Tennessee Safety Net Research Consortium
We work with state and community partners to conduct research and development that addresses questions and goals aligned with the values of the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS). These values include high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, a shared vision, and client-centered solutions. Our work is designed to directly benefit Tennessee residents by strengthening safety net programs and promoting data-driven decision-making.
Research Studies
- Design
- Management
- Execution
- Knowledge translation & dissemination
- Quantitative, qualitative, & mixed-methods
Process Evaluation
- Logic model & theory of change development
- Implementation studies
- Program/practice model fidelity
- Rapid cycle evaluation
Outcome Evaluation/Impact
- Program effects on target population/behaviors
- Community impact studies
- Training evaluation/transfer of learning
- Cost analysis
- Cost-effectiveness evaluation
- Cost-benefit analysis
Research Agenda Development
- Systematic evidence reviews
- Facilitate practitioner discussions for agenda setting
Team Members
Sherah Basham
Program Manager
Amanda Berry
Administrative Assistant
Mallory Vaughn-Bone
Project Manager
Jeff Vomund
Director of the Division of Applied Research & Evaluation