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

Is help available in Spanish in Hinds County?

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

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

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

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

Living Independence For Everyone (LIFE) of Mississippi ((601) 969-4009, Jackson)
Project SEARCH — Milwaukee Tools (Jackson). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Mississippi Baptist Medical Center (Jackson). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — St Dominic Hospital (Jackson). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — University of Mississippi Medical Center (Jackson). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Mississippi. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Canopy Childrens Solutions — CARES Ctr PRTF and School (601-352-7784, Jackson)
Catholic Charities Inc (601-355-8634, Jackson)
Hinds Behavioral Health Services — Adult Psychosocial Rehab Progm Jackson (601-969-7504, Jackson)
Imagine Behavioral Health LLC (601-982-5376, Jackson)
Bolton-Edwards Elem/Middle Sbc (601-866-7943, Bolton)
Byram Middle School-based Clinic (601-364-5142, Terry)
Carver Middle School (601-364-5142, Raymond)
Central Mississippi Health Services, Inc. (601-948-5572, Jackson)
Cares Center Inc (JACKSON)
Cares School (JACKSON)
Harbor Day School (JACKSON)
Magnolia Speech School (JACKSON)
1st Priority Healthcare Services, Llc (252-315-5165, JACKSON). Behavioral health agency
A Step Ahead Homecare Llc (769-257-7448, JACKSON). Respite care
A To Z Homecare Services (601-715-0866, JACKSON). In-home support
A2 Legacy Care Llc (601-868-2809, BYRAM). In-home support
Mississippi Homecare Of Jackson (601-352-5063, JACKSON)
Sta Home Health Agency Of Jackson, Inc. Dba Accentcare Home Health Of Jackson (601-961-4367, CLINTON)

Statewide programs serving Hinds County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Hinds 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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