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Community Support Resource Guide

Helping You Thrive Beyond The World You See Now

We know health is about more than your eyes. If you or someone in your household needs support with housing, food, transportation, education, or emotional wellness, this guide is for you.

Education & Literacy Services

  • Tutor901 – Literacy Mid-South: Free reading tutoring for elementary students.

📍 https://www.literacymidsouth.org/tutor901

 📞 901-327-6000

 

  • The Well – Church Health Center: Wellness programs for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

📍 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 142, Memphis, TN 38104

📍 https://churchhealth.org/thewell/

📞 901-272-0003

 

  • Tipton County Literacy Council

📍 220 Highway 51 N, Covington, TN 38019 

📞 901-476-0781

 

🏠 Housing Assistance

  • Millington Housing Authority: Income-based public housing.

📍 4888 Bill Knight Rd, Millington, TN 38053

📍 https://themillingtonha.org

📞 901-872-3677

 

  • Memphis Housing Authority

📍 700 Adams Ave, Memphis, TN 38105

📍 https://www.memphisha.org/programs/public_housing.php

📞 901-544-1100

 

  • Dorothy Day House (Homeless Families)

📍 1429 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

📍 https://www.dorothydaymemphis.org

📞 901-726-6760

 

  • Living for Christ Restoration House: Emergency shelter for individuals.

📍 3095 Thomas St, Memphis, TN 38127

📍 https://lfcrestorationhouse.wixsite.com/shelter/services

 📞 901-791-4022

 

  • Alpha Omega Veteran Services: Supportive housing for veterans.

📍 1183 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

📍 https://www.alphaomegaveterans.org/permanent-housing

📞 901-726-6820

 

 

🥗 Food Security

  • Mid-South Food Bank – Mobile Pantry: Free drive-thru food distribution.

📍 https://www.midsouthfoodbank.org/mobile-pantry

 

  • WIC Program – For Women, Infants, and Children:

Provides free supplemental food, nutrition education, and support.

– Raleigh: 3481 Austin Peay Hwy, Memphis, TN 38128 | 📞 901-222-9799

– Covington: 1999 Hwy 51 S, Covington, TN 38019 | 📞 901-476-0235

– Millington: 8225 Hwy 51 N, Millington, TN 38053 | 📞 901-222-9140

🔗 https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/fhw/wic.html

 

  • FUMC Millington Food Pantry: Open Tuesdays + 3rd Saturday/month.

📍 8029 Wilkinsville Rd, Millington, TN 38053

📍 https://fumcmillington.org/outreach/

 📞 901-872-4414

 

🚗 Transportation Services

  • My City Rides – Affordable scooters

📍 3155 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38112

📍 https://mycityrides.org

📞 901-443-5160

 

  • Groove On-Demand – Rideshare service

Covers Downtown, Medical District, South City, and New Chicago.

📍 https://downtownmemphis.com/explore/groove-on-demand

📞 901-763-8422

 

  • MATA Bus & Paratransit – Public transit system for Memphis area

📍 https://www.matatransit.com

📞 901-522-9175

 

  • TennCare Non-Emergency Medical Transportation – Free rides for covered medical appointments.

📍 https://www.tn.gov/tenncare/providers/tenncare-provider-news-notices-forms/tenncare-s-non-emergency-medical-transportation-benefit–nemt-.html

 

💸 Financial & Prescription Assistance

  • Red Cross – Military Families Financial Help: Emergency support for travel, food, shelter.

📍 https://www.redcross.org/get-help/military-families/financial-assistance.html

 

  • myAbbVie Assist: Free AbbVie medications for eligible patients.

📍 https://www.abbvie.com

📞 1-800-222-6885

 

  • GoodRx – Prescription discounts

📍 https://www.goodrx.com

 

  • Cost Plus Drugs – Affordable prescriptions

📍 https://www.costplusdrugs.com

 

🧠 Mental Health & Addiction Resources

  • Alliance Healthcare Services: 24/7 crisis care & outpatient support.

📍 2150 Whitney Ave, Memphis, TN 38127 | 

📞 901-369-1410 Crisis Hotline: 901-577-9400 |

📍 https://www.alliance-hs.org

 

  • Crisis Wellness Center: Immediate support for mental health and substance use emergencies.

📍 3200 Broad Ave, Memphis, TN 38112

 

  • PCS – Professional Care Services

📍 Millington: 5281 Navy Rd | 📞 901-873-0305

📍 Covington: 1997 Hwy 51 S | 📞 901-476-8967

📍 https://www.pcswtn.org

 

  • Midsouth Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

📍 6401 Poplar Ave #214, Memphis, TN 38119 | 📞 901-677-0431

 

  • Addiction Help – Shelby County Health Dept.

📍 Millington Clinic: 8225 US-51, Millington, TN 38053

📞 901-222-9621

📍 https://www.shelbytnhealth.com/377/Opioid-Overdose-Prevention

 

🧑‍🦳 Seniors & Adults with Disabilities

  • Aging Commission of the Mid-South: Meals, home care, and caregiver support.

📍 160 N Main St, 3rd Floor, Memphis, TN 38103 | 📞 901-222-4111

📍 https://shelbycountytn.gov/3433/Aging-Commission-of-the-Mid-South

 

  • Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

📍 https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/disability-and-aging/disability-aging-programs.html#adults

 

  • List of Senior Centers

📍 https://shelbycountytn.gov/3440/Senior-Center

 

👩‍👧 Family & Women’s Services

  • Ladies in Need Can Survive (LINCS): Shelter, counseling, life skills, and job training.

📍 2155 Hillside Ave, Memphis, TN 38127 | 📞 901-353-0927

📍 http://www.ladiescan.org/home.aspx

 

  • Youth Villages Bartlett Campus: Residential mental health treatment for youth.

📍 7410 Memphis Arlington Rd, Memphis, TN 38135 | 📞 901-252-7800

📍 https://youthvillages.org/services/residential-services/bartlett-campus/

 

  • Shelby County Crime Victims & Rape Crisis Center: 24/7 advocacy, protection orders, counseling.

📍 1060 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 | 📞 901-222-3950

📍 https://crimevictimscenter.shelbycountytn.gov

 

🎉 Looking for Fun?

  • I Love Memphis Blog – Events and things to do

📍 https://ilovememphisblog.com

 

  • Choose901 – Local happenings and community news

📍 https://choose901.com

Social Services Resource Guide

  • Education and Literacy Services
    • Literacy Mid-South
      • Tutor901
        • https://www.literacymidsouth.org/tutor901
        • Phone: 901-327-6000
        • Through the Tutor901 program, Literacy Mid-South is providing high-impact reading tutoring to 4,000 elementary students in School Year 2024-25.
    • Church Health Center-  The Well
      • https://churchhealth.org/thewell/
      • 1350 Concourse Ave. Suite 142 Memphis, TN 38104
      • Phone: 901-272-0003
      • The Well is Church Health’s prevention and wellness center for children ages 6 weeks old to 12 years old and their families. Our dynamic researched-based and ministry-minded program focuses on the root causes that affect the health and wellness of children and families: physical activity, nutrition, body image, self-esteem, safety education and violence prevention. Through our cornerstone program, Plan to Get Healthy, we emphasize whole-child health and teach about the connection to body, mind and spirit.
    • Church Health Center- Diabetes Self-Management
    • Church Health Center- Heart Health Education
    • Church Health Center- Cook Well, Be Well Free Community Cooking Classes
    • Tipton County Literacy Council
      • Phone: 901-476-0781
      • 220 Highway 51 N Covington, TN 38019
    • Shelby County Literacy Councils
  • Employment assistance programs
  • Housing resources
    • The Millington Housing Authority
      • https://themillingtonha.org/
      • 4888 Bill Knight Rd, Millington, TN 38053
      • Phone: 901-872-3677
      • The MHA Public Housing program is income-based housing. It was established to provide quality affordable rental housing opportunities for eligible extremely low-income families, seniors, and persons with disabilities. In income-based housing, residents pay 30% of their income for rent. 
    • Memphis Housing Authority
    • Local Shelters
      • Dorothy Day House
        • https://www.dorothydaymemphis.org/
        • Phone: 901-726-6760
        • 1429 Poplar Ave Memphis, TN 38104
        • Dorothy Day House provides temporary housing and support services for homeless families in Memphis, TN. Working with other local agencies, staff members and volunteers provide families in need with a safe environment and the means to re-establish their independence.
      • The Living for Christ Restoration House
        • https://lfcrestorationhouse.wixsite.com/shelter/services
        • Phone: 901-791-4022
        • 3095 Thomas Street Memphis, TN 38127
        • The Living for Christ Restoration House offers Emergency Shelter to provide homeless individuals with a safe place to sleep, receive nutrition and take an active role in their recovery.
      • Community Alliance for the Homeless
  • Alpha Omega Veteran Services, Inc.
    • https://www.alphaomegaveterans.org/permanent-housing
    • 1183 Madison Ave. Memphis, TN 38104
    • Phone: 901-726-6820
    • Alpha Omega provides permanent supportive housing to vulnerable veterans who have had severe issues maintaining stable housing.  Veterans participating in these programs could experience one or more of the following:  disability, severe mental illness and/or substance abuse issues, depression, traumatic brain injury or post traumatic stress disorder. This program is beneficial for the chronically homeless veterans who are unable to succeed in more traditional housing programs. The goal of permanent housing is to reduce chronic homelessness among veterans who face any one or a multitude of severe challenges.  Permanent housing provides affordable, secure and stable housing to homeless veterans and provides case management support to create a sound and viable personal lifestyle that builds a foundation on which each client can successfully re-integrate into society.  This foundation includes the ability to attain employment and other daily activities to restore effective social and occupational functioning.  Veterans enrolled in the program reside in private rooms or apartments.  Central spaces provide venues for group meetings and socialization. There are also outdoor gathering facilities for veterans to enjoy when the weather is suitable.
  • Food security
    • Mid-South Food Bank Mobile Pantry Distribution
      • https://www.midsouthfoodbank.org/mobile-pantry/
      • A Mobile Pantry is a method of direct client distribution in partnership with an organization that acts as a host site. The Mobile Pantry utilizes refrigerated vehicles to provide nutritious food in a drive-thru setup. The Mobile Pantry is open to those who can show an ID or other proof of residency in the county/zip code designated for distribution.The Mobile Pantry schedule is updated daily with new information for the upcoming distributions on each day of the week. There are last-minute cancellations and additions. Make sure to check the schedule daily for the most up-to-date locations and times.
    • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
      • https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/fhw/wic.html
      • Clinic Locations:
        • Christ Community Health Raleigh WIC Clinic 
          • 3481 Austin Peay Highway Memphis, TN 38128 
          • 901-222-9799
        • Tipton County Health Department
          • 1999 Hwy 51 South Suite A Covington, TN 38019
          • 901-476-0235
        • Millington WIC Clinic 
          • 8225 Hwy 51 N Suites 11 & 12 Millington, TN 38053
          • 901-222-9140
      • The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federally-funded program designed to provide supplemental food assistance and nutrition education to income-eligible pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children until age five.  In addition to providing healthy supplemental foods, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support, the program also provides referrals to other health-related and community-based services.  WIC has proven to be effective in preventing and improving nutrition related health problems.
    • Millington First United Methodist Church Food Pantry
      • https://fumcmillington.org/outreach/
      • The FUMC Food Pantry feeds the hungry in Millington, including families who are suffering from job loss, job cutbacks, out of food, etc. The Food Pantry is open every Tuesday, and on the third Saturday of each month.
      • 8029 Wilkinsville Road Millington, TN 38053
      • Phone: 901-872-4414
    • Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association (MIFA)
      • https://www.mifa.org/whatwedo
      • Meals On Wheels 
        • With the help of volunteers, MIFA Meals on Wheels provides nutritious lunches for seniors in their homes and at congregate meal sites.
        • Home-delivered meal recipients are Shelby County seniors (age 60 and over) who are nutritionally at-risk and frail, homebound, or disabled. Congregate meal recipients are Shelby County residents over age 60 or under 60 and disabled.
  • Transportation options
  • Financial assistance
    • American Red Cross Financial Assistance for Military Families
      • https://www.redcross.org/get-help/military-families/financial-assistance.html
      • The American Red Cross works in partnership with military aid societies to provide quality, reliable financial assistance to eligible applicants 24/7/365 in times of hardship. This program provides financial assistance for emergency needs. Assistance can include funds for emergency travel, burial of a loved one, emergency food and shelter, etc. Red Cross helps to facilitate the application process, the military aid society determines eligibility and the specific financial assistance package that is offered. Those eligible for assistance include: an active duty service member, a member of an activated National Guard or Reserve unit, an immediate family member of a service member in the above two categories,and a military retiree or spouse/widow(er) of a retiree
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    • Patient Assistance Programs
    • GoodRx
    • AbbVie
      • https://www.abbvie.com/
      • Phone: 1-800-222-6885
      • AbbVie is committed to helping patients get the medicines they need. That’s why we offer patient assistance programs that provide free AbbVie medicines to qualifying patients. Our Patient Assistance Programs are intended for people that live in the United States, have limited or no health insurance coverage and demonstrate qualifying financial need. Applying to myAbbVie Assist is simple. It is free to apply, and those who qualify will receive their medicine for free: no co-pays or shipping costs.
    • Allergan resources
    • Cost Plus Drugs
  • Community Support Centers
    • YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South
    • Senior Adult and Youth Centers
      • Youth and Family Resource Center
        • https://shelbycountytn.gov/3738/Youth-and-Family-Resource-Center
        • 3157 Powers Road Memphis, TN 38128
        • Phone: 901-222-4320
        • Works with youth and their families to find out what they’re good at, what they need help with, and any problems they might have.
        • Helps youth and their families get the specific services, support, and resources they need in the community.
        • Brings together community partners to make sure resources are being used effectively.
      • List of MidSouth Senior Centers
          • Education and Recreational Activities
          • General Information and Assistance
          • Access to Community and Governmental Agency Representatives
          • Heal Promotion / Disease Prevention Services
          • Transportation / Outreach
          • Congregate Meals
  • Family Support Services
    • Caregiving
      • https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ 
        • Find tips and support for family caregiving, from providing personal care, medical management and financial guidance to finding a healthy work-life balance.
    • Counseling
      • Youth Villages Bartlett Campus
        • https://youthvillages.org/services/residential-services/bartlett-campus/
        • Phone: 901-252-7800 
        • 7410 Memphis Arlington Road Memphis, TN 38135
        • Youth Villages Bartlett Campus offers a Residential Program to give children and youth a safe, supportive environment to heal and move forward. Our integrated, evidence-based therapy treats serious emotional and behavioral problems in young people, as well as co-occurring disorders.This program provides:
          • Evidentiary Family Restoration
          • Group, individual and family therapy with master’s-level counselors
          • Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) when indicated
          • Recreation therapist programming at our campus locations
          • On-campus education services
          • Nursing staff that are available for medical needs that may arise
          • Face-to-face psychiatric consultation monthly, at minimum
          • Life skills groups to assist in skill building and preparation to live independently as an adult
    • Addiction Treatment Centers
      • Alliance Healthcare Services- Details under mental health
      • Shelby County Health Department- Opioid Overdose Prevention
        • Drug overdoses represent a public health crisis in Shelby County. More Shelby County residents die of overdose each year than die in auto accidents. The Shelby County Health Department conducts public health surveillance on suspected drug overdoses in Shelby County; provides free harm reduction tools, including naloxone to reverse overdoses and fentanyl test strips; and links people living with substance use disorders to care in collaboration with community partners. The ultimate goal of the Shelby County Health Department Overdose Prevention project is to reduce fatal and non-fatal drug overdoses in our county.
        • https://www.shelbytnhealth.com/377/Opioid-Overdose-Prevention
        • Phone: 901-222-9621
        • Shelby County public health clinic sites:
          • Shelby Crossing Clinic:
            1826 Sycamore View, Memphis, TN 38134
          • Hickory Hill Clinic
            6590 Kirby Center Cove, Memphis, TN 38115
          • Millington Clinic:
            8225 US-51, Millington, TN 38053
          • Cawthon Clinic
            1000 Haynes Street, Memphis, TN 38114
          • Southland Mall Clinic:
            1278 Southland Mall, Memphis, TN 38116
  • Mental Health Resources
    • Alliance Healthcare Services
      • Admissions: 901-369-1410
      • 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 901-577-9400
      • https://www.alliance-hs.org/
      • Clinic Location: 2150 WHITNEY AVE. MEMPHIS, TN 38127 Phone: 901-353-5440
      • Crisis Wellness Center: 3200 Broad Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112
      • The Crisis Wellness Center on Broad Avenue is Alliance Healthcare Services’ new state-of-the-art facility dedicated to serving the mental health and wellness needs of Memphis and Shelby County. Designed to provide compassionate, accessible, and immediate care, the Crisis Wellness Center is here to support individuals and families during times of mental health and substance use crises. At the Crisis Wellness Center, we offer a comprehensive range of services to ensure no one in our community faces a crisis alone, including:
        • 24/7 Crisis Intervention: Immediate care for individuals experiencing mental health or substance use emergencies.
        • Crisis Stabilization: Short-term treatment to help individuals regain emotional stability.
        • Medical Detox Services: Supervised care for those experiencing withdrawal symptoms.
        • Outpatient Care: Follow-up therapy and treatment to support long-term wellness.
        • Respite Care: A safe, calming environment for individuals needing a break from daily stressors.
    • PCS Professional Care Services of West Tennessee
      • https://www.pcswtn.org/
      • Our services range from individual and family therapy, alcohol and drug evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, child psychiatry services, and specialized programs for various mental health needs including in the workspace.
      • PCS Millington: 5281 Navy Rd. Millington, TN 38053; Phone: 901-873-0305
      • PCS Covington: 1997 Highway 51 S. Covington, TN 38019                                                                 Phone: 901-476-8967
      • Midsouth Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: 6401 Poplar Avenue Suite 214 Memphis, TN 38119   Phone: 901-677-0431
    • Tennessee Services for Aging
      • Aging Commission of the Mid-South
        • https://shelbycountytn.gov/3433/Aging-Commission-of-the-Mid-South
        • Phone: 901-222-4111
        • 160 North Main St 3rd Floor Memphis, TN 38103
        • Services include home-delivered meals, home-maker assistance, personal care assistance and special services for caregivers.
        • Provide information and assistance to connect seniors, adults with disabilities, their families and caregivers with the tools needed to maximize their independence and safety in their chosen community.
      • Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging
    • Millington Crisis Center
      • 8133 Wilkinsville Rd, Millington, TN 38053
      • Phone: 901-872-4357
    • Ladies In Need Can Survive, Inc.
      • http://www.ladiescan.org/home.aspx
      • 2155 Hillside Avenue Memphis, TN 38127
      • Phone: 901-353-0927
      • LINCS provides wrap-around services that are customized to help women stay on the road to recovery. After completing the LINCS program, the women will be released back into society with a renewed mind to achieve their goals in life. The all-inclusive training program guarantees women a successful transition from crisis to rehabilitation.
        This program provides:
        • Shelter
        • Drug and Alcohol Intensive Outpatient Program
        • Counseling, Case Management
        • Parenting and Life Skills Coaching
        • Job Readiness
        • Career and Financial Planning
        • Education Guidance
        • Health and Wellness Program
        • First Aid/CPR and S.I.D.S. Training
        • Job Placement
        • Housing Assistance
  • Shelby County Crime Victims & Rape Crisis Center  
    • The hub of crime victim services for the city of Memphis & Shelby County.  
    • Services include: 
      • 24/7 Sexual Assault Forensic Exams and accompanying Advocacy 
      • Advocacy and Crisis Counseling for Victims of All Crimes  
      • Assistance with filing for an Order of Protection or for Victims’ Compensation  
      •  Counseling for Victims of Sexual Violence and other Violent Crimes as well as Survivors of Homicide • Specialized Services for Seniors and Vulnerable Adults  
      •  Support Groups for Gunshot Victims and Victims of Domestic Violence  
    • 1060 Madison Avenue Memphis, TN 38104  
    • 901-222-3950  
    • All Services are Free and Confidential This project is funded under an agreement with the State of Tennessee. 
    • https://crimevictimscenter.shelbycountytn.gov/
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