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

Is help available in Spanish in Desoto County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Desoto 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
Psycamore Psychiatric Programs LLC (662-349-2818, Southaven)
Region IV Mental Health Services — Desoto County Childrens Services (662-449-1808, Hernando)
DeSoto Community Health Center (662-838-2163, Southaven)
Northstar International Academy Inc (SOUTHAVEN)
10 Miles Educational Consulting Llc (662-912-6580, NESBIT). Behavioral health agency
A Mothers Love Home Care (662-470-6867, SOUTHAVEN). In-home support
Abundance Of Blessings Veterans Care Llc (501-902-8847, HORN LAKE). In-home support
Addiction Campuses Of Mississippi, Llc (662-510-5980, SOUTHAVEN). Substance-use treatment
Homechoice Health Services - Hernando (225-952-8400, HERNANDO)
A.D.L. Transportation Llc (662-902-4462, WALLS). Medical & accessible transport
Allstar Transport Services, Llc (901-509-1440, SOUTHAVEN). Medical & accessible transport
Amber-Leigh Management Corp (662-205-5998, OLIVE BRANCH). Medical & accessible transport
American Medical Transportation, Inc. (901-371-0590, HORN LAKE). Medical & accessible transport
Coleman Crawford Estates (662-429-2157, Hernando)
Southern Pines (662-393-4564, Horn Lake)
Magnolia Wildlife Education Conservation And Rehabilitation In (OLIVE BRANCH)
Mid-South Therapeutic Riding Center (HERNANDO)
Midsouth Fury Developmental Sports And Mentor Group (SOUTHAVEN)
Star Light Foundation For The Visually Impaired (OLIVE BRANCH)
Alleviate Medical Corp (662-874-6101, OLIVE BRANCH). Medical equipment & supplies
Anddav Analysis, Inc. (901-652-0066, LAKE CORMORANT). Medical equipment & supplies
Anesthesia Services Associates, Pllc. (662-655-2346, SOUTHAVEN). Medical equipment & supplies
Asm Inc (662-892-8448, OLIVE BRANCH). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Desoto County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Desoto 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

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