Resources in the local community
Navigating through life's challenges can be overwhelming, but knowing where to find help can make a significant difference. This guide provides information on various resources available in the local community, addressing essential needs such as food, housing, and utility assistance. Whether you're facing food insecurity, struggling to find shelter, or need support with utility bills, organizations are ready to offer support. Explore the following sections to discover the services and programs that can help you or someone you know in times of need.
Food Insecurity:
Address:
Manna Cafe
605 Providence Blvd
Clarksville, TN 37042
Contact Info:
(931) 933-0970
Services:
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Hot meals on site
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Mobile hot meals throughout the community
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Grocery food boxes pick up Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 am-4:00 pm; bring a piece of mail with your Clarksville/ APSU address
Learn more about Manna Cafe
Address:
Loaves & Fishes
825 Crossland Ave
Clarksville, TN 37040
Contact Info:
(931) 645-9020
Services:
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Hot mid-day meals on site Monday- Saturday from 10:30 am-12:30pm
Learn more about Loaves and Fishes
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides benefits via an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
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Works like a debit card and is accepted at nearly all grocery stores.
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If you need assistance in completing the application process, you can set up an appointment with Olivia Lahann, Basic Needs Coordinator.
SNAP Guide for College Students
Address:
Clarksville Urban Ministries
217 South 3rd Street
Clarksville, TN 37040
Contact Info:
(931) 648-9090
Services:
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Provides emergency assistance including utility bills, food boxes (every 30 days), medication vouchers. Must qualify.
Learn more about Clarksville Urban Ministries
Housing Insecurity
Address:
Salvation Army
210 Kraft St
Clarksville, Tennessee 37040
Contact Info:
1-800-SAL-ARMY
Services:
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Operates Center of Hope Emergency Shelter (single men and women dorms and family suites available)
Learn more about Clarksville Corps
Address:
Old Firehouse Day Shelter
1498 Golf Club Lane
Clarksville, TN 37040
Contact Info:
(931) 542-0381
Services:
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Day shelter operates Monday-Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm
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Room in the Inn: area churches provide hot meal and warm place to sleep during the winter months (Nov. 1- March 31)
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Full-service center that serves as the entry point for homeless or needy families to provide referrals to programs and services including food, medical, housing, counseling, employment assistance, mental health, and substance abuse.
Learn more about The Old Firehouse Day Shelter
24-hour Crisis Hotline:
(931) 552-6900
Services:
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Provides emergency services to survivors of domestic violence as well as minor children. Provides residential program and case management
Learn more about Clarksville Urban Ministries SafeHouse Program
Utilities Assistance
Contact Info:
(931) 896-1800
Services:
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Assistance with energy bills if eligible
Learn more about Community Action Agency