Metro Parks disABILITIES Program

The Metro Parks Disabilities Program was founded in 1969 when Special Olympics was in its infancy, and, until a few years ago, the majority of its programming revolved around the Olympics. Now, with increasingly frequent performances, like Songs Through Sign staged at Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre this spring, the Drama Program is rapidly growing and meeting the needs of even more adults with disabilities. For those who are not able to participate in Special Olympics due to health issues, the Drama Program gives them many of the same opportunities, so they too can learn teamwork and feel like winners.

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Davidson

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Metro Parks disABILITIES Program

644 West Iris Dr

Nashville, Tennessee 37204

(615) 383-0278

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7 Things You Don’t Know About Health in Memphis

Today, more Memphians than ever before are working together to improve health in their city. Here are some things you may not know about health in Memphis.

7 Things You Don’t Know About Health in Memphis

Today, more Memphians than ever before are working together to improve health in their city. Here are some things you may not know about health in Memphis.
Forces at Play

Could the path to happiness start at your local park? It sounds too good to be true, but research increasingly shows it’s a real possibility. A recent study of well-being in 44 major cities across the U.S. found that park coverage was among the best predictors of residents’ health and happiness. The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Foundation is investing in Memphis parks through its first BlueCross Healthy Place project, the revitalization of David Carnes Park in the city’s Whitehaven neighborhood. “Concentrating our giving on BlueCross Healthy Places will allow us to have a bigger impact within our communities, reaching both urban and rural areas across the state,” said Scott Wilson, BlueCross director of community relations and health foundation. “We’re […]

Forces at Play: Exploring the intuitive design of the upcoming BlueCross Healthy Place at David Carnes Park in Memphis

Could the path to happiness start at your local park? It sounds too good to be true, but research increasingly shows it’s a real possibility. A recent study of well-being in 44 major cities across the U.S. found that park coverage was among the best predictors of residents’ health and happiness. The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Foundation is investing in Memphis parks through its first BlueCross Healthy Place project, the revitalization of David Carnes Park in the city’s Whitehaven neighborhood. “Concentrating our giving on BlueCross Healthy Places will allow us to have a bigger impact within our communities, reaching both urban and rural areas across the state,” said Scott Wilson, BlueCross director of community relations and health foundation. “We’re […]
Preparing for Impact

Everyone knows to call 911 in an emergency, but what do you do when you need help finding food? Or getting a job? Or, more importantly, seeking shelter when your home environment is unsafe? In Tennessee, you can dial 211 and get that help immediately. The free, confidential line is backed by United Way of Greater Chattanooga and provides financial, domestic, health or disaster-related information to those who need it. No matter what callers are struggling with, in-house specialists listen to their needs and refer them to the proper resources. “Callers might need help paying rent or a utility bill, or they might need a voucher for food or information on domestic violence shelters — it can be any number […]

Preparing for Impact: At United Way of Greater Chattanooga, small contributions make a big difference

Everyone knows to call 911 in an emergency, but what do you do when you need help finding food? Or getting a job? Or, more importantly, seeking shelter when your home environment is unsafe? In Tennessee, you can dial 211 and get that help immediately. The free, confidential line is backed by United Way of Greater Chattanooga and provides financial, domestic, health or disaster-related information to those who need it. No matter what callers are struggling with, in-house specialists listen to their needs and refer them to the proper resources. “Callers might need help paying rent or a utility bill, or they might need a voucher for food or information on domestic violence shelters — it can be any number […]