Who do I call first for disability services in Jackson County, Illinois?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Jackson County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Jackson 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 Jackson County, Illinois

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Jackson County, Illinois. 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County

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

The Arc of Illinois. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Carbondale Community Based Outpatient (618-351-1031, Carbondale)
Centerstone of Illinois — Carbondale South (618-457-6703, Carbondale)
Carbondale Middle School Health Center (618-956-9690, Carbondale)
Cedar Court Clinic (618-457-7821, Carbondale)
Community Health & Emergency Services, Inc. - Administrative Offices (618-457-0450, Carbondale)
Lewis School Health Center (618-956-9690, Carbondale)
Brehm Preparatory School (CARBONDALE)
Eurma C Hayes Center (Carbondale)
TCSE ASPIRE Academy (Murphysboro)
TCSE Carruthers Elem (Murphysboro)
Alternatives Counseling Inc. (618-288-8085, MURPHYSBORO). Behavioral health agency
Center For Comprehensive Services, Inc. (618-529-3060, CARBONDALE). Residential (physical disability)
Centerstone Of Illinois Inc (618-937-6483, CARBONDALE). Behavioral health agency
Cfc 24 Archway, Inc (618-529-5944, CARBONDALE). Case management / support coordination
B&M Transportation Llc (628-521-2048, POMONA). Medical & accessible transport
Senior Adult Services (618-457-4151, CARBONDALE). Medical & accessible transport
Carbondale Supportive Housing (618-457-6812, Carbondale)
Giant City Stables Therapeutic Riding Services (MAKANDA)
Southern Illinois Center For Independent Living (CARBONDALE)
Specialized Training For Adult Rehabilitation Inc (MURPHYSBORO)
Accessible Environments (618-351-6585, MAKANDA). Medical equipment & supplies
Archway, Inc. (618-529-5944, CARBONDALE). Medical equipment & supplies
Highland Park Cvs, L.L.C. (618-351-0710, CARBONDALE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jackson County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Jackson County.

Institute on Disability and Human Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Equip for Equality (800-537-2632). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities ((312) 814-2080). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Illinois Assistive Technology Program ((217) 522-7985). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (217-717-8016). Parent center: free special-education help for families
Family Resource Center on Disabilities (312-939-3513). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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