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

Is help available in Spanish in Polk County?

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

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

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

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

Spa Area IL Services, Inc. ((501) 624-7710, Hot Springs)
The Arc of Arkansas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Mena Regional Health System — Senior Behavioral Health (479-394-7400, Mena)
Mena VA CBOC — Mena CBOC (501-257-1000, Mena)
Western Arkansas Counseling and — Guidance Center Inc (479-478-6664, Mena)
Healthy Connections- Mobile Medical Unit (479-437-3449, Mena)
Healthy Connections, Inc. (479-437-3449, Mena)
Healthy Connections, Inc. Mena Street Clinic (479-437-3449, Mena)
Mena Medical Center Home Health, Llc (479-394-1812, MENA). Case management / support coordination
Ouachita Counseling Services (479-437-7967, MENA). Behavioral health agency
Polk County Developmental Center, Inc. (479-394-2671, MENA). Day program / habilitation
The Guidance Center - Mena Clinic (479-452-6650, MENA). Behavioral health agency
Elite Home Health (479-394-1812, MENA)
Visiting Nurses Agency (479-394-5458, MENA)
Avants Group Home (479-394-2671, Mena)
Cossatot Polk County Senior Citizens, Inc. (870-385-2373, WICKES). Home-delivered meals
Advocate Medical Support Group (479-394-1600, MENA). Medical equipment & supplies
Ak Medical Support Services (479-394-1600, MENA). Medical equipment & supplies
Boone Home Healthcare, Inc. (479-394-6363, MENA). Medical equipment & supplies
Coast To Coast Home Medical (479-394-1833, MENA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Polk County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Polk 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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