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

Is help available in Spanish in Union County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Union 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
El Dorado CBOC (870-875-5900, El Dorado)
South Arkansas Regional Health Center (870-862-7921, El Dorado)
El Dorado School Based Health Center (870-798-4299, El Dorado)
Strong Clinic (870-797-7620, Strong)
Alternative Opportunities (870-863-4611, EL DORADO). Behavioral health agency
Amy Burns, Lpc, Inc (870-725-4700, EL DORADO). Behavioral health agency
Applegate Health Services, Inc (870-639-6900, EL DORADO). Substance-use treatment
Creative Housing Iii-Mt Holly (870-863-8194, EL DORADO). Residential care (I/DD)
South Arkansas Home Health (870-863-2250, EL DORADO)
Graceful Guardians & Caregivers, Llc (870-310-9137, EL DORADO). Medical & accessible transport
Christopher Homes Of Strong (Prac) (870-572-9433, Strong)
Creative Housing (202 HAP) (870 863 8194, El Dorado)
Creative Housing Ii ((870) 863-8194, El Dorado)
Creative Housing IV (NA, El Dorado)
Hope Landing Inc (EL DORADO)
South Arkansas Developmental Center For Children And Families (EL DORADO)
All Home Medical & Diabetic Supplies (870-875-2200, EL DORADO). Medical equipment & supplies
Anaya Medical, Inc (870-875-2200, EL DORADO). Medical equipment & supplies
Calhouns Arkansas Medical Supply Company (870-862-8841, EL DORADO). Medical equipment & supplies
Empicare, Inc (870-864-8882, EL DORADO). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Union County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Union 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

Other counties in Arkansas

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