Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority

Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority is a non-profit organization based in Rutledge, TN that provides a range of community services to low-income households in Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Jefferson, Monroe, and Sevier counties. Their programs include emergency assistance for rent, mortgage, utilities, and food, as well as job placement services and home visits for elderly and disabled clients. They also administer the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help eligible households with the high cost of home heating or cooling.

The organization's Meals on Wheels Senior Nutrition Program delivers homebound seniors nutritious meals and provides site-specific congregate meals for those who are still active. Their goal is to promote healthy eating habits and break the cycle of poor nutrition leading to poor health. While grant funding supports the program, sponsorships and general donations are accepted to help seniors in need.

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