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

Is help available in Spanish in Franklin County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Franklin 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
Community Service Inc (479-667-5855, Ozark)
Western Arkansas Counseling and — Guidance Ctr Inc/Franklin Cnty Clinic (479-667-2497, Ozark)
ARcare - 169 (870-347-2534, Ozark)
Mulberry Community Pharmacy (479-997-8033, Mulberry)
Mulberry Family Clinic (479-997-1484, Mulberry)
RVPCS Dental Clinic and Training Center (479-997-1484, Mulberry)
Franklin County Learning Center Inc (OZARK)
Cassandra Warden Corporation (479-209-2169, OZARK). Children's mental-health clinic
Conway County Community Service Inc. (479-667-5855, OZARK). Behavioral health agency
Mulberry Lodge Cssp, Llc (479-997-8001, MULBERRY). Behavioral health agency
The Guidance Center - Franklin County Sats (479-452-6650, OZARK). Behavioral health agency
Franklin County Senior Citizen'S Center, Inc. (479-667-4873, OZARK). Home-delivered meals
C A Kuykendall Inc (479-667-2101, OZARK). Medical equipment & supplies
Medi-Quik Pharmacy Inc (479-667-4145, OZARK). Medical equipment & supplies
Sparks Medical Foundation (479-965-7702, CHARLESTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Sparks Regional Medical Center (479-965-7702, CHARLESTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Franklin County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Franklin 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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