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

Is help available in Spanish in Lauderdale County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Lauderdale 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
Health Connect America (256-712-2822, Florence)
Southern Wellness Services Inc (256-284-7080, Florence)
Family Health Care Clinic, Inc. --Rogersville (256-247-3154, Rogersville)
Family Health Care Clinic, Inc. --Florence (800-508-7481, Florence)
Addiction & Mental Health Services, Llc (256-760-0200, FLORENCE). Substance-use treatment
Alahealth, Inc. (205-220-8256, FLORENCE). Case management / support coordination
Allianz Solutions Llc (256-783-6412, FLORENCE). Day program / habilitation
Bridges Behavior Therapy And Consulting (205-388-0226, FLORENCE). Early intervention (birth–3)
Amedisys Home Health Of Florence (256-766-1817, FLORENCE)
Preferred Home Health (256-246-9972, FLORENCE)
Riverbend Center For Mental Health (256-764-3431, FLORENCE). Medical & accessible transport
Wheelchair Transportation And Taxi Cab Services, Llc (256-766-7433, FLORENCE). Medical & accessible transport
Dogwood Terrace (651-654-7271, x 250, Florence)
Gresham Hills ((256)767-2256, Florence)
Independent Living Associates Of The Muscle Shoals Area Inc (FLORENCE)
A & E Medical Inc (256-764-6633, FLORENCE). Medical equipment & supplies
Ability Brace & Limb, Inc (256-760-9901, FLORENCE). Prosthetics & orthotics
Aday Enterprises Inc (256-247-5833, ROGERSVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Alabama Cvs Pharmacy Llc (256-766-9839, FLORENCE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lauderdale County

These serve every county in Alabama, including Lauderdale 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

Other counties in Alabama

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