Empowerment is a case management program with elements of social work and individual-based advocacy. Much of the work is around housing, employment, food security, and navigating systems from insurance to Medicaid/Medicare communication access for medical, legal, and educational needs, and much more. Empowerment is available at BridgesTN, BridgesWEST, and BridgesEAST. 

 

Medical/Dental:

 

• Physician and Dentists

• Medications access

• Insurance, TennCare, Medicare

• Mental Health

 

Income & Employment:

 

• Social Security and Disability

• Food Stamps and WIC

• Job Readiness

• Credit/Budget counseling

• Understanding letters and statements

 

ADA:

 

• Rights to Accommodations (interpreters/assistive devices, etc.)

 

Housing:

 

• Affordable Housing

• Rent, mortgage, and utility assistance

 

Other:

 

• Emergency Preparedness

• Independent Living Skills

• Legal concerns or advocacy

• Cultural awareness and advocacy

• Educational resources

• Assistance filling out applications