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Family Support Grant (Tennessee) is sponsored by Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD). This program provides assistance for individuals with severe disabilities and their families to remain together in their homes and communities.
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Lifelong Tennessee: A Multisector Plan for Aging Well Consumer Survey In 1992, at the urging of disability advocates and families, The Tennessee legislature established the Family Support Program. The program is funded by state dollars and designed to assist individuals with severe disabilities and their families to remain together in their homes and communities.
Family Support is not a substitute for more comprehensive services provided under other programs, including the Medicaid HCBS Waiver, TennCare, Medicare, or private insurance.
The primary purpose of the program is to support: Families who have school-aged or younger children with severe disabilities Adults with severe disabilities who choose to live with their families Adults with severe disabilities not supported by other residential programs funded by state or federal funds Services can include but are not limited to: Respite care, day care services, home modifications, equipment, supplies, personal assistance, transportation, homemaker services, housing costs, health-related needs, nursing and counseling.
Services are flexible and responsive to families and their needs. An essential element of the Family Support Program is family and consumer involvement. Local and District Councils have been established and meet on a regular basis to oversee and provide advice on the distribution of local services.
Crystal Murphy, Council Chair TN Council on Developmental Disabilities Center for Independent Living Tennessee Disability Coalition Disability & Aging At Large 500 James Robertson Parkway Davy Crockett Tower, 2nd Floor Wednesday November 4, 2026 Family Support State Council Minutes Family Support Council Meeting Recording (8/5/2025) Family Support Council Meeting (5/6/2025) Family Support Council Meeting (8/5/2025) Family Support Council Meeting (11/5/2025) Family Support Council Meeting (2/23/2026) The recording from 2/3/26 is linked under Meeting Dates.
Director of Developmental Disability Services 500 James Robertson Parkway Davy Crockett Tower, 2nd Floor West Tennessee Regional Office 11360 Milton Wilson Rd. , Arlington TN 38002 (Physical Address) P. O.
Box 949, Arlington TN 38002 (Mailing) Middle Tennessee Regional Office 4850 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy Frequently Asked Questions Who is eligible for Family Support? Persons with severe disabilities who meet eligibility criteria and who are residing in the community in an unsupported residential setting.
Due to limited state funding and Local Council priorities not all eligible individuals can be served. Family Support is not a substitute for more comprehensive services provided under other programs, including the Medicaid HCBS Waiver, TennCare, Medicare, or private insurance.
If a person is a recipient of a Home and Community Based Waiver (HCBS) such as supported living, community based day (CB Day) services, Employment and Community First (ECF), Katie Beckett (KB) or CHOICES. Persons receiving these services are not eligible for Family Support services.) How does a person apply for the Family Support Program?
There is a Family Support agency for every county in the state. Contact the Department of Disability & Aging Regional or Central Office to find out what agency has the Family Support contract for your county. How does a person get approved for the Family Support Program?
The individual must have a severe disability and meet the eligibility criteria established for the program. It is important to note the distinction between eligibility and selection and enrollment. Many families who apply to the Family Support Program may be approved as eligible for services based on the definition of family, severe disability, and living circumstance.
However, depending on the resources and Local Council priorities, a few number of families may actually be selected to receive services and be enrolled in the program. What services are available through Family Support? Services are designed to be flexible and responsive to individual or family needs.
Services might include but are not limited to: respite care, before/after care, day care, home/vehicle modifications, specialized equipment/repair/maintenance, nutrition/clothing/supplies, personal assistance, transportation, homemaker services, housing costs, health related costs, nursing, counseling, summer camp, and evaluation. The program funds services and needs that are not covered by traditional resources.
How much funding can I get? The current limit on benefits is $6,000 per individual with a severe disability in a family. However, depending on Family Support resources and Local Council priorities, you may get less than $6,000.
If I am approved for the Family Support Program and my needs change during the year, can I revise the services in my Family Support Service Plan? Yes, the program is designed to be flexible and recognizes that the family needs may change during the year. Services can be added or changed as long as money is available in the existing Family Support Service Plan.
Will I receive the same amount of money each year? An individual/family has to reapply each year for Family Support funding. Allocations each year are based on the availability of state funds, needs of the individual/family, and Local Council priorities.
Will the Family Support agency assist me in finding a Respite Care provider? Once a Local Council has approved a family to receive funding from the program it is up to the family to find the provider or services they need. Can the Family Support Program pay my Respite Care provider?
If you are approved to receive funding for respite care you will need to ask your Family Support agency if they can pay your respite care provider directly. Each agency develops their own accounting system for the distribution of funds to families. What can I do if I have an unresolved complaint pertaining to the Family Support Program?
If the conflict cannot be resolved with the agency Family Support Coordinator, there is a formal Grievance/Appeals process. If you do not have a copy of the Grievance/Appeals process ask the Family Support Coordinator for a copy.
Family Support Guidelines Family Support Program - Guidelines If you need forms in Arabic or Spanish, please contact: Director of Developmental Disability Services 500 James Robertson Parkway Davy Crockett Tower, 2nd Floor Family Support Intake Form (PDF) Family Support Intake Form (Word) Family Support Service Plan Citizenship Attestation Form Invoice for In-Home Services Advanced Payment State FS Appeals-Grievance-Fraud Signature Sheet Family Support Program – Claims & Reporting Process User’s Guidelines Family Support Program Brochure Family Support Program Flyer (English & Spanish) Family Support Agency List Family Support Program Staff West Tennessee Regional Office Email karla.
goodman@tn. gov Middle Tennessee Regional Office 291 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Nashville, TN 37214 Email: tammie. browning@tn.
gov East Tennessee Regional Office 4850 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy, Email: julia. kiehna@tn.
gov 500 James Robertson Parkway Davy Crockett Tower, 2nd Floor Email: jenna. s. martin@tn.
gov
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Tennessee residents of all ages and income levels with a severe disability that is lifelong, permanent, and results in significant daily life limitations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $6,000 per individual. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Family Support Grant (Tennessee) accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no single fixed deadline. Check the official notice for any cycle-specific review dates.
Family Support Grant (Tennessee) is funded by Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Tennessee. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Respite Ministries or Programs Grant is sponsored by Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD). Respite Ministries or Programs Grant is a grant from the Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) that funds the creation and expansion of respite care programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Faith-Based Respite Grant is sponsored by Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD). This grant provides one-time funding to faith-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to create or expand respite ministries or programs. These programs offer a safe place of rest for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.