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

Is help available in Spanish in Tuscaloosa County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center (Tuscaloosa). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals West Alabama (Tuscaloosa). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Alabama. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Tuscaloosa
Bryce Hospital (205-507-8000, Tuscaloosa)
Northport Medical Center — North Harbor Psych Pavillion (205-330-3101, Northport)
Maude L. Whatley Health Center (205-758-6647, Tuscaloosa)
Mobile Health Unit (205-349-3250, Tuscaloosa)
Theodore Hendrix Dental Center (205-758-6647, Tuscaloosa)
Whatley Health Services, Inc. Annex (205-614-6125, Tuscaloosa)
Lloyd Wood Education Center (Northport)
A Touch Of Grace Resource Center (205-737-7777, TUSCALOOSA). Adult day program
A.I.T. (Advance Independent Training) Inc. (205-561-9295, TUSCALOOSA). Behavioral health agency
Aaron Crf Llc (120-539-3583, TUSCALOOSA). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Above And Beyond Health Services Llc (334-507-1784, TUSCALOOSA). In-home support
Amedisys Home Health Of Tuscaloosa (205-752-0606, NORTHPORT)
Dch Home Health Care Agency (205-759-7010, TUSCALOOSA)
20 59 Ventures Corp (205-534-8492, TUSCALOOSA). Medical & accessible transport
Bradley Logistics Llc (205-614-3332, TUSCALOOSA). Medical & accessible transport
Global Medical Transportation, Llc (205-799-0625, TUSCALOOSA). Medical & accessible transport
Handi-Care Transportation Llc (662-346-1555, TUSCALOOSA). Medical & accessible transport
Berry Manor (205 387-0541, Berry)
Kaulton Circle Apartments ((205)469-0366, Tuscaloosa)
Pinefield Apartments ((205)469-0366, Tuscaloosa)

Statewide programs serving Tuscaloosa County

These serve every county in Alabama, including Tuscaloosa 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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