AARP Tennessee: More Than 700,000 Members Strong

Tennessee is expanding its at-home care program in March, starting in Middle Tennessee and gradually covering the whole state. Photo:Corbis

More TennCare Spending on Home Services
For years, Tennessee has ranked dead last in helping older people and people with disabilities stay in their own homes. While other states directed more Medicaid dollars to visiting nurses, meal delivery, home health aides and other in-home assistance, TennCare poured 99 percent of its long-term care dollars into nursing homes.  More >>

State Budget Cuts Hurting People From Coast to Coast
The most vulnerable groups—elderly, disabled and children—are hardest hit when 41 states make midyear budget cuts in health, education and state government workforces in 2009.  More >>

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Tennessee is launching an online prescription drug program serving residents on the Cumberland Plateau.

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Previous Tennessee Articles

Marilyn and Wayne King, both 67, view their backyard in Lebanon. Their patio is on the same level as the inside of the house so they do not have to ascend stairs. Photo by Joon Powell

October Issue: Building for Aging Boomers
Marilyn King wanted a home with easy access—no steps to have to climb—but she is quick to point out she is not living in a retirement community. She and her husband, Wayne, both 67 and retired from their high voltage safety training business, wanted to downsize from their 2,800 square foot house and 3.2 acres.  More >>

• Not Enough Instructors to Train Nurses
• September Issue: Health Insurance Becoming ‘Major Problem’
• May Issue: Taking Steps Toward Walkability

State-by-State Resource Guides
• Guide to Health Care Provider Performance
• List of No-Call Registration Info
• Guide to Transportation Assistance
• Guide to Nursing Home Performance Data

Local Resources
• Help for Tennessee Families
• Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability