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

Is help available in Spanish in Washington County?

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

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

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

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

Sources for Community Independent Living Services, Inc. ((479) 442-5600, Fayetteville)
Project SEARCH — Arkansas Children's Northwest (Springdale). 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
ARISA Health (479-750-2020, Springdale)
Community Service Inc (479-365-7250, Springdale)
Ozark Guidance Center (479-750-2020, Springdale)
Springwoods Behavioral Health (479-973-6000, Fayetteville)
Advanced Health and Wellness (479-751-7417, Fayetteville)
ARcare - 096 (870-347-2534, Fayetteville)
ARcare - 136 (870-347-2534, Springdale)
ARcare-124 (479-400-1140, Farmington)
Northwest Arkansas Center For Autism And Developmental Disabilit (FAYETTEVILLE)
Walson Chinese School (FAYETTEVILLE)
1 Source Senior Care (479-443-7173, FAYETTEVILLE). Respite care
1232 Stultz Road Operations, Llc (479-619-7761, SPRINGDALE). Behavioral health agency
A Path To Peace (479-977-5770, FAYETTEVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Acceptance Treatment (479-685-7374, SPRINGDALE). Substance-use treatment
Care Iv Home Health (479-750-1155, FAYETTEVILLE)
Elite Home Health (479-756-5002, SPRINGDALE)
Enhabit Home Health (479-442-6363, SPRINGDALE)
Northwest Home Health (479-751-1601, SPRINGDALE)
Good Shepherd Transportation Llc (479-361-8983, SPRINGDALE). Medical & accessible transport
Luvi Enterprises, Llc (479-283-9776, SPRINGDALE). Medical & accessible transport
Mission First Medical Transport (479-320-1718, SPRINGDALE). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Washington County

These serve every county in Arkansas, including Washington 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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