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💰 Resources for Older Adults and Caregivers

Senior living is costly, and with uncertainty around the future of Medicaid and Social Security, what do Nashville’s older adults and their caregivers need to know? Jess Quazi, the director of care management at FiftyForward, joins the City Cast Nashville podcast to discuss available programs, services, and resources. [🎧 City Cast Nashville]

🏫 MNPS Makes Strides in Post-Pandemic Recovery

While most of the nation’s school districts are struggling with post-pandemic learning recovery, Metro Nashville Public Schools has ranked in the top 10 in math and reading recovery for the last two years. However, MNPS is still below the national average for overall academic achievement. [The Tennessean]

• MNPS Director Dr. Battle on pandemic recovery [🎧 City Cast Nashville]

🏛️ Commission Staff Laid Off Despite Reassurances

While staff of the recently dissolved Tennessee Human Rights Commission were told they would transfer to the Attorney General’s department, they were instead laid off last week. The state legislature voted to eliminate the 60-year-old commission earlier this year. [Nashville Banner]

🏘️ More Affordable Housing on the Way

Metro Council has awarded $150 million to Nashville’s Housing Division to build 6,000 affordable homes. The division partners with local institutions interested in building affordable housing. [WSMV]