Who do I call first for disability services in Benton County, Mississippi?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Benton County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Benton 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 Benton County, Mississippi

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Benton County, Mississippi. 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 Benton 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 Benton County

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

The Arc of Mississippi. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Lifecore Health Group — Benton County (662-426-4697, Ashland)
PACT Team Facility (662-426-4697, Ashland)
Benton Medical Center (662-224-8951, Ashland)
Mobile Unit #1 (662-224-8951, Ashland)
Mobile Unit #2 (Small) (662-224-8951, Ashland)
NMPHC Administrative Annex (662-224-8951, Ashland)
Benton County Commission On Aging And Independen Living (949-441-9900, LAMAR). Adult day program
Better Care Alliance, Llc (662-471-0596, ASHLAND). Respite care
Bright Horizons Adult Daycare (404-993-0230, LAMAR). Adult day program
C&S Staffing Services Inc (662-274-0457, LAMAR). Case management / support coordination
United Community Action Committee, Inc. (662-224-8912, ASHLAND). Medical & accessible transport
Excel To Greatness Social Center (LAMAR)
Ashland Drugs Inc (662-224-8922, ASHLAND). Medical equipment & supplies
Family Medical Equipment (662-224-3999, ASHLAND). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Benton County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Benton County.

Institute for Disability Studies. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Mississippi (800-772-4057). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities ((601) 359-6238). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Project START ((601) 853-5249). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center (601-969-0601). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Mississippi

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