Who do I call first for disability services in Knox County, Kentucky?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Knox County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Knox 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 Knox County, Kentucky

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Knox County, Kentucky. 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 Knox 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 Knox County

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

The Arc of Kentucky. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Cumberland River Behavioral Health (606-546-3104, Barbourville)
GCHC SBHC Dewitt Elem (606-542-4274, Flat Lick)
GCHC SBHC Girdler Elementary (606-546-4859, Girdler)
GCHC- Appalachian Children's Home (606-546-3805, Barbourville)
Grace Health SBHC Knox County Learning Academy (606-526-9005 x2110, Barbourville)
Apex Physical Therapy And Sports Performance, Llc (606-499-6708, BARBOURVILLE). Hearing & speech services
Appalachian Restoration Project Inc. (606-545-7083, BARBOURVILLE). Substance-use treatment
Family Pride Counseling (606-219-4676, BARBOURVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Friends And Companions (606-546-6859, BARBOURVILLE). Early intervention (birth–3)
Knox County Health Department Hha (606-546-5919, BARBOURVILLE)
Mixon Manor (502-491-2422 ext 203, Barbourville)
Sowders Manor (606-546-3152, Barbourville)
Bowling Family Pharmacy Llc (606-546-2210, BARBOURVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Halman Inc (606-546-3464, BARBOURVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Knox Professional Pharmacy Inc (606-546-3171, BARBOURVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Quality Medical Supply (606-546-5789, BARBOURVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Knox County

These serve every county in Kentucky, including Knox County.

Human Development Institute. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Kentucky Protection and Advocacy (502-564-2967 · 800-372-2988 (toll-free)). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Kentucky Council on Developmental Disabilities ((502) 564-7841). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network ((502) 426-1998). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network (KY-SPIN) (502-937-6894). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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