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

Is help available in Spanish in George County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in George 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
Lucedale Health Center (601-947-8268, Lucedale)
SBHC - Agricola Elementary (228-374-2494, Lucedale)
SBHC - Benndale Elementary (228-374-2494, Lucedale)
SBHC - Central Elementary (228-374-2494, Lucedale)
Singing River Educational Association Inc (LUCEDALE)
Bradford River Bend, Llc (601-791-5135, LUCEDALE). Substance-use treatment
Heart To Heart Outreach Ministries, Inc. (228-265-1535, LUCEDALE). Behavioral health agency
Mind Works Wellness, Pllc (601-530-5317, LUCEDALE). Children's mental-health clinic
Tera Walters Therapy Llc (251-680-9686, LUCEDALE). Hearing & speech services
Her Comeback Project (LUCEDALE)
Aerocare Home Medical, Inc. (601-791-7177, LUCEDALE). Medical equipment & supplies
Breathe Easier Usa (601-947-0032, LUCEDALE). Medical equipment & supplies
Jims Discount Drugs Inc (601-947-6331, LUCEDALE). Medical equipment & supplies
Jones County Medical Supplies, Inc (601-766-0340, LUCEDALE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving George County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including George 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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