Where individuals find community, family and home.

HOW WEST TENNESSEE FAMILY SOLUTIONS IS UNIQUE

A positive approach.

Because we see what they can do, at West Tennessee Family Solutions, everyone’s future is bright, with just the right support and services that meet individuals where they are and where they want to be. Our life’s work is to enable residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live and be all that they’ve ever wanted. 

BECAUSE HERE, THEY’LL FIND THEIR BEST LIFE, MADE POSSIBLE.

Our Agency defines who we are and how we serve the community through:

Teaching—teaching functional skills and behaviors with positivity

Self-determination—giving individuals as much control over their lives as possible

Relationships—promoting relationships with individuals that are maintained through trust, respect and positive regard within professional boundaries

Individual advocacy—promoting and protecting individual rights and dignity

Family-sensitive approach—recognizing the importance of family to the individual

Diversity—providing services that are culturally sensitive and competent

Our Impact

Making a difference—and a life—for those we serve, their families and our communities.

  • Served nearly 100 individuals since 2001

  • Currently manage 35 homes throughout Shelby County

  • More than 15% of individuals served are employed throughout the community

  • Trained staff of 125 employees

  • 100% of contributions go directly to our individuals’ care

  • "My daughter is the happiest she's ever been. She is enjoying life to the fullest and wants to taste every experience it has to offer."

    JOY, PARENT

  • "Since my daughter is weak in expressive language, it is dif­ficult to always know what she is thinking. I believe she enjoys community participation and I know she enjoys the food."

    VIRGINIA, PARENT

  • "It is a joy to know that she is able to do more than we ever dreamed she would, and experience the little things that we so often take for granted."

    DICK & CAROLYN, PARENT