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

Is help available in Spanish in Howard County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Howard 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
Southwest Arkansas Counseling and — Mental Health Center (870-845-3110, Nashville)
Howard County Childrens Center Inc (870-845-1211, NASHVILLE). Day program / habilitation
Impact Counseling Clinic, Incorporated (870-285-1413, DIERKS). Children's mental-health clinic
Lhcg Cxxv, Llc (870-455-1689, NASHVILLE). In-home support
Ready To Staff Medical Services, Llc (870-331-6899, NASHVILLE). In-home support
Elite Home Health (870-845-8206, NASHVILLE)
Southwest Arkansas Developmental Homes Inc (NASHVILLE)
Dqhha Equipment & Supply, Inc. (870-642-4555, NASHVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Hmh Medical Supply (870-845-8024, NASHVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Howard Memorial Hospital (870-845-8024, NASHVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Select Medical Supplies Of Arkansas, Inc. (870-845-3813, NASHVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Howard County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Howard 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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