Who do I call first for disability services in Cherokee County, Alabama?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Alabama vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Cherokee County.

Is help available in Spanish in Cherokee County?

Yes. This Cherokee County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Alabama agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Cherokee County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Cherokee County, Alabama

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Cherokee County, Alabama. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Cherokee County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Cherokee County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Cherokee County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

The Arc of Alabama. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Centre
Cherokee Etowah Dekalb CMHC — White/Parker Home Specialized (256-927-2687, Centre)
Cherokee Quality Health Care (256-779-6057, Centre)
Cherokee County Health Dept Aids (256-927-3132, CENTRE). Case management / support coordination
Cherokee County Health Dept Child (256-927-3132, CENTRE). Case management / support coordination
Cherokee County Health Dept Epsdt Cm (256-927-3132, CENTRE). Case management / support coordination
Cherokee County Health Dept Fp Cm (256-927-3132, CENTRE). Case management / support coordination
Cherokee Home Health (256-927-1144, CENTRE)
Alabama Cvs Pharmacy, L.L.C. (256-927-4346, CENTRE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dme Services Llc (256-854-9989, CENTRE). Medical equipment & supplies
Fuller Medical Solutions, Llc (256-266-1142, CENTRE). Medical equipment & supplies
Johnson Rx Properties, Llc (256-779-3000, CEDAR BLUFF). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Cherokee County

These serve every county in Alabama, including Cherokee County.

Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities at UAB. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (800-826-1675). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities ((334) 242-3973). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Alabama Assistive Technology Resource ((334) 293-7012). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Alabama Parent Education Center ((334) 567-2252). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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