Who do I call first for disability services in Baxter County, Arkansas?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Arkansas vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Baxter County.

Is help available in Spanish in Baxter County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Baxter 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 Baxter County, Arkansas

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Baxter County, Arkansas. 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 Baxter 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 Baxter County

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

The Arc of Arkansas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Baxter Regional Medical Center — Hensley Behavioral Health Center (870-508-6400, Mountain Home)
Mountain Home CBOC (870-594-8387, Mountain Home)
ARcare - 137 (870-347-2534, Mountain Home)
ARcare - 149 (870-347-2534, Mountain Home)
Boston Mountain Rural Health Center - Mountain Home (870-448-5733, Mountain Home)
All Together Home Care. Llc (870-232-0540, MOUNTAIN HOME). In-home support
Alternative Opportunities (870-425-8642, MOUNTAIN HOME). Behavioral health agency
Alternative Oppurtunities (870-793-8900, MOUNTAIN HOME). Behavioral health agency
Ascent Acquisitions Corp-Cypdc (870-425-5252, MOUNTAIN HOME). Day program / habilitation
Baxter Health Home Health (870-435-7500, COTTER)
Baxter Health Home Health Marion County (870-435-7500, COTTER)
Elite Home Health (870-297-3738, CALICO ROCK)
Home Bound Medical (870-425-2446, MOUNTAIN HOME)
Bridge Builder'S Transportation, Llc (419-551-0517, MOUNTAIN HOME). Medical & accessible transport
Ozark Transit, Llc. (985-507-1441, MOUNTAIN HOME). Medical & accessible transport
Willowbrook Senior Complex (870-425-6433, Mountain Home)
Inspire - The Kidspiration Foundation (MOUNTAIN HOME)
Mountain Home Challenged Athletes Booster Club Inc (MOUNTAIN HOME)
Visually Impaired Persons Inc (LAKEVIEW)
Absolute Nutrition Llc (870-424-6637, MOUNTAIN HOME). Medical equipment & supplies
Advanced Respiratory Supplies, Inc. (501-766-0859, MOUNTAIN HOME). Medical equipment & supplies
Baxter County Regional Hospital, Inc (870-508-2727, MOUNTAIN HOME). Medical equipment & supplies
Brooks Medical Of Mountain Home, Inc (870-424-9808, MOUNTAIN HOME). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Baxter County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Baxter County.

University of Arkansas Partners for Inclusive Communities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Arkansas (800-482-1174). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Arkansas Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council ((501) 682-2897). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Increasing Capabilities Access Network (ICAN) ((501) 666-8868). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
The Center for Exceptional Families. Parent center: free special-education help for families

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