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

Is help available in Spanish in Jefferson County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Resource and Advocacy Center (D-RAC) ((870) 247-8600, White Hall)
Project SEARCH — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (Pine Bluff). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Arkansas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Jefferson Regional Medical Center (870-541-7100 x7131, Pine Bluff)
Pine Bluff CBOC (870-850-8200, Pine Bluff)
Pinnacle Pointe Outpatient — Pine Bluff (870-247-3588, White Hall)
SE Arkansas Behavioral Healthcare (870-534-1834 x2135, Pine Bluff)
Altheimer Clinic (870-766-8411, Altheimer)
ARcare - 079 (870-347-2534, White Hall)
ARcare - 148 (870-347-2534, White Hall)
ARcare - 155 (870-347-2534, Pine Bluff)
Addiction Recovery Services Llc (870-730-1150, PINE BLUFF). Behavioral health agency
Better Housing Solutions (870-250-2217, REDFIELD). Day program / habilitation
Bhc Pinnacle Pointe Hospital, Inc. (870-247-3588, WHITE HALL). Children's mental-health clinic
C&D Disability.Inc (870-879-6149, PINE BLUFF). Early intervention (birth–3)
Jefferson Homecare (870-534-3420, WHITE HALL)
Thrive At Home (870-247-6131, WHITE HALL)
High Horse Entertainment Inc (870-794-8569, PINE BLUFF). Medical & accessible transport
Lula Mae'S Day Center (870-663-0472, PINE BLUFF). Medical & accessible transport
Yoke Logistics Llc (870-872-1107, PINE BLUFF). Medical & accessible transport
Brett H Bradshaw Manor (202 Prac) (870-541-0667, Pine Bluff)
Golden Age Apartments (PRAC) (870-534-5669, Pine Bluff)
Heritage Villa Of Pine Bluff (202 Prac) (870-543-2190, Pine Bluff)
Joshua Manor (870-534-7800, Pine Bluff)

Statewide programs serving Jefferson County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Jefferson 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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