Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Community Support Services
Founded in 1974, Mid-Cumberland Human Resource Agency is a trusted nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities in Middle Tennessee. Our mission focuses on fostering self-sufficiency through comprehensive services including In-Home Support, Meals-on-Wheels, Public Transit, and Community Corrections. With a team of experienced professionals, we address critical needs for seniors, disabled individuals, and at-risk populations across 13 counties. Our 50-year legacy demonstrates expertise in connecting vulnerable populations with essential resources while maintaining strict compliance with federal and state regulations.As a 501(c)(3) organization, we combine community partnerships with strategic funding from public and private sources to maximize service impact. Our proven success includes enabling 93% of Homemaker clients to remain safely independent and delivering over 11 million meals through our nutrition programs. We maintain transparent operations with detailed reporting to regulatory bodies while continuously expanding access through language assistance services. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in social services administration, ensuring we meet evolving community needs with innovative solutions.
Services
Meals-on-Wheels
Public Transit
Homemaker Services
Community Corrections
DUI Education
Ombudsman Services
Representative Payee
Rural Planning
Misdemeanor Management
Pet Food Delivery
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- 50 years of proven service excellence across Middle Tennessee
- 93% success rate in maintaining client independence through Homemaker services
- Comprehensive network of community partnerships for holistic support
- State-certified DUI education and Community Corrections programs
- Over 11 million meals delivered through nutrition programs
What people say
Volunteers are wonderful
Changed my life
Essential service
Improved health
Community lifeline
Services
Meals-on-Wheels
Our Meals-on-Wheels program delivers nutritious meals to seniors aged 60+ who are homebound or meet state eligibility criteria. Registered dieticians plan balanced meals prepared in commercial kitchens, with volunteers ensuring proper storage during delivery. The program includes congregate dining sites, nutrition education, and pet food assistance to reduce senior isolation and improve health outcomes.
Homemaker Services
Homemaker Services provide essential in-home support for seniors and disabled individuals to maintain independent living. Trained professionals assist with bill payment, medical access, household tasks, and abuse prevention. This program helps 93% of clients remain safely in their homes while addressing critical needs through personalized care plans and regular monitoring.
Community Corrections
Community Corrections offers felony offender rehabilitation as an alternative to incarceration. The program combines supervision with support services including drug testing, counseling, job training, and restitution collection. With a 50% successful termination rate and 10% recidivism rate, it provides cost-effective solutions that enhance public safety while promoting offender rehabilitation through structured probation programs.
Public Transit
Our curb-to-curb public transit system serves rural Middle Tennessee with flexible scheduling options. The service provides reliable transportation for medical appointments, grocery shopping, and other essential needs, particularly benefiting elderly and disabled residents who lack alternative transportation options in the 13-county service area.
DUI Education
State-licensed DUI School provides alcohol and drug education for first-time offenders. The 12-hour program includes group discussions, video materials, and individual assessments to determine future risk. Certified instructors work with courts across multiple counties to meet state requirements while addressing substance abuse issues through comprehensive educational programming.
People
Jane Hamrick
Executive Director
Leading Mid-Cumberland since 2014, Jane brings 25+ years of nonprofit leadership experience. She oversees strategic operations across 13 counties, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while expanding service accessibility through innovative partnerships and community engagement initiatives.
Kevin Rye
Director of Operations
With 18 years in social services administration, Kevin manages daily operations across all programs. He specializes in optimizing service delivery systems while maintaining fiscal responsibility, ensuring efficient resource allocation to meet growing community needs across Middle Tennessee.
Terry Dixon
Finance Director
Terry oversees financial operations with expertise in nonprofit accounting and grant management. With 20+ years in public finance, he ensures transparent reporting to funding agencies while maintaining fiscal sustainability for long-term program viability.
Melinda Lunday
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Melinda advocates for nursing home residents' rights with 15 years of elder care experience. She resolves facility disputes, educates families about resident rights, and works to improve care standards across 160+ long-term care facilities in the service region.
Jamie Davenport
Meals-on-Wheels Coordinator
Managing the nutrition program since 2010, Jamie oversees meal preparation and volunteer coordination. She ensures compliance with health regulations while expanding pet food assistance programs that reduce senior isolation and improve overall client well-being.
Questions
What populations do you serve?
We serve seniors aged 60+, disabled individuals, felony offenders, and vulnerable populations across 13 Middle Tennessee counties through specialized programs.
How can I access Meals-on-Wheels?
Seniors aged 60+ who are homebound or meet state guidelines qualify. Contact our Nashville office or complete an online referral form for eligibility assessment.
Are services available in Spanish?
Yes, we provide complete translation services to ensure language never creates barriers to accessing our programs or assistance.
Can I volunteer with your organization?
Volunteers are crucial to our mission. Opportunities include meal delivery, facility visits, and administrative support. Complete our online application to join the volunteer program.
How is the organization funded?
We receive funding through United Way contributions, private donations, and federal, state, and local government grants across our various program areas.
