Who do I call first for disability services in Dekalb 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 Dekalb County.

Is help available in Spanish in Dekalb County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Dekalb 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 Dekalb County, Alabama

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Dekalb 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 Dekalb 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 Dekalb County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Dekalb 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
Cherokee Etowah Dekalb CMHC — Dekalb County Office (256-845-4571, Fort Payne)
Health Connect America (256-410-2750, Fort Payne)
Dekalb Quality Health Care (256-659-2422, Geraldine)
Northeast Alabama Health Services, Inc. - Fort Payne (256-844-4975, Fort Payne)
Northeast Alabama Health Services, Inc. - Fyffe (256-623-5242, Fyffe)
Dekalb Annex School (Rainsville)
Arc Of Dekalb County (256-845-0165, FORT PAYNE). Day program / habilitation
As Close As Family (256-638-6009, RAINSVILLE). In-home support
Blackwell'S Way (256-623-3448, FYFFE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Brevard Counseling, Llc (256-273-7012, FORT PAYNE). Children's mental-health clinic
Alabama Homecare Fort Payne (256-524-2411, FORT PAYNE)
Amedisys Home Health Of Fort Payne (256-844-8303, RAINESVILLE)
Spring Grove Apartments ((256) 845-6875, Fort Payne)
Peaceful Piggy Rehabilitation Sanctuary (HENAGAR)
America'S Best Care Plus, Inc. (256-997-1770, FORT PAYNE). Medical equipment & supplies
Co Co, Inc. (256-524-3535, COLLINSVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Complete Care, Inc (256-845-0883, FORT PAYNE). Medical equipment & supplies
Fort Payne Clinic Corp (256-979-1550, FORT PAYNE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Dekalb County

These serve every county in Alabama, including Dekalb 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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