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

Is help available in Spanish in Ware County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Memorial Satilla Health (Waycross). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Southern Georgia, Waycross (Waycross). 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
Unison Behavioral Health (912-449-7100, Waycross)
McKinney Community Health Center Outreach Site (912-285-5080, Waycross)
McKinney Community Health Center, Inc. (912-287-9140 x107, Waycross)
Bertha Richardsaon (912-285-5171, WAYCROSS). Behavioral health agency
Bethesda Recovery (912-283-8580, WAYCROSS). Substance-use treatment
Bobby Bennett Host Home (912-449-7111, WAYCROSS). Group home / residential (I/DD)
C.E.N.T.E.R., Inc. (912-285-3800, WAYCROSS). Respite care
Amedisys Home Health (912-285-2222, WAYCROSS)
Suncrest Home Health (912-283-1262, WAYCROSS)
Prime Transport And More Llc (912-816-8353, WAYCROSS). Medical & accessible transport
Central Walnut Village (912-285-9725, Waycross)
Satilla Solutions (229-439-7061, Waycross)
Ware Terrace (Terrace Garden Apartments) (912 283-6740, Waycross)
Waycross II VOA Housing (Waycross)
Georgia Lions Camp For The Blind (WAYCROSS)
American Homepatient, Inc. (912-285-8355, WAYCROSS). Medical equipment & supplies
Barnes Drug Stores Of Valdosta, Inc (912-284-9191, WAYCROSS). Medical equipment & supplies
Brownings Medical Arts (912-283-5504, WAYCROSS). Medical equipment & supplies
Coastal Health Services, Inc. (478-783-4988, WAYCROSS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Ware County

These serve every county in Georgia, including Ware 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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