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

Is help available in Spanish in Jackson County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Singing River Health System-Pascagoula (Pascagoula). 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
Singing River Health System (228-809-5000, Pascagoula)
Coastal Family Health Center Convenient Care and Pharmacy (228-475-0524, Moss Point)
Moss Point Health Center (228-474-9511, Moss Point)
SBHC - East Central High (228-386-1141, Moss Point)
SBHC - East Central Upper Elementary (228-386-1141, Moss Point)
Behavioral Health Programs (949-313-5245, MOSS POINT). Substance-use treatment
Best Life Therapy Llc (228-697-7117, OCEAN SPRINGS). Developmental disabilities clinic
Bradford River Bend, Llc (601-791-5135, GAUTIER). Substance-use treatment
Care For U Home Services Llc (228-297-8324, PASCAGOULA). In-home support
Angels Homecare (228-281-4460, MOSS POINT). Ride service
Coast To Coast Reliable Transportation (954-901-1457, OCEAN SPRINGS). Medical & accessible transport
Emmanuel Transit, Llc (228-372-4464, MOSS POINT). Medical & accessible transport
Gm Transportation, Llc (228-990-1771, MOSS POINT). Medical & accessible transport
Gautier VOA Senior Housing, Inc. (228-522-2021, Gauiter)
Singing River Services Group (228-497-1359, Gautier)
Serenity Home Care Ms (228-297-6862, GAUTIER). Home-delivered meals
Arc Of Singing River (GAUTIER)
Mercy House Ministries (MOSS POINT)
Super Abilities Alliance (VANCLEAVE)
Adaptive Prosthetics & Orthotics, Inc (228-769-0112, PASCAGOULA). Medical equipment & supplies
Advanced Bracing Solutions, Llc (228-363-0500, OCEAN SPRINGS). Medical equipment & supplies
Advanced Medical And Bracing Solutions, Llc (228-363-0500, OCEAN SPRINGS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jackson County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Jackson 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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