Disability Services in Heard County, Georgia
A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Heard 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 Heard 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 Heard County
Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Heard 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
- Pathways Center — Heard County MH/AD (706-675-6399, Franklin)
- Pathways Center For Behavioral And Developmental Disabilities (706-675-6399, FRANKLIN). Day program / habilitation
- Pathways Center For Behavioral And Developmental Growth (706-675-6399, FRANKLIN). Behavioral health agency
- Motion Plus Supplies (305-788-0000, FRANKLIN). Medical equipment & supplies
Statewide programs serving Heard County
These serve every county in Georgia, including Heard 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
Other counties in Georgia
- Henry County
- Hart County
- Houston County
- Harris County
- Long County
- Oconee County
- Seminole County
- Turner County
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