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

Is help available in Spanish in Jackson County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Jackson 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
Mobile Unit (256-259-5313 x224, Section)
Northeast Alabama Health Services, Inc. (256-259-5313 x221, Scottsboro)
Northeast Alabama Health Services, Inc. - North Sand Mountain (256-597-4114, Bryant)
Northeast Alabama Health Services, Inc. - Scottsboro (256-574-5508, Scottsboro)
Carter Counseling (256-999-0769, SCOTTSBORO). Behavioral health agency
Jackson County Health Dept Aids (256-259-4161, SCOTTSBORO). Case management / support coordination
Jackson County Health Dept Child (256-259-4161, SCOTTSBORO). Case management / support coordination
Jackson County Health Dept Epsdt Cm (256-259-4161, SCOTTSBORO). Case management / support coordination
Highlands Home Health (256-259-4840, SCOTTSBORO)
Arc Of Jackson County (SCOTTSBORO)
Community Resilience Collective (SCOTTSBORO)
A & R Home Medical Equipment,Llc (256-695-7348, STEVENSON). Medical equipment & supplies
Alabama Cvs Pharmacy, L.L.C. (256-259-2832, SCOTTSBORO). Medical equipment & supplies
Alabama Dental Professionals Pc (256-259-5955, SCOTTSBORO). Medical equipment & supplies
Carters Care (256-254-9170, STEVENSON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jackson County

These serve every county in Alabama, including Jackson 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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