Resources for Tennesseans with Disabilities
The Tennessee Department of Human Resources (TDHS) is here to help Tennesseans with disabilities and their advocates find the information they need to elevate their independence. Select an option below to download materials, discovery advocacy organizations that partner with TDHS or find videos about programs.
Videos About Tennessee Department of Human Services Resources
Resource Materials for Tennesseans with Disabilites
Vocational Rehabilitation Fact sheet - English
Vocational Rehabilitation Fact sheet - Spanish
STEP - Support and Training for Exceptional Parents
Community Partners that Serve Tennesseans with Disabilities
The Tennessee Department of Human Resources (TDHS) works with partners across the state to help Tennesseans with disabilities find independence and employment. Use the links below to locate partners across the state.
- Client Assistance Program
- Centers for Independent Living:
- Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU)
- Social Security Administration
- Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
- University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Education, Research and Service Vanderbilt Kennedy Center
Blind and Visually Impaired Resources
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Resources
Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities Resources
- Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities
- Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Resources for Educators and Parents:
- Transition Services – Tennessee Department of Human Services
- Transition Tennessee
- Tennessee Department of Children Services
- Tennessee Department of Education
- STEP Tennessee
Legal Rights Resources:
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Disability Rights TN
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- Legal Aid Society
- U.S. Office of Disability Employment Policy
Note: TDHS does not endorse the organizations listed on this page but provides this list as resource for Tennesseans who need information and assistance. Each listed organization should be evaluated on their own merits.