It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Historic Travellers Rest Historic House Museum gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Nashville, TN is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Francie, thank you so much for the brief visit. It was a pleasure to meet you and have the opportunity to give you my honest assessment of your company and Lisa in particular. From the moment I met Stacy and outlined our needs until I first met Lisa I felt comfortable and felt positive about your company and the staff. You and your staff are very sincere and compassionate. Lisa is a dream come true. She is gracious and kind and extremely well-trained. You only have to request something once and she remembers. She is thoughtful and precise about her work and helps in any way she can. She is the BEST" at her job should be held as the gold standard. Thank you for the beautiful flowers. We enjoyed them very much. Sincerely, Pam W”
“I've been working at Always Best Care Nashville for a few months now, and I can confidently say it's been a fantastic experience. The supportive and collaborative environment here truly stands out. The team is made up of dedicated professionals who genuinely care about providing the best care for our clients. If you're looking for a caring and professional organization to work for or to seek care services from, I highly recommend Always Best Care Nashville. It’s been a pleasure to be part of such a committed and compassionate team!”
“I have had the pleasure of working with Always Best Care, and I can't speak highly enough about this amazing organization. The team is incredibly wonderful and compassionate, going above and beyond in every aspect of their work. From the very first interaction, it's clear that they truly care about their caregivers and the community they serve. Their dedication to providing top-notch senior services is evident in the genuine relationships they build and the thoughtful care they deliver.”
“"Best care" was definitely our experience with Always Best Care Senior Services. After a family member visiting Nashville was stranded in a hotel room following a fall, we were desperate for help. Friday evening at 7PM isn't a great time to go looking for help, but Stacey jumped in and by 9PM we had the support we needed to get us to the next morning's flight back home. Our nurse Eunice was friendly, communicative, anticipated our needs and made us immediately at ease. Ours wasn't the typical case, but I'm sure the urgency and care Stacey and Eunice showed us IS typical for them!”
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“I am extremely grateful for the home care services ABC offers. Their staff is absolutely phenomenal. Very professional, dependable and caring. The support staff for scheduling and billing are very courteous and easy to do business with.”
“I’d like to take a moment to thank you and everyone at Always Best Care for the assistance and great care provided to my mother following her stroke. After a lengthy stay in a rehabilitation center, mom was very clear that she wanted to go home. The stroke had unfortunately robbed her of her independence, and to go home, we would need round-the-clock care. Always Best Care came into our family at that point and made it possible for mom to be at home for over 20 months. Maintaining continuity of care and finding the right match of caregivers is no east task. There are so many moving parts that go into making that happen day after day, and somehow your team made it look easy. Coordinating staffing around last-minute callouts, illness, incompatible personalities, holidays, family dynamics, etc. These and other challenges did arise, but the important thing is that you reliably found solutions. Through a challenging state in my mother’s life, and for our entire family, your caregiver and office staff provide the support and peace of mind we needed. We’ve been very fortunate along the way to have many wonderful caregivers, and I’ve personally enjoyed getting to know them, I want to emphasize that you have very special people on your team. Thank you for supporting our family and caring for my mother!”
“We have been accessing Always Best Care’s wonderful staff in recent months to go along with my husband to doctor’s appointments. I’ve lost track of how many times, but it’s been frequent. And every one of their caregivers have been outstanding. So wonderful to know you can rely on the people at ABC!”
“Can't say enough nice things about the caregivers from ABC. Professional, personal, reliable, we feel so fortunate to be working with them.”
“I was in need of someone to be with my husband for 8 hours while I had to be away from home. I was a little nervous since we had never used this type of service before. The two ladies who interviewed us and explained the procedure could not have been nicer and more professional. When the caregiver Rhonda arrived, she immediately put us at ease. She was very efficient in making sure she had my husband’s medicine doses correct and in asking questions pertinent to his Parkinson’s. When I returned home, they both seemed to have had a great time looking at my husband’s extensive photography collection and watching westerns on TV. We will most definitely use Always Best Care again!”
“Always Best Care goes above and beyond! They treat you and your loved ones like family. When faced with the difficult decisions that come along with caring for a senior, they showed compassion and helped guide us with confidence. My family can not recommend them enough!”
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“Always Best Care exceeded my expectations! Their caring staff helped make mine and my family's lives so much easier when we were in need of help! My father was well taken care of and developed a great relationship with his ABC caregiver. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for caregiving help!”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Centennial Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Standard or visit The Savage House, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Nashville, TN, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Nashville, TN understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Nashville, TN 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
One local restaurant says their business has been cut in half this week.NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Since Sunday, the Tennessee Highway Patrol and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have stopped 468 people on the road, leading to 94 people being detained for their immigration status.Small businesses in South Nashville, where most of the activity has occurred, say the result has been a major drop in sales as their usual customers fear for their safety when they leave the house.“All of our clients, they a...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Since Sunday, the Tennessee Highway Patrol and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have stopped 468 people on the road, leading to 94 people being detained for their immigration status.
Small businesses in South Nashville, where most of the activity has occurred, say the result has been a major drop in sales as their usual customers fear for their safety when they leave the house.
“All of our clients, they are scared,” manager of a family-owned South Nashville restaurant Scarlet Gomez told WSMV. “We have had a lot of people come out and say that they have just been home, locked in their rooms because even a knock on the door frightens them.”
Gomez’s parents have owned the restaurant for eight years now. She says she basically grew up there.
“Mostly all my childhood was spent here,” Gomez said. “I have a lot of memories. My parents would bring me, and I would talk to the clients and be like, walking around.”
She says she always remembered the restaurant as being joyful and a place for her neighbors to come and enjoy the biggest pupusas in town.
“Here, it’s like two pupusas in one,” she said. “I feel like that’s why we have a lot of clients as well. You order the pupusas, they come back and you’re like, ‘Oh, okay, I have some for later too.’”
But she says ever since ICE started stopping people and taking them away, the feeling of joy has been replaced by fear.
“We have a client that comes in every single day,” she said. “Ever since this happened, he has not showed up at all. He was a client that would come, we would talk to him. He would stay here three hours. Now he just comes, picks up his food, if he does come around, he picks up the food and leaves. It is sad.”
It’s an impact felt by many businesses in South Nashville, especially on Nolensville Pike where much of the ICE operations have happened.
“They see one Hispanic driving and they’re instantly getting pulled over,” Gomez said. “I had a family friend get pulled over for absolutely no reason, just for being Hispanic. And the first question they asked was, ‘Are you born here?’”
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President and CEO of the Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Yuri Cunza says ICE activity has impacted many local businesses he knows.
“It can impact our local businesses if individuals choose not to go out at night, for instance, just to avoid any potential trouble,” he said. “If there are operatives or checkpoints that interfere with the normal flow of traffic, also it may deter individuals that just wanted to spend some time dining or shopping, and you don’t want to be trapped for whatever reason in the middle of something.”
He says now more than ever, local small businesses need your support.
“You can support a business that way by ordering delivery or any other way, maybe purchasing gift cards, making plans to come with friends and family, perhaps at different times of the day that you feel is safer,” Cunza said.
He says the rhetoric around the Latino immigrant population has made things harder for businesses and everyday people alike.
“It is hard perhaps to grasp and imagine what a Hispanic person feels when we have to go out and about and we need to go visit other people or just do grocery shopping. We feel a little bit put on the spotlight for the wrong reasons.”
Cunza says the Nashville Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is available to help those who may be nervous or confused about their immigration status.
“If someone out there does not have their proper immigration status or is unaware of their immigration status or may have not been aware that that expired, well, I think the best thing they can do is reach out and contact either a lawyer or can also reach out to the Hispanic Chamber for referrals to professionals that can serve them in this particular need,” Cunza said.
But as the South Nashville community is doing its best to support its immigrant neighbors, businesses like Gomez’s family restaurant are still worried about the future and who could be the next to disappear.
“We’re mostly scared because we’re scared to be separated,” Gomez said. “We have lots of people say, ‘Oh, somebody got taken and their kids were left.’ They’re planning into the future of not being here.”
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee told Fox News that he believes President Donald Trump's approach to global trade will benefit the U.S., while also acknowledging the uncertainty it's causing, during a live taping of "Fox & Friends" at Puckett's Restaurant in Downtown Nashville.Lee made the comments on the morning of May 8, ahead of Trump's anticipated trade deal announcement in the United Kingdom."He is making decisions that in the short-term sometimes can be challenging for people, but in the long term...
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee told Fox News that he believes President Donald Trump's approach to global trade will benefit the U.S., while also acknowledging the uncertainty it's causing, during a live taping of "Fox & Friends" at Puckett's Restaurant in Downtown Nashville.
Lee made the comments on the morning of May 8, ahead of Trump's anticipated trade deal announcement in the United Kingdom.
"He is making decisions that in the short-term sometimes can be challenging for people, but in the long term, we know they have to be done," Lee said. "Something has to be done to right the imbalances and get our economy headed back in the right direction. It's been four years of tough economy, and we've got to get it moving."
Trump imposed a 10% "baseline" tariff on all imports, plus 145% tariffs on China and 25% on Canada and Mexico for goods not in compliance with the 2018 United States-Mexico-Canada free trade agreement. But negotiations are ongoing.
"I ran a business for 25 years before I became governor, and there was a time in our business when things were out of kilter. You have to make short-term decisions that sometimes are really hard to save a company," Lee said of his tenure at his family's construction business Lee Company. "Business people know that. They know that things have been out of kilter with this country for some time. President Trump understands that."
Lee joined a crowd of about 100 people gathered at dawn inside of Puckett's Restaurant in Downtown Nashville for the live show. Fox News' morning show "Fox & Friends" set up an outpost for its Thursday taping.
Puckett's was founded outside Nashville in the 1950s and has grown to a beloved chain serving Southern homestyle meals in Tennessee and Alabama.
As producers encouraged high energy and loud clapping, a crowd dotted with Make America Great Again hats, American flag pins and stickers supporting Sen. Marsha Blackburn followed suit.
The focus of Fox host Charlie Hurt's interviews with Lee and the head of the U.S. Small Business Administration Kelly Loeffler was National Small Business Week.
Addressing the restaurant, Hurt asked questions like "Who's happy with the first 100 days of the Trump presidency?" and "How many people like what Donald Trump is doing with tariffs?"
The audience answered with roaring cheers.
Hurt's segment also featured Tennessee business owners like apparel manufacturer Authentically American CEO Dean Wegner and drinkware brand Symglass cofounder Quinn O'Sullivan.
Fox News Executive Vice President of Morning Programming Megan Albano said Nashville was chosen due to its vibrant small business community.
“Small businesses are the backbone of America, we were excited to have the opportunity to speak with owners and hear their stories," Albano said.
Lee also reminded Fox viewers that businesses like software giant Oracle and California-based In-N-Out Burger are vigorously expanding their Tennessee presences, and Tennessee's school voucher program launches next week.
After overcoming bipartisan opposition in the state legislature, Lee signed the Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship Act into law earlier this year. It established a $447 million statewide program to offer state-funded scholarships for private schools to kids regardless of their family income levels or ZIP codes.
About 20,000 Education Freedom Scholarships will be distributed when the applications open on May 15.
"Parents across the state will, for the first time, universally have an option to decide where their child best learns," Lee said. "And the government doesn't make that decision."
Nashville is one of several stops on SBA Administrator Loeffler's nationwide tour this week to celebrate small businesses and understand how the Trump administration's policies are impacting them.
"Small businesses are the heartbeat of our communities. We see it right here at Puckett's," Loeffler said. "I mean, they're here at work before most people even get out of bed."
She said small businesses nationwide are "optimistic," and she expects "a boom" coming for the U.S. economy.
Tennessee's economic growth is set to slow this year, according to The University of Tennessee Knoxville's Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research. But new business formation in Tennessee is still more than double what it was 10 years ago, and companies that are launching here are staying in business longer on average — with 31.8% more businesses renewing their licenses in the fourth quarter of 2024 than did in 2023.
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Comcast announced it will award grant packages to 100 small businesses in Nashville and surrounding areas as part of its Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment (RISE) program. This marks the second time Comcast RISE has supported small businesses in Nashville, emphasizing Comcast’s continued commitment to the city’s entrepreneurial community. RISE’s mission is to champion the growth of small businesses across Nashville while promoting digital inclusion and accessibility. The grants will provide resources and t...
Comcast announced it will award grant packages to 100 small businesses in Nashville and surrounding areas as part of its Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment (RISE) program. This marks the second time Comcast RISE has supported small businesses in Nashville, emphasizing Comcast’s continued commitment to the city’s entrepreneurial community. RISE’s mission is to champion the growth of small businesses across Nashville while promoting digital inclusion and accessibility. The grants will provide resources and tools to help bridge the digital divide and foster opportunity.
Nashville is one of five regions where 100 eligible small businesses will have the opportunity to receive grant packages through Comcast RISE, including Boston, MA, Grand Rapids, MI, Seattle, WA and South Valley, UT. These 500 total recipients will join the 14,000 entrepreneurs nationwide who have been supported since the program launched in 2020.
As a small business, we know firsthand how challenging it can be—scrambling for resources, building a network, and learning the ropes,” said Derrick Moore, Emanuel Reed, and Clint Gray, founders of Slim & Husky’s. “A program like Comcast RISE can be a game-changer. The guidance, financial support, and digital tools Comcast RISE offers are exactly what Nashville’s entrepreneurs need to take their vision to the next level.”
Nashville-based small businesses can apply to receive comprehensive grant packages through Comcast RISE that include:
For more information or to apply, visit www.comcastrise.com. The application will be open May 1 – May 31.
Comcast RISE is part of Project UP, the company’s $1 billion commitment to create digital opportunity through programs and community partnerships that connect people to the Internet, advance economic mobility and open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers and creators.
Digital opportunity means ensuring every Nashvillian, regardless of location or income, has the broadband access, digital tools, and skills needed to succeed in education, employment, and entrepreneurship.
“Nashville is a city of innovators and go-getters, and initiatives like Comcast RISE are vital to providing local entrepreneurs the tools and resources they need to thrive,” said Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell. “This program will uplift our small business community, drive economic growth, and ensure that opportunities extend to every corner of our city.”
Comcast has partnered with local nonprofits, government agencies, and community organizations in Nashville for over 20 years to promote digital inclusion.
“Our goal is to unlock possibilities for all Nashvillians: Project UP is about ensuring that everyone has the tools and opportunities to succeed,” said Mike McArdle, Senior Vice President, Big South Region, Comcast. “With programs like Comcast RISE, we are helping small businesses navigate challenges, grow, and ultimately create a stronger, more connected community.”
In the last three years alone, Comcast has donated more than $9.5 million to Nashville-based organizations and initiatives focused on digital inclusion. Since 2011, Comcast has connected more than 680,000 low-income Nashvillians to the Internet at home through its Internet Essentials program, which provides low-cost broadband Internet service to eligible low-income families. Comcast has also established seven Lift Zones in Nashville, offering free Internet access in safe community spaces for students to study, adults to build skills, access healthcare resources, and search for jobs.
THP officers conducted 369 traffic stops in South Nashville at ICE's request, detaining 94 people. Gov. Lee confirms Tennessee's cooperation with federal immigration authorities in their operation. Posted 1:44 PM, May 07, 2025NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Tennessee Highway Patrol officers have conducted hundreds of traffic stops in South Nashville at the request of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with Gov. Bill Lee confirming the state is cooperating with federal authorities.The traf...
THP officers conducted 369 traffic stops in South Nashville at ICE's request, detaining 94 people. Gov. Lee confirms Tennessee's cooperation with federal immigration authorities in their operation.
Posted 1:44 PM, May 07, 2025
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Tennessee Highway Patrol officers have conducted hundreds of traffic stops in South Nashville at the request of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with Gov. Bill Lee confirming the state is cooperating with federal authorities.
The traffic stops, which began on Saturday night, have resulted in dozens of people being detained for immigration violations.
"Our role is to be a partner with them and help when they request," Gov. Bill Lee said.
When asked about the operation during an unrelated visit to Columbia on Wednesday, Lee told reporters he couldn't explain why ICE targeted southeast Davidson County but expressed support for the federal agency's mission.
"We know that these folks that are dangerous that are in our backyard need to be removed. We want to be a partner with ICE and the federal government to remove criminals from the streets. So when they reached out to us, we were ready to coordinate with them," Lee said.
Since Saturday, May 3, around 10 THP troopers have made 369 traffic stops in Davidson County. In cases where individuals were found to be in the country illegally, ICE intervened. So far, 94 people have been detained for further investigation and transport.
ICE has provided limited information about those detained, only sharing brief descriptions of four individuals, including a gang member and others with past convictions for sex with a minor, aggravated assault, and drug possession.
The governor added that while this enforcement effort might surprise some residents, it shouldn't, noting that President Donald Trump has made addressing immigration issues a key priority.
Have you been affected by the increased immigration enforcement in South Nashville? We want to hear your perspective on how these operations are impacting local communities. Email me at [email protected].
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A raid by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents on Nashville’s immigrant corridor has increased tension between city and state officials.
More: ICE arrests drivers in South Nashville, sparking outrage from local officials
Mayor Freddie O’Connell has decried the wide-scale arrests of South Nashville drivers Saturday night. However, the mayor’s office is limited in how it can respond since state lawmakers have curbed the power of local officials to interfere with immigration enforcement.
Under a sweeping state law passed earlier this year, any local official who votes in favor of so-called “sanctuary policies” for immigrants could be removed from office and charged with a Class E felony.
Starting in July, the law will give state and local entities involved in immigration enforcement greater ability to shield records from the public.
O’Connell said he’s spoken with Gov. Bill Lee about his concerns as his office seeks the names and charges of those arrested.
“I flagged that this seems like a moment of significant tension increase between local and state,” O’Connell said. “(Lee) is … I would say, aware of the complicated landscape.”
Metro Law Director Wally Dietz said Monday that he is still working on a response to the immigration law.
“Tennessee has a long track record of stepping up to secure our Nation’s borders and strengthen public safety,” Gov. Bill Lee’s office said in an email to WPLN News. “President Trump made it clear that states would play a major role in enforcing immigration laws and removing the most violent offenders, and Americans overwhelmingly elected him to do so.”
O’Connell said it’s already hard to demand transparency from ICE officials, citing anecdotal reports that its Nashville facility has kept people in inhumane conditions.
“It is not a local operation, and it’s a very difficult place for us to be able to make any guarantees about the conditions inside,” O’Connell said.
The governor’s office and Nashville’s ICE office did not comment on the conditions of the facility.
While O’Connell cannot institute official sanctuary policies, the mayor announced a partnership with the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to assist the families of those detained. The newly minted Belonging Fund will go towards emergency assistance for childcare, housing instability, transportation and other needs.
“Belonging is more than a feeling — it’s a sign of safety, stability, and community,” said Hal Cato, CEO of CFMT. “When immigrant families face a crisis, we want to ensure they’re not alone. This fund helps organizations on the ground respond quickly, compassionately, and effectively.”
To help seed the new fund, the Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition, Conexion American and Tennessee Justice For Our Neighbors have committed more than $30,000 as initial contributors.
The fund is not intended to cover legal fees.
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