Tennessee Resources

These are Tennessee-specific blindness and low-vision services. Choose the program you need, or call the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) for assistance finding your nearest office.

Statewide — Tennessee Department of Human Services

TDHS Blind & Visually Impaired Services
Phone: 833-772-8347
Statewide services, including vocational rehabilitation, independent living, deaf-blind services, and Tennessee Business Enterprises. Call to locate your regional office.

Employment and job training

TDHS Vocational Rehabilitation for Blind & Visually Impaired Tennesseans — Employment counseling, training, technology-related services, and job placement for eligible applicants. Phone: 833-772-8347.

Independent living and mobility

TDHS Independent Living Services — Independent living skills, orientation and mobility, Braille, and other supports throughout Tennessee. Phone: 833-772-8347.

Nashville and surrounding areas

For Nashville-area services, start with TDHS Blind & Visually Impaired Services. The statewide number is 833-772-8347; request the office serving your city or county.

Other Tennessee cities

TDHS serves residents in Memphis, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Jackson, and other cities. Contact the statewide office to confirm current local addresses and availability. We will add local organization listings after confirming each organization’s contact details.

Community Organizations, Local Chapters & Small Nonprofits

Explore independent advocacy groups, peer networks, accessible reading programs and community organizations in addition to state rehabilitation services. Listings are not endorsements; contact each organization to confirm current meetings and programs.

Nashville & Middle Tennessee

Memphis & West Tennessee

Knoxville & East Tennessee

East Tennessee Council of the Blind — Knoxville area. Email: etcb@tn-acb.org.

Crossville & Statewide Online

Own or run a small organization? Contact The Blind Dynasty to request inclusion. Include the group’s name, city or counties served, website or social page, public contact details and services offered. New and volunteer-led groups are welcome.

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