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

Is help available in Spanish in Jackson County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Jackson 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
Birch Tree Communities Inc — Newport (501-315-3344, Newport)
Life Strategies Counseling Inc (870-495-1990, Newport)
Unity Health/Newport — Clearview (870-512-3002, Newport)
ARcare - 45 (870-523-2944, Newport)
ARcare - 90 (870-485-2234, Swifton)
Alternative Oppurtunities (870-793-8900, NEWPORT). Behavioral health agency
Big E'S Handicap Riding Academy (870-503-5686, NEWPORT). Behavioral health agency
Birch Tree Communities, Inc (870-523-9496, NEWPORT). Behavioral health agency
Brighter Futures Behavioral (870-523-9300, NEWPORT). Case management / support coordination
Unity Health Homecare (870-523-0390, NEWPORT)
The Arkansas Center For Independence, Inc. (870-523-8488, NEWPORT). Medical & accessible transport
Ester Park Apartments (HAP/DL/202/8) ((501) 280-0037, Newport)
Home Port Group Home (870-523-9496, Newport)
Mature Living of Tuckerman (HAP/DL/202/8) (870-349-2983, Tuckerman)
Williams Manor (501-344-8678, Bradford)
Attention Diabetics, Inc (870-523-2408, NEWPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Central Healthcare Llc (870-523-4333, NEWPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Delta Medical Group Inc (870-495-1013, NEWPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Harris Medical Clinics Inc (870-523-9100, NEWPORT). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jackson County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Jackson 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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