State Rep. Ed Butler, R-Rickman, today announced senior centers in Morgan, Roane and Overton counties will receive a combined $125,000 in state grants to improve facilities and expand services for older adults. The funding is part of $5 million included in the 2025-26 state budget to support 125 senior centers across Tennessee. The Tennessee Department […]
State Rep. Ed Butler, R-Rickman, today announced senior centers in Morgan, Roane and Overton counties will receive a combined $125,000 in state grants to improve facilities and expand services for older adults.
The funding is part of $5 million included in the 2025-26 state budget to support 125 senior centers across Tennessee. The Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging (DDA) administers the grants through a competitive process, with individual awards ranging from $10,000 to $50,000.
Local grant recipients include:
- Deer Lodge Abner Ross Memorial Center: $50,000
- Coalfield Senior Citizens: $25,000
- Overton County Senior Citizens Center: $50,000
“Senior centers are an important part of community life,” Butler said. “This funding will help ensure they can continue offering programs and services that support the well-being and independence of older Tennesseans.”
Funds may be used for building improvements, equipment, marketing, activities, programming and other routine operating expenses, excluding staff salaries.
For information, visit the DDA website.