Who do I call first for disability services in Ben Hill County, Georgia?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Georgia vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Ben Hill County.

Is help available in Spanish in Ben Hill County?

Yes. This Ben Hill County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Georgia agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Ben Hill 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 Ben Hill County, Georgia

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Ben Hill County, Georgia. 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 Ben Hill 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 Ben Hill County

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

The Arc of Georgia. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Ben Hill County School Health Center (229-409-5504, Fitzgerald)
Hurricane Health Center #2 (229-468-9166, Fitzgerald)
Kid's Health - Fitzgerald (229-423-5437, Fitzgerald)
Ag Counseling (561-252-7261, FITZGERALD). Case management / support coordination
Ben Hill Mental Retardation Service (229-426-5205, FITZGERALD). Day program / habilitation
Flat Foot Educational And Disability Services (470-364-8088, FITZGERALD). Behavioral health agency
Palm Tree Psychological (229-426-0002, FITZGERALD). Behavioral health agency
Best Hands Services Llc. (229-457-4696, FITZGERALD). Medical & accessible transport
Helping Hands Non Emergency Transport Llc (229-423-2651, FITZGERALD). Medical & accessible transport
J & K Transport And Family Services (229-279-5964, FITZGERALD). Medical & accessible transport
We Care Transportation, Llc (229-424-0051, FITZGERALD). Medical & accessible transport
American Home Medical Equipment Llc (229-423-8126, FITZGERALD). Medical equipment & supplies
Georgia Cvs Pharmacy Llc (229-423-6523, FITZGERALD). Medical equipment & supplies
Georgia Oxygen Home Health (229-424-0018, FITZGERALD). Medical equipment & supplies
Georgia Oxygen Pharmacy (229-424-0018, FITZGERALD). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Ben Hill County

These serve every county in Georgia, including Ben Hill County.

Center for Leadership in Disability. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Institute on Human Development and Disability. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Georgia Advocacy Office (800-537-2329). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities ((888) 275-4233). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Georgia Tools for Life ((404) 894-0541). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Parent to Parent of Georgia (770-451-5484). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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