South Central Human Resource Agency

03/18/2026

Due to the high volume of LIHEAP applications received, some clients may soon receive notice that their application has been placed on a waitlist.

So what does that mean? ⬇️

If you have submitted your application and all required documents, your application is on file and will be reviewed according to program guidelines as funding becomes available.

Being waitlisted does not mean your application has been denied.

Your application remains active, no additional documents are needed, and it will be processed based on household need—and not necessarily in the order it was received, per state guidelines.

⚡ Important Reminder:
Please continue paying your utility bill until your benefit has been applied to your account—even if you receive an approval notice.
At this time, we are unable to provide specific processing timelines.

📞 If you have questions about your application, please contact your local county office (rather than the central office):
www.schra.us/service-centers

📝 Need to apply? You can submit an application at any time:
www.schra.us/services/energy-assistance

📧 Be sure to check your email (and spam folder) for updates regarding your application status.

We appreciate your patience as our team works through a high volume of applications and continues serving our communities. 💙

03/11/2026

🔧 Notice: Early Closure Today

All South Central Human Resource Agency offices, including our Neighborhood Service Centers and American Job Centers, will close early today (Wednesday, March 11) at 3:00 p.m. due to scheduled network upgrades and maintenance.

These upgrades will help ensure our systems continue running smoothly so we can better serve our communities across South Central Tennessee.

🕒 We will reopen Thursday, March 12 at 8:00 a.m.

Thank you for your understanding!

03/05/2026

🥗 March is Senior Nutrition Month in Tennessee!

Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed March as a time to recognize programs that help older adults stay healthy, independent, and connected. 💙

At South Central Human Resource Agency, our Senior Nutrition program is proud to serve seniors across our 13-county region.

🍽️ 219,026 meals served in Fiscal Year 2024–2025
🚗 91,822 home-delivered meals to seniors who are homebound

These meals provide more than nutrition — they offer daily connection and a friendly check-in for seniors who might otherwise spend the day alone. 🤝

👏 A special thank you to our amazing nutrition staff working in kitchens, senior centers, and on meal delivery routes. Your dedication truly makes a difference! ❤️

Learn more:
🌐 www.schra.us/services/elderly-resources

To find out if you qualify for home-delivered meals, call:
📞 1-866-836-6678

03/04/2026

We’re currently receiving a high volume of LIHEAP applications and status calls. Our team is working diligently to review applications, issue approvals, and generate payments as quickly as possible.

Before calling for a status update:

📧 Check your email and client account first.
If you applied online, log in using your email address to view your status and any requested updates. The state system automatically sends email notifications when action is needed or when your application is approved. If you don’t see an email in your inbox, please check your spam or junk folder.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Approval does not mean immediate payment. Please continue paying your utility bill until the LIHEAP benefit is applied to your account.

⏳ Applications are being processed through a new state database and processing system this year. While we are operating within required timelines, payments still take time to move through the system and reach your utility provider.

📞 Limiting status calls allows our staff to focus on processing applications faster.

Thank you for your patience as we serve households across South Central Tennessee.

02/26/2026

🍀 Our March Senior Nutrition Menu is here—and it’s full of good food and good fortune! 🍀

If you’re 60 or older, join us for nutritious, delicious meals prepared daily by our amazing kitchen team. March's menu is packed with flavor, friendly faces, and a warm place to gather. Because feeling lucky starts with a full plate and great company.

👉 Find a meal site near you: www.schra.us/services/elderly-resources

🚗 Prefer meals at home? Our Meals on Wheels program is ready to serve you—call 866-836-6678.

We’re serving up smiles all month long—no leprechaun required. 💚

02/25/2026

📢 Public Notice: Governing Board Meeting

The South Central Human Resource Agency’s Governing Board will hold its next meeting on Thursday, March 26, at 11:00 a.m.

As always, the public is welcome to attend. For more information, please contact our office or visit www.schra.us.

We look forward to your participation!

02/25/2026

🚨 Now Hiring & Training Opportunities Available! 🚨

SCHRA is proud to support workforce growth across South Central Tennessee by connecting adults and youth to paid work experience, career training, and job placement opportunities through our American Job Centers.

Ready to get started? Find your nearest location and apply:
👉 www.schra.us/services/employment-services

Know someone who could benefit? Please share! 💙

02/20/2026

Big thanks to our community partners at Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative and Tennessee Valley Authority for helping families in Hickman, Lewis, and Perry counties stretch their dollars a little further. 💡

We're excited to have 150 energy-saving starter kits available for households participating in LIHEAP or scheduling a home-energy audit with MLEC Energy Specialist Nathan Wagner.

We're especially proud to see our Perry County Client Advocate, Katrina Copeland, representing the work happening every day in our Neighborhood Service Centers.

For details about LIHEAP or to apply online, visit www.schra.us/services/energy-assistance or contact your local Neighborhood Service Center.

We're powering savings across South central Tennessee! In partnership with TVA, Meriwether Lewis donated 150 community kits to the South Central Human Resource Agency which serves Hickman, Lewis, and Perry counties. These energy efficiency starter kits are filled with items such as LED light bulbs and door sweeps to help homeowners save energy and better manage their power bill. Kits are available to any person who utilizes the LIHEAP program through the human resource agency or schedules a home energy audit with MLEC Energy Specialist Nathan Wagner. Pictured from left to right: SCHRA Neighborhood Services’ Katrina Copeland and MLEC Perry County District Manager Matt Lineberry.

02/20/2026

A great day for workforce development in Lawrence County 👏

We’re proud to operate the American Job Center and continue serving our community in this new space. None of this happens in a vacuum — we’re truly grateful for our state and local partners who make it possible for us to provide these services to job seekers and employers alike.

Strong partnerships build strong communities. And we’re just getting started. 💼

02/11/2026

📌 Holiday Closure Notice
In observance of Presidents’ Day, all SCHRA offices will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026. We’ll reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday.

🔌 Reminder: Those needing LIHEAP energy assistance may apply online anytime by visiting www.schra.us/services/energy-assistance
and clicking the link to apply.