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TCAC is proud to be on the forefront of this most generous
program that allows the distribution of goods to those in need.
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TCAC's Community VISTA Program
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This is one of the largest privately funded VISTA programs in the United States. Over 36 VISTAs serve with public housing communities to develop programs and partners within those areas. TCAC VISTAs serve 24/7, establishing programs that are instrumental in developing a better community. These VISTAs coordinate life-long, meaningful changes that affect the health, safety, economic stability, and attitudes of the residents who live within the community. VISTAs develop and strengthen resident programs while also recruiting and training volunteers to build capacity and promote sustainability in order to make a difference in Tennessee. |
| TCAC Tennessee READS Program
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TN Reads VISTAs serve in low-performing school systems throughout Tennessee. This collaborative effort between the Corporation for National Service (CNCS) and TCAC has helped to increase the reading and math scores of students who otherwise would be left behind. VISTAs also work with parents to address issues that may arise because of a lack of educational opportunities or low communication skills. |
| TCAC Community Cares AmeriCorps Program
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This program serves the low-income senior population. TCAC's exemplary Community Cares Program assists the frail, elderly, and challenged individuals so they may remain in their homes instead of being sent to assisted living communities or nursing homes. At a time when costs for the elderly are constantly sky-rocketing, TCAC's AmeriCorp members provides this service free of charge to the recipients. AmeriCorps members are there to "get the job done" by assisting with daily tasks, while allowing the residents they serve to maintain their dignity, pride, and confidence. |
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TCAC Resident Initiatives Program
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These programs provide up-to-date and in-depth symposiums and training seminars to residents in the Southern region of the United States. The trainings are both informative and entertaining. The topics include, but are not limited to: HUD's most recently updated resident information, as well as how to resolve community and personal conflict, fundraising tips and ideas, establishing and maintaining resident organizations, and building an overall better community. TCAC hosts the leadership conferences twice yearly. This program also provides service learning opportunities for Tennessee youth to become more civically responsible, expand their learning environment and meet community needs. |
