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A resolution commending and honoring the 40th anniversary of Nashville CARES.
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WHEREAS, Nashville CARES was founded in 1985 as a nonprofit organization with a mission to end the HIV epidemic and promote comprehensive sexual health; and
WHEREAS, the organization is celebrating its 40th anniversary at its DreamScape Gala on November 14, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Nashville CARES serves more than 20,000 people annually across the state of Tennessee. Many of the services provided by Nashville CARES are based on need regardless of someone’s ability to pay; and
WHEREAS, Nashville CARES began by offering social services for individuals living with HIV and AIDS. Today, Nashville CARES provides prevention and testing services, counseling and mental health support, insurance assistance, and clinical services, while continuing to provide social services to those living with HIV and AIDS; and
WHEREAS, in 2021, Nashville CARES launched its clinic in response to community need to alleviate the long wait times experienced by its patients at other clinics. Today, Nashville CARES operates two CARES 360 Community Clinics which provide comprehensive medical services; and
WHEREAS, Nashville CARES is also a member of the Tennessee Center for AIDS Research. Through this research, Nashville CARES partners with other leading institutions to work towards a future without HIV; and
WHEREAS, since its founding, Nashville CARES has become the premier HIV/AIDS service organization in Tennessee while continuing to provide care without stigma, discrimination, or barriers; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognize Nashville CARES for 40 years of dignified and comprehensive care for those living with HIV and AIDS.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. That the Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing Nashville CARES on the occasion of the 40th anniversary.
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