & Cafe is a kosher market and cafe in memory of the NOVA victims. Offers baked goods, breads, salads, meats and cleaning supplies. Under the supervision of Rabbi Tiechtel of Chabad Nashville. Delivery options available.
On The Road LLC is owned and operated by Nancy Ramsey, an Occupational Therapist who provides driver safety evaluations and training. A free for service program.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt strives to organize and present stimulating intellectual and cultural non-credit courses and programs to the greater Nashville community. Classes are held in various locations around the city and are open to adults over the age of 50. Classes are priced individually and financial assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis.
Parthenon Towers offers independent living for low income seniors through Metro Development and Housing Agency.
The Pi Beta Phi Rehabilitation Institute provides assessments to determine if the individual is healthy enough to continue driving. The assessment includes cognitive, vision and on the road evaluations. Insurance may cover costs.
Richland Place offers independent living.
Richland Place Health Center offers assisted living, inpatient rehabilitation, nursing and memory care.
The Salvation Army provides donation pickups. Call to schedule.
For more than 40 years, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee has partnered with hunger-relief programs across 46 counties to provide nutritious food to the Tennesseans who need it most. Every $1 donated to Second Harvest provides 4 meals to hungry children, families, and seniors. Second Harvest is located in Nashville, with satellite distribution centers in Smyrna and Camden.
Senior Ride Nashville connects seniors who no longer drive with volunteers who do. Annual membership gives seniors access to trained volunteers for a minimal fee.
ServPro offers general restoration and/or clean-up services including bio waste.
Sharsheret provides support for Jewish women and their families facing breast and ovarian cancer. Services include individual and peer to peer support, genetic counseling, education and referral to resources.
Congregation Sherith Israel is a century-old Orthodox synagogue with a rich history, welcoming every Jewish soul to their community, regardless of background, level of observance or knowledge, age, or socio-economic circumstances. Their microcosm of Jewish American members include: those who are Shomer Shabbat and those who are not; those who can read Torah or teach a class and those just learning to read the Hebrew alphabet; first generation Americans from Europe, Russia, Iran, Morocco, and Israel and those with roots in Nashville for many generations; and young families as well as seniors and every age group in between.
Shipt offers delivery of food and other retail products.
St. Paul Senior Living Community offers independent living.
Succulent Vegan Tacos offers vegan, kosher Mexican style tacos under the supervision of the Nashville Kosher Commission. Located inside the Nashville Farmer's Market.
Sweets Melissa & Sons offers kosher Challah, baked goods, and catering.
Provides a subscription to home maintenance services including yearly inspections, assistance with finding contractors and overseeing repairs, snowbird/vacation home checks, and more.
Tennessee Caregiver Coalition provides relief to families and caregivers from the extraordinary and intensive demands of providing ongoing care. They can assist in locating respite care for your individual or family needs.
In 1984, the Tennessee state legislature created the Tennessee Holocaust Commission by passing a bill with the purpose of educating others about and commemorating the Holocaust. In 1996, new legislation recreated the commission to recognize its primary role as education and to create a parallel not-for- profit body. This agency's Commissioners, appointed by the governor, function as part of the commission as a whole. The Commission provides a variety of educational services and opportunities which include resources, workshops, conferences, exhibits, learning and in-service seminars, as well as publications for the educational and general community.
Thank Goodness It's Thursday (TGIT) at the GJCC is a weekly community lunch in the Senior Lounge from 11:30 to 1:30. The program is open to members of the GJCC for a $5 fee and to non-members for a $10 fee. The program consists of a kosher lunch, socialization and an educational program or entertainment.
The Club at Abe's Garden provides programming for seniors with dementia with a wide range of hours available.
The Grief Support Center at Alive Hospice provides a comprehensive bereavement support program for adults and children. Services include individual grief counseling, support groups and educational seminars and are available for anyone in the community who has been touched by a loss.
The Manor at Steeplechase offers independent living.
The Meadows offers assisted living, inpatient rehabilitation and memory care.
The Observer is the Jewish community's monthly newspaper.
The River at Maryland Farms offers assisted living and memory care.
The Sunny Day Club is for people living with dementia/Alzheimer’s to give their caregivers 3 hours of respite time each week. Club Members engage in fun activities, experience lots of laughter and are showered with love while in attendance. The day focuses on what the attendees CAN DO and enjoy while they are with us.
The Sunny Day Club® allows caregivers a block of time each week to run errands or rest–whatever they need! Caregivers can also attend a Share and Care Group on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Volunteers provide one-on-one attention. They lead singing, exercises, games, and crafts. Training is provided, and volunteers commit to a background check and regular attendance based on personal schedules.
The mission of The Sunny Day Club is to provide social interaction, stimulation and friendship in a caring, safe environment for those experiencing early stages of memory loss, as well as provide respite for the caregivers. Sunny Day allows the caregiver a known block of time that they can count on to run errands, grocery shop, rest, etc. just to keep the household going. The members who come get a social outing, physical and mental exercise, acceptance as well as new friends.
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom is a Reform congregation providing numerous adult education programs and social action opportunities throughout the year. Golden Lunch Bunch for seniors is held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Please see website for more information.
In coordination with Jewish Family Service, a senior lunch is held twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 11:30-1:30. A kosher style lunch is provided for a $5 fee along with entertainment and socialization. Contact the JFS Helping Hands coordinator at (615) 354-1686 or helpinghands@jfsnashville.org for more details and a schedule.
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom offers shabbat services on Fridays at 6 pm through streaming through a Zoom link that can be found on their website.
The Village at Bellevue offers assisted living and memory care.
ThriftSmart offers donation pick-up service and area drop off locations.
Thyme and Tempo is a kosher vegan restaurant located downtown in the same building as the Nashville Public Library. It is under the supervision of the Nashville Kosher Commission.
The Tennessee Department of Human Services provides financial assistance for food to eligible individuals/families. Apply online for food assistance. Family Assistance Service Center: (866) 311-4287
The Tennessee REDLINE is a 24/7/365 resource for substance misuse treatment referrals. Anyone can call or text (800) 889-9789 for confidential referrals.
For Tennesseans age 60 or older, the TN Senior Legal Helpline offers free legal advice and referrals from a Tennessee attorney.
Trader Joe's in Belle Meade carries fresh kosher poultry, meat, challah and wine.
Trader Joe's in Green Hills carries fresh kosher poultry, meat, challah and wine.
Uber and Uber Assist offers rideshare transportation with options for seniors and those with disabilities. Check with Medicare for doctor appts.
UberEasts offers food delivery from local restaurants and retail establishments.
United Cerebral Palsy provides gently used medical equipment for individuals in need. They also accept gently used medical equipment.
Vanderbilt Hillel is dedicated to building Jewish communities in a variety of formats through empowering students to follow their interests. Jewish Vanderbilt students are encouraged to explore all aspects of Judaism and Jewish life, from Shabbat dinners to alternative break programs and everything in between. The Ben Schulman Center for Jewish Life is a hub for the more than 1,000 Jewish students at Vanderbilt and at surrounding Universities and colleges in the Middle Tennessee area.
Villa Maria Manor offers independent living for low income seniors.
West End Synagogue, originally Khal Kodesh Adath Israel and known for a while as the Gay Street Synagogue, is a Conservative congregation in Nashville, dating back to the 1850s.
West End Synagogue offers ongoing programs for seniors. Their Lunch & Learn Program is a kosher catered lunch that meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for a small fee. A yearly Senior Shabbat dinner is free to members, and non-members are welcome for a small fee. Please visit website for more information.
West End Synagogue offers Shabbat services on Fridays at 6 p.m. both in-person and virtually through Zoom. For the utmost privacy & security of members, if you are interested in participating in Shabbat via Zoom, please email office@westendsyn.org for Zoom links.
West Meade Place offers nursing care.
Woodcrest at Blakeford is a skilled nursing facility offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in a comfortable, supportive setting.
Woodlands offers Indian cuisine at moderate prices and is under the supervision of the Nashville Kosher Commission.
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