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

Is help available in Spanish in Escambia County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Escambia 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
Brewton Family Dental Center (251-867-8020, Brewton)
Franklin Family Medical Center (251-434-8188, Brewton)
A & C Onestop Educational Services (251-359-1904, ATMORE). Behavioral health agency
Alabama Baptist Children'S Home (251-809-3191, BREWTON). Behavioral health agency
Baldwin County Commission (251-580-1860, ATMORE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Baldwin County Girls Residential Wilderness Program (251-580-1860, ATMORE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Amedisys Home Health Of Brewton (251-809-1717, BREWTON)
Atmore Community Home Care (251-368-6286, ATMORE)
D W Mcmillan Home Health (251-867-5054, BREWTON)
Brewton Group Home (251-867-6447, Brewton)
Crepe Myrtle Village (251-867-7997, Brewton)
Pineview Apartments (251-575-4203, East Brewton)
Nursetel (251-264-3009, ATMORE). Home-delivered meals
Brewton Medical Center Pharmacy (251-867-5454, BREWTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Dura Med Southeast Inc (251-296-4224, FLOMATON). Medical equipment & supplies
Escambia County Health Care Authority (251-867-2797, BREWTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Express Healthcare Inc (251-368-9119, ATMORE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Escambia County

These serve every county in Alabama, including Escambia 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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