Gallatin Senior Directory
ACTIVITIES & EDUCATION
Civic Center
615-451-5911
210 Albert Gallatin Avenue, Gallatin, TN
www.gallatintn.gov/Civic-Center
Pool, exercise equipment, senior fitness classes
Public Library
615-452-1722
123 E. Main Street, Gallatin, TN
www2.youseemore.com/gallatinPL/
Computer access, genealogy, local history
Rose Mont
615-451-2331
810 South Water Avenue, Gallatin, TN
historicrosemont.com/
Tours, rose garden, events
Senior Citizens Center
615-451-1531
200 E. Franklin Street, Gallatin, TN
www.gallatinseniorcenter.org/
Group meals, health screenings, crafts, recreation, education and fitness classes, casino trips
Sumner County Archives
615-452-0037
365 Belvedere Drive, Gallatin, TN
archives.sumnertn.org/
County records, photos, genealogy, historical documents
Sumner County Museum
615-451-3738
183 W Main St, Gallatin, TN
sumnercountymuseum.org/
Two floors of exhibits including Civil War, Native American, moonshine stills, farming tools
Volunteer State College’s Key Lifelong Learning Program
615-230-3358
183 W Main St, Gallatin, TN
www.volstate.edu/taxonomy/term/258
Lecture series on topics such as plant-based nutrition; the Vietnam War; Saudi Arabia; and life on earth
ELDER LAW / ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEYS
Gallatin Legal Aid Society
615-451-1880
106 Public Square #109
las.org/
Free legal assistance on employment, domestic violence, health and benefits, housing, money and taxes
Heritage Law Group, PLLC
615-989-7054
1526 Hunt Club Blvd Ste. 550, Gallatin, TN
www.heritagelawtn.com
Estate planning, elder law, probate
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency
615-452-7570
600 Small Street, Suite 122 Gallatin, TN
www.midcumberland.org/
Utilities and rent assistance, disabled services, weatherization
FOOD & CLOTHING
Gallatin Cares
615-452-7570
200 E. Franklin Street, Gallatin, TN
https://www.gallatincares.org/
Short-term economic assistance, food pantry, thrift store
Sunmner County Food Bank
615-452-4022
1021 Woods Ferry Road, Gallatin, TN
sumnercountyfoodbankgallatin.com/
Food giveaways on the third Tuesday of each month from 9:00AM until 1:00PM. Bring a photo ID and a utility bill that shows your Sumner County address.
Senior Citizens Center
615-451-1531
200 E. Franklin Street, Gallatin, TN
www.gallatinseniorcenter.org/
Hot lunch for a small fee. Delivers to Christian Towers and the Manor.
Sumner County SNAP (formerly Food Stamps)
615-451-5814
393 Maple Street #200 Gallatin, TN
www.tn.gov/humanservices.html
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) provides nutritional assistance benefits to children and families, the elderly, the disabled, unemployed and working families.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Eldercare Locator
800-677-1116
www.eldercare.acl.gov
Helps identify community resources for older adults nationwide.
TN Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
615-255-1010
https://www.coamidtn.org/directory/
In home services, meals on wheels, transportation information
United Way 211
211
Info on healthcare, food and financial assistance, counseling and legal services
GOVERNMENT SERVICES
EMPLOYMENT
American Job Center
615-451-5800
1598 GreenLea Blvd
Jobs4tn.gov
Employment, job training, GED, drivers’ education
SCAMS
U.S. Postal Service
877-876-2455
usps.com/postalinspectors
Mail fraud, ID theft
Tennessee Senior Medicare Patrol
931-432-3293
www.smpresource.org/
Assist Medicare beneficiaries to prevent, detect, and report health care fraud, errors, and abuse.
SOCIAL SECURITY
Social Security Gallatin Branch
866-964-7392
637 Commons Drive, Gallatin, TN
www.ssa.gov/
Statement information, change of address, calculating and managing benefits
SOLICITATION REDUCTION
National “Do Not Call” Registry
888-382-1222
Federal protection from sales calls to your telephone.
Gallatin “Do Not Solicit” Registry
615-451-5895
www.gallatintn.gov/460/Do-Not-Solicit-Registry
Local protection from door-to-door sales. Register online. Stickers available at Gallatin City Hall.
VETERANS SERVICES
TN Dept of Veterans Services
615-741-2345
www.tn.gov/veteran.html
Mental health, benefits, cemeteries
VA Caregiver Support Services
855-260-3274
www.caregiver.va.gov
Information about services available through the VA to help with the caring for a veteran including adult-day services, home care and respite.
Veterans’ Clinic
615-741-2345
419 SteamPlant Road, Gallatin, TN
www.tennesseevalley.va.gov/locations/Gallatin_VA_Clinic.asp
Primary Care, Mental Health, Social Work, Clinical Pharmacist, Behavioral Health, and Whole Health (Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, and Acupuncture)
Veterans Crisis Line
800-273-8255
Text available by texting 838255
24/7 support, free, confidential
VA Health Resource Center
877-222-8387
Information on VA health benefits, eligibility, billing and pharmacy-related inquiries
www.va.gov/HEALTHBENEFITS/resources/hrc.asp
US Veteran Transportation
615-390-7160
Shared van rides from the City of Gallatin to VA Medical Appointments primarily in Nashville or Murfreesboro.
HEALTH
COUNTY HEALTH & OTHER CLINICS
Salvus Center
615-451-0038
556 Harstville Pike, Gallatin, TN
www.salvuscenter.org/
Faith-based primary medical care. Serving working uninsured of Sumner County.
Sumner County Health Department
615-206-1100
1005 Union School Road, Gallatin, TN|
www.sumnertn.org/offices/health
Preventative and sick care, family planning, immunizations, vital records. Health services based on a sliding fee scale.
DENTAL CARE
Hope Dental Services
615-644-4746
1124 New Highway 52 East, Westmoreland, TN
hopefamilyhealth.org/
Discounted dental services for those at poverty levels.
DISABILITIES
Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
800-640-4636
vkc.mc.vanderbilt.edu/pathsearch/
Statewide referral services for disability resourses operated by Vanderbilt Kennedy Center
ARC Tennessee
615-248-5878
www.thearctn.org/
Assists those with intellectual disabilities and their families
EmpowerTN
615-292-5803
empowertn.org/
Peer support, individual and systems advocacy, independent living skills training
Technology Access Center
615-248-6733
tacnashville.org/
Promotes the independence and participation of individuals of all ages with disabilities in school, work, play and everyday activities through their use of assistive technology.
United Cerebral Palsy of Middle Tennessee
615-242-4091
ucpmidtn.org/
Advancing independence for those affected by mobility issues.
Volunteers of America
615-885-2552
www.voa.org/
Affordable housing, basic needs, mental health
HEALTH INFORMATION & SUPPORT
Alzheimer’s Association, Tennessee Chapter
615-315-5880
www.alz.org/tn
Referral to local support groups, early stage memory loss and caregiver support group, safe return identification program, helpline and community resource/education centers for caregivers
Area Agency on Aging and Disability
615-255-1010
tn.gov/content/tn/aging.html
Information and referral helpline for seniors and other adults with physical disabilities in the Greater Nashville area. Services include Medicare counseling and serves ad the entry point for home and community based services
TN Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
615-255-1010
www.coamidtn.org/directory/
In home services, meals on wheels, transportation information
Mental Health America of the Mid-South
615-269-5355
https://www.mhamt.org/
Concerned caregivers, education courses, support group, referrals and in-home education
HEALTH INSURANCE
Health Assist Tennessee
615-313-9972
www.getcoveredtenn.org/
If you are NOT eligible for Medicaid (TennCare) or Marketplace health insurance, Health Assist can help you find local resources to help access affordable healthcare.
Medicare Customer Call Center
800-633-4227
National Council on Aging
571-527-3900
https://www.ncoa.org/
Offers online tools and a nationwide network to find best solutions to improve your health and economic security—and we strengthen government programs that we all depend on as we age
Social Security Administration
800-772-1213
www.ssa.gov
Retirement benefits for those at least 61 years old
TennCare
855-259-0701
www.tn.gov/tenncare.html
TennCare is the state of Tennessee’s Medicaid program providing health insurance, including long-term services and supports, through the use of managed care.
TN State Health Insurance Assistance Program
877-801-0044
Offers free Medicare information and counseling including information on Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans.
HOSPITALS, URGENT CARE & ER
Sumner Regional Medical Center
615-452-4210
555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin, TN
www.mysumnermedical.com/
Offering a wide continuum of care provided by more than 300 physicians in more than 50 medical specialties and sub-specialties, backed by the latest imaging technologies, state-of-the-art surgical suites, critical care rooms, intelligent emergency department design and all-new private patient wellness rooms.
Moore Life Urgent Care (CLINIC)
615-461-8784
253 W. Main Street, Gallatin, TN
moorelifeurgentcare.com/
Urgent care and walk-ins, medical weight loss, occupational health
Sumner Station (Emergency Room)
615-328-3500
225 Big Station Camp; Gallatin, TN
www.mysumnermedical.com/our-services/sumner-station-er
Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medical Services, open 24/7, 365 days a year, on-site diagnostic imaging on-site laboratory for instant lab results, ER physicians and staff
MENTAL HEALTH
Cumberland Mental Health Services
615-452-1354
Addiction recovery, outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication management
PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE
AARP General Information
800-456-2277
www.aarp.org/
Additional insurance to save costs on prescription medications
Medicare
800-633-4227
www.medicare.gov
Medicare is the federal health insurance program for: People who are 65 or older.
REHABILITATION
Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
615-452-2322
438 N. Water Avenue, Gallaitn, TN
http://gallatincenterrehab.com/
Short and long-term care. Secure dementia unit.
NHC Place Sumner
615-451-0788
140 Thorne Blvd, Gallatin, TN
nhccare.com/locations/nhc-place-sumner/
Respite care, assisted living, memory care
The Waters of Gallatin
615-452-7132
555 E. Bledsoe Street, Gallatin, TN
watersofgallatin.com/
Rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, memory care
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Buffalo Valley
615-374-9397
885 Highway 231 South, Castillian Springs
http://www.buffalovalley.org/
Residential treatment center including opiods and alcohol.
VISION
Lion’s Club
615-642-5777
www.gallatinlionsclub.org/
HOUSING & GROUP HOMES
Christian Towers of Gallatin
615-452-9363
138 E. Franklin Street, Gallatin, TN
www.ctandmgallatin.org/
Age 62+, independent living, affordable housing
Crestwood Towers
615-451-9008
212 N. Boyers Avenue, Gallatin, TN
Low-income, affordable housing
Gallatin Housing Authority
615-452-1661
401 N. Boyers Avenue, Gallatin, TN
http://www.gallatinha.com/
Affordable housing
The Waters of Gallatin
615-452-7132
555 E. Bledsoe Street, Gallatin, TN
http://watersofgallatin.com/
Age 55+ community, independent living
Sumner County Veterans Home
615-452-3402
1105 S. Water Ave, Gallatin, TN
www.facebook.com/pages/Sumner-County-Veterans-Home/781275958565441
Brookdale Gallatin
615-451-7722
400 Hancock Street, Gallatin, TN
www.brookdale.com/en/communities/brookdale-gallatin.html?cid=yext
Assisted and independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice
Morningside of Gallatin
615-230-5600
1085 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin, TN
www.fivestarseniorliving.com/communities/tn/gallatin/morningside-of-gallatin
Assisted living, respite care, short-term stays
NHC Place Sumner
615-451-0788
140 Thorne Blvd, Gallatin, TN
nhccare.com/locations/nhc-place-sumner/
Independent and assisted living, memory care
RESPITE CARE ONLY (Adult day-services center)
The Veranda
615-675-4345
650 Gallatin Pike, Suite 7a, Gallatin, TN
Exercises, crafts and social interaction. Monthly support group for caregivers.
HELP AT HOME & HOME REPAIRS
Preferred Care at Home of Sumner
615-970-3737
1529 Hunt Club Blvd #100, Gallatin, TN
preferhome.com/
Home-care services including companion, Alzheimer’s, hospital to home and end of life care.
Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency
615-452-7570
600 Small Street, Suite 122 Gallatin, TN
www.midcumberland.org/
The Weatherization Assistance Program improves the energy efficiency of low-income homes.
TRANSPORTATION
American Cancer Society
800-227-2345
www.cancer.org/treatment/support-programs-and-services/road-to-recovery.html
The “Road to Recovery” program pairs ride volunteers with those cancer patients
Community Life Ride
615-431-2660
www.communitylifebridge.org
Low-cost assisted ride service that pairs a senior who needs a ride with a volunteer who can give one.
GoGo Grandparent
855-464-6872
gogograndparent.com/
Allows older adults to utilize transportation companies like Lyft while keeping family and loved ones notified.