T.A.R.P. Center for Independent Living

11/05/2025

11/05/2025

When it is time to vote...

Quick Reminders
• Stay in line. You cannot be turned away if you were already in line when polls closed.
• Poll workers must provide reasonable accommodations. If you can not stand-ask for a chair.
• You can ask to use the accessible voting machine.
• You have the right to receive assistance voting from a person of your choice or two poll workers. The only people who cannot help you vote are your employer, union representative, or a candidate on the ballot.
• Report barriers or issues to the Election Protection Hotline at
866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) or chat at 866OurVote.org.

Your vote matters. Thank you for showing up and voting today. You are part of a community of millions using their power to shape the future.

In community,
The REV UP Team

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11/03/2025

Donna, we are wishing you the happiest of birthdays and a year filled with blessings, laughter, and unforgettable moments! You have such a kind heart and a beautiful spirit that brighten the lives of everyone around you. On this special day, I hope you take time to celebrate yourself and all the wonderful things you’ve accomplished.

We pray this next chapter brings you new adventures, good health, and peace in everything you do. Keep shining your light — the world truly needs more of the love, wisdom, and warmth you share.

Here’s to another year of happiness, growth, and everything your heart desires. Have an incredible birthday, Donna — you deserve every bit of it! 🎉🎂💖

10/31/2025

Today, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced the launch of FeedTN.org a new platform connecting Tennesseans with resources and opportunities to serve their communities.

If you’re a SNAP recipient in Tennessee and looking for ways to fill the gap the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) — administered by our Commodities Staff here at TDA — provides nutritious food to eligible individuals and families. If you’re SNAP eligible, you are automatically eligible for TEFAP distributions.

Distribution is done DIRECTLY from your local food bank:
Use our interactive map to locate the food bank serving your county here. Simply select your county of residence from the dropdown menu and call the corresponding food bank or affiliate agency. There are HUNDREDS of affiliates on the map, so make sure to select your county to see them.

👉 https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/department/tennessee-agriculture-interactive-data/the-emergency-food-assistance-program.html

10/28/2025

10/28/2025

Sometimes it takes a village,
If you need to drop off at TARP, we will make sure it is delivered to The Carl Perkins Center.

10/27/2025

Here are some simple food safety tips that YOU can use!

10/27/2025

Smoking is NOT to play with as it can have serious health impacts!