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

Is help available in Spanish in Dekalb County?

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

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

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

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

disABILITY LINK ((404) 687-8890, Tucker)
Project SEARCH — Woodbridge Corporation (Lithonia). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals North Georgia Child Development Center, Atlanta (Atlanta). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals North Georgia Child Development Clarkston (Clarkston). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals North Georgia Early Education - Tucker (Tucker). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Georgia. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI DeKalb
Assertive Community Recovery LLC (404-508-0078, Decatur)
Atlanta VA Clinic (404-321-6111, Decatur)
Atlanta VA Health Care System — Mental Health (116A) (404-321-6111, Decatur)
Berman Center (770-336-7444, Atlanta)
Ethne Health - Dental (407-799-0044, Clarkston)
Ethne Health - Main (470-799-0044, Clarkston)
MedCura Candler (404-298-8998, Decatur)
MedCura Clarkston (404-296-7133, Clarkston)
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf (Clarkston)
De Molenwiek Inc (DUNWOODY)
Elaine Clark Center For The Growth &Devel Exceptional Children Inc (CHAMBLEE)
Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation Inc (CHAMBLEE)
"A" Helping Hand, Inc. (770-465-6858, STONE MOUNTAIN). Residential care (I/DD)
1 Passion To Care, Llc (800-553-3495, ATLANTA). In-home support
1st Class Learning And Performing Arts (770-572-3137, ELLENWOOD). Early intervention (birth–3)
2 Helping Hands Services, Llc (770-881-3557, ATLANTA). Behavioral health agency
Central Home Health Care, An Amedisys Company (770-938-9611, TUCKER)

Statewide programs serving Dekalb County

These serve every county in Georgia, including Dekalb 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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