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

Is help available in Spanish in Jones County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Jones 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
Family Health Center, Inc. (601-425-3033, Laurel)
Family Health Center, Inc. Mobile Unit (601-425-3033, Laurel)
FAMILY HEALTH CTR - OB/GYN Clinic (601-399-1958, Laurel)
New OB/GYN Clinic at Family Health Center, Inc. (601-425-3033 x2123, Laurel)
Abundant Hearts Health Care Llc (601-425-3412, LAUREL). Respite care
Branch Of Love (601-498-8132, LAUREL). Day program / habilitation
Chateau Adult Day Center Llc (601-651-2340, LAUREL). In-home support
Chateau Home Care Llc (601-651-2340, LAUREL). In-home support
Comfortcare Home Health (601-425-7521, LAUREL)
Deaconess Homecare- Region I (601-649-2231, LAUREL)
Chateau Transportation, Llc (601-651-2340, LAUREL). Medical & accessible transport
Coleman Transit (601-319-2492, LAUREL). Medical & accessible transport
Dj Transit, Inc. (601-682-0701, LAUREL). Medical & accessible transport
Guardian Home Care Solutions Pllc (601-425-3412, LAUREL). Medical & accessible transport
First Avenue Group Home (601-425-1009, Laurel)
Jones County Behavioral Health (601-433-7916, ELLISVILLE). Meal program
Wright Way House, Llc (601-342-0057, LAUREL). Home-delivered meals
Advanced Orthotics & Prosthetics Clinic (601-649-0001, LAUREL). Medical equipment & supplies
Blue Dot Medical, Llc (601-348-9473, LAUREL). Medical equipment & supplies
Crawford Professional Drugs Inc (601-425-2527, LAUREL). Medical equipment & supplies
Edward Robert Cohen (601-649-6866, LAUREL). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jones County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Jones 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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