Who do I call first for disability services in Butler County, Missouri?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Butler County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Butler 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 Butler County, Missouri

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Butler County, Missouri. 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 Butler 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 Butler County

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

ILC of Southeast Missouri (ILCSEMO) ((573) 686-2333, Poplar Bluff)
Poplar Bluff (Poplar Bluff). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Missouri. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
FCC Behavioral Health (573-686-1200, Poplar Bluff)
Missouri Highlands Clinical Lab (573-663-2550, Poplar Bluff)
Missouri Highlands Dental - Poplar Bluff (573-778-3042, Poplar Bluff)
Missouri Highlands Eugene Field Elementary School Clinic (573-785-4047, Poplar Bluff)
Missouri Highlands Health Care - Poplar Bluff (573-785-6536, Poplar Bluff)
Shady Grove School (POPLAR BLUFF)
731 Investment (573-686-4877, BROSELEY). Group home / residential (I/DD)
731 Investments, Llc (573-686-5219, POPLAR BLUFF). Group home / residential (I/DD)
A To Z Wellness And Rehab Services, Llc (573-776-6100, POPLAR BLUFF). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Ability In-Home Care (573-712-3299, POPLAR BLUFF). In-home support
Amedisys Home Health Of Missouri (573-727-9687, POPLAR BLUFF)
Ozark Home Healthcare (573-686-5510, POPLAR BLUFF)
Nlh Enterprise Llc (573-922-0520, POPLAR BLUFF). Medical & accessible transport
New Beginnings Apartments ((573) 776-6131, Poplar Bluff)
Independent Living Center Of Southeast Missouri Inc (POPLAR BLUFF)
Semo United Blind (POPLAR BLUFF)
A1 Medical Equipment Service And Repair, Llc (573-300-5394, POPLAR BLUFF). Medical equipment & supplies
Alliance Rehab And Medical Equipment (573-727-9458, POPLAR BLUFF). Medical equipment & supplies
Alternative Sleep Solution (573-712-8966, POPLAR BLUFF). Medical equipment & supplies
Apria Healthcare Llc (573-686-2755, POPLAR BLUFF). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Butler County

These serve every county in Missouri, including Butler County.

UMKC Institute for Human Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services (800-392-8667). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council ((573) 751-8611). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Missouri Assistive Technology (816-655-6700). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Missouri Parents Act (MPACT) (816-531-7070). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Missouri

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