The TEAM Evaluation Center, Inc., a private not for profit agency, was chartered in 1963 as an initiative from  local community leaders, the Medical Society and the Metropolitan Council.  Now known as The TEAM Centers, Inc., the organization continues today as a unique multi-specialty healthcare facility that provides lifespan clinical services to children and adults with developmental disabilities. TEAM’s continuum of care gives each individual the hope, support, treatment and assistance needed for the complex conditions of autism, mental retardation, genetic disorders and other developmental disabilities.

TEAM served over 1600 individuals with developmental disabilities in 2007-08

TEAM services are provided by highly skilled clinicians in the areas of developmental medicine, neuropsychiatry, psychology, speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy and clinical social work. 

TEAM is dedicated to working collaboratively with other healthcare providers, social networks, advocacy and community entities to ensure excellent diagnosis, treatment, and special  programs to meet the individual needs of our   patients.  TEAM is licensed by the State of  Tennessee as a Diagnostic and Evaluation Center, a Mental Health Outpatient Clinic, and a Professional Support Services facility. TEAM receives financial support from:

Team is funded in part by:

· The State of Tennessee Division of Mental  Retardation Services

· The United Way of Greater Chattanooga

· The United Way of Bradley County

· Hamilton County Government

· The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga