Role: outpatient behavioral-health, counseling, addiction-recovery, family, psychiatric, and crisis services; geography: 832 Westover Plaza, Suite 100, Columbia; cost/eligibility: ask about insurance, fees, intake, and clinical fit; emergency limit: for immediate danger call 911; for a behavioral-health crisis call or text 988. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Centerstone Columbia — Westover Plaza
Centerstone lists outpatient care and related services at its Columbia location, with weekday hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m. This is a general behavioral-health provider, not a verified hoarding-specialty program. Call ahead to ask which services are available and whether they fit your needs.
Role: public-health information and preventive services; geography: 1909 Hampshire Pike, Columbia; cost/eligibility: ask about the service you need and any fees or eligibility; emergency limit: not an emergency department or crisis response. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Maury County Health Department
The Maury County Health Department is part of the Tennessee Department of Health’s South Central Region. The county lists weekday hours of 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; call before visiting to confirm services, hours, and any appointment requirements.
Role: primary care for uninsured adults; geography: 1 Public Square, Columbia; cost/eligibility: Tennessee says clinics serve uninsured adults ages 19–64; ask about appointment, services, and fees; emergency limit: not emergency care. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Maury County Primary Care Clinic
The Tennessee Department of Health says uninsured adults may be referred to the Maury County clinic from any health department in the region. Contact the clinic to confirm current eligibility, services, referral steps, and appointment availability.
Role: affordable housing information; geography: three communities in Columbia; cost/eligibility: income and program rules apply; the current CHRC FAQ says its waiting list is closed—call to verify any change; emergency limit: not emergency housing or shelter. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Columbia Housing & Redevelopment Corporation
CHRC describes affordable housing communities in Columbia and publishes eligibility and application information. Its FAQ currently says the waiting list is closed and CHRC is not an emergency-housing service. Ask directly about current status and other housing pathways.
Role: case management, food and basic-needs assistance, housing-stability support, and referrals; geography: 1501 Hatcher Lane, Suite A, Columbia; cost/eligibility: call about intake, ZIP/service-area fit, appointment, and current capacity; emergency limit: not a shelter or emergency dispatch. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Catholic Charities Family Resource Center — Maury County
Catholic Charities lists short- and long-term case management and basic-needs support for Maury and Marshall County neighbors. Its page lists weekday hours of 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and closes noon–1 p.m.; contact staff before traveling to confirm service fit and availability.
Role: community food pantry and pet-food partnership; geography: 419 W. 9th Street, Columbia; cost/eligibility: its current page asks for ID and mail received within the past 60 days showing the recipient’s name and address; confirm current requirements and stock; emergency limit: not emergency shelter or crisis care. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Harvest Share Food Pantry
Harvest Share lists food distribution Monday–Thursday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., and says it is closed Friday. Call before traveling to confirm hours, documentation, current food availability, and any changes to intake requirements.
Role: community-services intake for energy, food, weatherization, and related supports; geography: 5021 Trotwood Avenue, Suite 5A, Columbia; cost/eligibility: income and program rules apply, funding varies; ask what documents to bring; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or shelter. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
South Central Human Resource Agency — Maury County
SCHRA lists LIHEAP, weatherization, USDA commodities, and Community Services Block Grant pathways at its Maury County Neighborhood Service Center. The page lists weekday hours of 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and notes that income documentation and an electric bill may be needed for energy assistance. Confirm current funding, eligibility, and intake before visiting.
Role: resource navigation and support for older adults and adults with physical disabilities; geography: serves Maury County and the South Central district; cost/eligibility: information and referral calls are free and confidential; some services have assessments, eligibility rules, or contributions; emergency limit: not crisis response. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
South Central Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability
The Area Agency says resource specialists help adults age 60+ and adults with physical disabilities age 18+ and their caregivers locate community supports. Ask about options counseling, in-home services, meals, and current eligibility; services depend on assessment and available funding.
Role: curb-to-curb rural public transportation; geography: Maury County and listed regional destinations; cost/eligibility: 2025 schedule lists fares and says trips depend on appointment and availability; verify current fares and eligibility and request rides 48–72 hours ahead; emergency limit: not emergency transportation. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
SCATS Maury County public transportation
South Central Tennessee Development District’s Maury County SCATS sheet describes weekday service for county residents, including older adults and adults with disabilities. Call to confirm current service area, trip timing, accessibility, fare, and availability before relying on a ride.
Role: application and case-management access for food benefits; geography: statewide, including Maury County; cost/eligibility: household, income, and program rules determine eligibility; emergency limit: an online benefits application is not same-day food or crisis care. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Tennessee SNAP and One DHS Customer Portal
Tennessee’s Department of Human Services accepts SNAP applications through the One DHS Customer Portal and explains the eligibility and document process. A local pantry may be a faster food option while an application is pending; check with TDHS about current case needs.
Role: city garbage, recycling, brush, and scheduled bulky-item collection; geography: eligible Columbia city addresses only; cost/eligibility: city page lists $17/month residential service and three free bulky pickups per year, then charges may apply; verify address, schedule, materials, and current fees; emergency limit: not a cleanout or hazardous-material service. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Columbia residential sanitation and bulky-item pickup
Columbia Public Works requires bulky items to be scheduled before pickup and excludes several items, including electronics, tires, glass, and demolition debris. Call before moving items outside; county addresses outside the city may follow different rules.
Role: city sanitation-fee exemption information; geography: qualifying Columbia residents billed by CPWS; cost/eligibility: city criteria include age, permanent disability, or household income under a yearly city limit; documentation is required and the amount can change; emergency limit: not a cleanup or housing program. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Columbia garbage-fee exemption information
The City of Columbia describes a possible exemption from its residential garbage charge for some older adults, people with permanent disabilities, or households under the current income limit. The page and search snippets show different income figures, so call the City Recorder to confirm the current limit and required documents before applying.
Role: public library and community information access; geography: 211 W. 8th Street, Columbia; cost/eligibility: ask the library about card, computer, printing, and program rules; emergency limit: not crisis or housing support. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Maury County Library — Columbia
Maury County lists the Columbia library’s location and public hours. Call ahead to confirm current hours, accessibility, computer access, and any library-card requirements before visiting.
Role: public outdoor recreation and walking paths; geography: 1018 Maury County Park Drive, Columbia; cost/eligibility: park access and trail information are public; confirm any event, facility, or activity charges and current hours; emergency limit: not a shelter or support service. | Fight the Blight is a nonprofit entry point; The Peer Tree is private-pay; Unburied is digital peer support, not therapy or emergency support. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements.
Maury County Park and walking trails
Maury County Park lists paved and nature trails, an accessible trail, restrooms, and playgrounds. It may offer a low-pressure place to walk or pause; check park rules and weather before going.