Quality Assurance and Monitoring GNRC works alongside the Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability (TCAD) to ensure that aging and disability services are being provided within the established standards of performance and are delivered according to the requirements set forth by state and federal regulations and grant terms. The Quality Assurance staff also conduct regular monitoring of GNRC’s internal practices for fulfilling its duties as the Area Agency on Aging and Disability for the greater Nashville area.
Marilyn Wade QA Program Manager 615.880.3545 mwade@gnrc.org
Home and Community Based Programs and Services GNRC helps promote, screen, and coordinate a variety of home and community based services on behalf of state and federal funding programs. These programs are intended to empower seniors, disabled adults and other targeted populations to remain independent in their home and/or community for as long as possible. The programs focus on connecting applicants with transportation, meal preparation, housework, managing medication, and other necessary life sustaining support services. State OPTIONS for Community Living Program OPTIONS is a state-funded program that is considered a last resort for Tennesseans who have difficulty caring for themselves or their home. GNRC assists TCAD by screening applicants to determine qualification and by coordinating the delivery of the necessary services and support. TennCare CHOICES Program CHOICES is a federally-funded program provides long-term care for clients who qualify for Medicaid and are in need of a level of care that could be provided in a nursing home. GNRC assists TennCare by helping to identify and screen candidates for program. Family Caregiver Support Services State-funded caregiver support program is focused on providing support for people caring for older adults or adults with disabilities who often need additional resources or emotional support to sustain their own quality of life.
Earlean Chenault OPTIONS Program Manager 615.880.3531 echenault@gnrc.org
Fredna Hodge CHOICES Program Manager 615.880.3532 fhodge@gnrc.org
Public Guardianship Tennessee’s statewide guardianship program assists disabled persons aged 60 and over who are in need of a conservator and have no family member or friend to serve in that capacity. There are nine public guardians in the state, one in each development district or region. GNRC provides Public Guardianship Services to consumers across Middle Tennessee. Legal Services/ Ombudsman GNRC works with the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands to promote legal services to help people over age 60 or who are abused seeking legal assistance. GNRC contracts with the Mid-Cumberland HRA for addressing complaints or concerns of older persons living in, or seeking access, to a long term care facility.
Keisha Harris Public Conservator 615.862.8837 kharris@gnrc.org
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