Serving Northeast Tennessee since 1974
Improving the quality of life for the people of Northeast Tennessee.
FTHRA delivers transportation, nutrition, adult day services, senior employment, homemaker services, and many other vital social services to our friends and neighbors in need.
- Counties served
- 8
- Social service programs
- 10+
- Years of service
- 50+
- Founded
- 1974
Mission
To improve the quality of life for the people of Northeast Tennessee through the effective delivery of social services.
Vision
To provide the opportunity for each person to have a sense of self-worth and well-being; accept responsibility for self, family, and community; and have the capacity to be productive and independent.
What we do
Programs that strengthen Northeast Tennessee.
Meals on Wheels & Nutrition
Hot, nutritious meals delivered to seniors and the homebound across Northeast Tennessee.
Learn more →Adult Day Services
Daytime care, social engagement, and meals for older adults — and respite for families.
Learn more →Foster Grandparent Program
Older adults volunteer with children with special needs and earn a tax-free stipend.
Learn more →Senior Employment
Paid training and job placement for adults 55+ with limited income.
Learn more →Personal Support Services
In-home homemaker and personal care services to help people remain independent at home.
Learn more →Probation Programs
Misdemeanor probation supervision and DUI/defensive driving schools across the region.
Learn more →Probation Programs
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Latest
Community News.
Adult Day Services
Learning, Laughter, and Life Skills: Milligan OT Students at FTHRA Adult Day Services
Occupational therapy students from Milligan University spent the semester engaging participants in adaptive activities.
Meals on Wheels
FTHRA Joins the Subaru Share the Love Event to Support Meals on Wheels
Every new Subaru purchased through January 2 helps deliver meals to homebound seniors across the region.
Donate
Make a Lasting Impact: Support FTHRA Through Your IRA or 401(k)
Qualified charitable distributions from retirement accounts can amplify your giving and reduce your tax burden.
Counties served
Eight counties across Northeast Tennessee.
- Carter
- Greene
- Hancock
- Hawkins
- Johnson
- Sullivan
- Unicoi
- Washington
Get involved
There are many ways to support the work of FTHRA.
Donate
Direct contributions help fund meals, transportation, and care for those who need it most.
Make a gift →Volunteer
Give your time. Deliver a meal, mentor a child, or join a board committee.
Get involved →Work with us
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