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

Is help available in Spanish in Ouachita County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Ouachita County Medical Center (Camden). 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
South Arkansas Regional Health Center — Camden Clinic (870-836-5743, Camden)
Bearden Health Center (870-687-3637, Bearden)
CAMDEN Family Practice (870-798-4064 x2245, Camden)
Alternative Opportunities (870-936-8888, CAMDEN). Behavioral health agency
C & D Disability (870-836-8880, STEPHENS). Day program / habilitation
Davis Anesthesia Associates, P.A. (870-836-1215, CAMDEN). Case management / support coordination
Dayspring Behavioral Health (479-872-5580, CAMDEN). Behavioral health agency
Doctors Home Care (870-836-1301, CAMDEN)
Kindred At Home (870-498-4357, CAMDEN)
Ouachita Group Living, Inc. (870-836-3435, Camden)
Bearden Pharmacy Inc (870-687-3174, BEARDEN). Medical equipment & supplies
Camden Medical Supply Inc (870-836-4681, CAMDEN). Medical equipment & supplies
Golden Triangle Services, Inc (870-836-6055, CAMDEN). Medical equipment & supplies
Healthware Respiratory Services, Inc (870-836-6055, CAMDEN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Ouachita County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Ouachita 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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