MDHA’s Resident Services Department has about 30 team members who help connect residents with programs and resources that support their goals and well-being. Staff also work closely with community partners to bring additional services and opportunities to the people and families we serve. Keep scrolling to see how we can help you, or start here:
We’re Here to Help You Reach Your Goals!
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Get an Education
- Prepare for the HiSET exam by enrolling in the GED/HiSET program at the MDHA VOICE Center. It’s self-paced, so you can take as long as you need to get your GED.
- Our partners at Nashville State Community College offer free college course enrollment.
- Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development can help you with specialized trade certifications.
Find Employment Help
- MDHA’s Work Readiness Program can help you remove barriers to employment.
- The Urban League of Middle Tennessee offers soft skills training at the MDHA VOICE Center.
- Job skills training is offered through Nashville State Community College and the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
Become a Homeowner
- Join the next cohort for the Financial Freedom Workshop. Those who complete the program are invited to the Homebuyers’ Club.
- Ask about participating in the mortgage pre-approval program.
- Set goals and work toward your financial independence with MDHA’s Family Self-Sufficiency program.
Don’t wait to start your journey. If any of the programs or resources above could help you, please call or email the Resident Services Department team today!
Events in September 2026
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August 31, 2026
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September 1, 2026(2 events) – MDHA VOICE Center
– Gernert Studio Apartments
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September 2, 2026
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September 3, 2026
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September 4, 2026(1 event) – Sudekum Apartments
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September 5, 2026
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September 6, 2026
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September 7, 2026(1 event) – MDHA VOICE Center
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September 8, 2026(2 events) – Napier Place
– Gernert Studio Apartments
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September 9, 2026(1 event) Vine Hill Studio Apartments
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September 10, 2026(1 event) Edgehill Apartments
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September 11, 2026(1 event) Cheatham Place
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September 12, 2026
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September 13, 2026
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September 14, 2026(1 event) – Cayce Place Community Room
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September 15, 2026(2 events) – MDHA VOICE Center
– Gernert Studio Apartments
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September 16, 2026(1 event) – J. Henry Hale Apartments
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September 17, 2026
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September 18, 2026(1 event) – Sudekum Apartments
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September 19, 2026
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September 20, 2026
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September 21, 2026(1 event) – Cumberland View
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September 22, 2026(2 events) – Napier Place
– Gernert Studio Apartments
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September 23, 2026
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September 24, 2026
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September 25, 2026
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September 26, 2026
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September 27, 2026
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September 28, 2026(1 event) – Historic Preston Taylor Apartments
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September 29, 2026(2 events) – MDHA VOICE Center
– Gernert Studio Apartments
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September 30, 2026
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October 1, 2026
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October 2, 2026(1 event) – Sudekum Apartments
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October 3, 2026
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October 4, 2026
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Programs and Resources
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program promotes employment and economic growth for MDHA residents and voucher program participants.
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The MDHA Work Readiness Program helps individuals identify their barriers to work and advocate for their removal. This assistance can include driver’s license reinstatement services, expungement services, job opportunities and more.
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The Financial Freedom Workshop teaches the tools of becoming successful and self-sufficient by understanding credit, increasing savings, managing money and more. Graduates may enroll in the Homebuyers’ Club.
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MDHA staff and partners offer workforce development training, which includes career development plans, soft skills training, technical and skilled labor training and job/internship placement.
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MDHA is now accepting applicants for the HiSET Program. This program will help you prepare to take the HiSET Exam, which provides the opportunity to earn a high school equivalency diploma (GED).
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The Metro Public Health Department’s Nashville Strong Babies program provides case management services for pregnant, post-partum and parenting families.
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Resident Associations are made up of MDHA residents who volunteer their time to organize events and resources for their neighbors. There are Resident Associations at 22 MDHA properties. Call the Resident Services Information Line to get involved or learn more.
MDHA Community Health Workers support the health and wellness of our residents by planning baby showers, food distributions, resource fairs, organizing vaccine clinics and helping elderly residents stay active with exercise classes.
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Residents can get the support they need to build a brighter future with the Resident Opportunity and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) program.
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