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

Is help available in Spanish in Lawrence County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Lawrence 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
Hometown BH Servs of Arkansas Inc (870-886-1333, Hoxie)
1st Choice Healthcare Walnut Ridge (870-886-5507, Walnut Ridge)
Thrive Developmental Partners Of Arkansas Inc (PORTIA)
Alternative Opportunities (870-886-7200, HOXIE). Behavioral health agency
Dayspring Services Of Arkansas Llc (870-886-7200, HOXIE). Behavioral health agency
H4l Ranch, Inc. (870-273-5376, WALNUT RIDGE). Residential mental-health
Hometown (870-886-1333, HOXIE). Residential mental-health
Brad Of Black Rock (870-892-4547, Black Rock)
Brad Of Hoxie (870-892-4547, Hoxie)
Brad Of Walnut Ridge (870-892-4547, Walnut Ridge)
Haynes House (202 HAP) (501-280-0037, Portia)
Lawrence Hall Health & Rehabilitation (WALNUT RIDGE)
Affordable Home Health Care Inc (870-886-1260, WALNUT RIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Flippo Prescription House Inc. (870-886-5200, WALNUT RIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Northeast Arkansas Service Company (870-886-1260, WALNUT RIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Shme, Inc (870-886-2002, WALNUT RIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lawrence County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Lawrence 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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