The
Tennessee Respite Network (TRN) is a program under the umbrella of Tennessee
Voices for Children. We
maintain a statewide Information and Referral Service for families who
have children ages 0-18 with any type of serious disability. We are funded
by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities.
Families can access the TRN by calling (615) 269-7855 or 1-888-269-7855
(toll free). Parents who call are given referrals to local agencies and
to individuals for respite services. TRN
also conducts a 40-hour Respite Provider Training for individuals wishing
to become respite providers. In some cases, families can also receive
financial assistance for respite through the Planned Respite for Families
Program funded by Magellan Behavioral Health, Inc. (see the description
at the end of this section).
Overview
of Respite
Overview of
Respite Provider Training
Computer Requirements for Online Training
Planned
Respite for Families Program
