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

Is help available in Spanish in Howell County?

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

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

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

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

Ozark Independent Living (OIL) ((417) 257-0038, West Plains)
The Arc of Missouri. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
BHG West Plains Treatment Center (417-257-1833, West Plains)
SMCHC Support Site: 1113-1119 Independence Drive (417-255-8464, West Plains)
Southern Missouri Community Health Center West Plains Clinic (417-255-8464, West Plains)
Ozark Horizon School (WEST PLAINS)
Caliber Counseling & Training Llc (417-274-0469, POMONA). Children's mental-health clinic
Genesis Life, Llc (417-270-0032, WEST PLAINS). Day program / habilitation
Green Acres Home Of West Plains Inc (417-257-0954, WEST PLAINS). Day program / habilitation
Healthy Hearts Home Care Llc (417-256-2588, WEST PLAINS). Day program / habilitation
Ozarks Healthcare At Home, Home Health (417-256-3133, WEST PLAINS)
Westwood Home Health (417-469-4035, WILLOW SPRINGS)
Cystic Fibrosis Association Of West Plains Inc (WEST PLAINS)
Ozark Independent Living (WEST PLAINS)
Alpha-Omega Orthotics & Prosthetics, Inc. (417-257-7411, WEST PLAINS). Prosthetics & orthotics
David A. Yates & Associates, Llc (417-257-0052, WEST PLAINS). Prosthetics & orthotics
Ferguson Drug (417-469-3005, WILLOW SPRINGS). Medical equipment & supplies
Lincare Inc. (417-255-8478, WEST PLAINS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Howell County

These serve every county in Missouri, including Howell 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

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