Affordable Housing Legal Options

Summary

Tony Gentry, a 66-year-old on SSI and homeless in Knoxville, TN, seeks affordable housing but faces barriers due to a 12-year-old record. He was advised to explore the Fair Housing Act, Tennessee Reentry Collaborative, and Legal Aid of East Tennessee. When Legal Aid was unhelpful, he was directed to the Tennessee Fair Housing Council and Tennessee Human Rights Commission for further assistance.

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Hi im located in knoxville tenn
Hello **** ****, nice to meet you. I understand you're based in Knoxville, TN. Could you please specify what legal issue you need assistance with?
Im 66 years old with medical issues im currently on ssi and homeless
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Tennessee:
- You may qualify for the state's disability programs.
- Legal Aid of East Tennessee may provide free legal services.
- Contact Knoxville's Office on Aging for senior resources.
Please reach out to these services as they may assist you.
Im trying to get in the affordable housing program here but have a record that prevents mr from doing so but that wad over 12 years ago im currently on the street
Hello ****, I understand your situation. In Tennessee, you might want to look into:
- The Fair Housing Act, which prevents discrimination.
- The Tennessee Reentry Collaborative, which aids individuals with past convictions.
- Legal Aid of East Tennessee for free legal services.
Please reach out to these services for assistance.
Thank you legal aid was not of much help
I'm sorry to hear that, ****. I suggest reaching out to the Tennessee Fair Housing Council or the Tennessee Human Rights Commission. They may be able to assist you with your housing issues.
Ok thank you very much
You're welcome, ****. If you need any more legal information in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Take care, and I hope your situation improves soon.