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

Is help available in Spanish in Stoddard County?

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

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

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

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

The Arc of Missouri. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Bootheel Counseling Services — Stoddard County Branch Office (573-568-2260, Bloomfield)
Bernie Medical and Dental Center (573-293-6836, Bernie)
Cross Trails Medical Center (573-722-3034, Advance)
Crowley Ridge School (DEXTER)
Cambridge Adult Day Center-Dexter (573-614-5788, DEXTER). Adult day program
Cape Home Oxygen, Llc (573-624-2300, DEXTER). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Caring Hearts Homecare Of Southeast Missouri Llc (573-624-9100, DEXTER). In-home support
Clearwater In-Home Care, Inc. (573-614-5886, DEXTER). Respite care
Elara Caring (866-243-0042, DEXTER)
D&S Drug Llc (573-614-4243, DEXTER). Medical equipment & supplies
Diamond Aire, Llc (573-614-4995, DEXTER). Medical equipment & supplies
Marion Eye Centers, Ltd. (573-624-4584, DEXTER). Medical equipment & supplies
Overturf Drug Stores Of Dexter, Inc. (573-624-6968, DEXTER). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Stoddard County

These serve every county in Missouri, including Stoddard 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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