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

Is help available in Spanish in Towns County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Towns 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
Chatuge Behavioral Care — Chatuge Regional Hospital (706-896-7102, Hiawassee)
Clearview at Chatuge Regional Hospital (706-896-7180, Hiawassee)
Clearview Center Senior Wellness — Chatuge Regional Hospital (706-896-5840, Hiawassee)
Tate Academy Inc (HIAWASSEE)
Early Bird Interventions (706-835-5370, YOUNG HARRIS). Early intervention (birth–3)
Georgia Mountains Community Services (678-513-5700, HIAWASSEE). Day program / habilitation
Good Faith Remote Care Llc (386-503-9460, HIAWASSEE). Behavioral health agency
Hear Again Llc (706-896-0526, HIAWASSEE). Hearing & speech services
Cds Sales, Inc. (706-896-5912, HIAWASSEE). Medical equipment & supplies
Chatuge Medical Supply (706-896-5916, HIAWASSEE). Medical equipment & supplies
Lincare Inc. (706-379-0690, YOUNG HARRIS). Medical equipment & supplies
Mark W. Wightman (706-896-2872, HIAWASSEE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Towns County

These serve every county in Georgia, including Towns 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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