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

Is help available in Spanish in Lauderdale County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Lauderdale 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
Alliance Health Center — The Crossings Residential Center (601-483-6211, Meridian)
East Mississippi State Hospital (601-581-7600, Meridian)
Weems Community Mental Health Center — Children and Youth Services (601-482-7377, Meridian)
GMHC Mobile Access Unit (601-693-0150, Meridian)
GMHC Mobile Access Unit 2 (601-693-0118, Meridian)
GMHC, INC. / MPSD Meridian High School Community School Based Clinic (601-693-0118, Meridian)
GMHC, INC. / MPSD West End/TJ Harris Community School Based Clinic (601-693-0151, Meridian)
Illuminations Center For Dyslexia Inc (MERIDIAN)
Alliance Health Center Inc (601-483-6211, MERIDIAN). Substance-use treatment
Androk Services, Pllc (601-917-1506, LAUDERDALE). Children's mental-health clinic
Angel Home Care Services (601-480-6776, MERIDIAN). In-home support
Angels Daycare Services Llc (601-480-6776, MERIDIAN). Adult day program
Adoration Home Health (601-484-3293, MERIDIAN)
Centerwell Home Health (601-482-5055, MERIDIAN)
Asl Non Emergency Secure Transportation (601-527-1581, MERIDIAN). Medical & accessible transport
Blooming Healthcare Services Llc (601-342-0474, COLLINSVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Dream Chasers Allied Health And Trade School, Llc. (601-479-3792, MERIDIAN). Ride service
Dream Chasers Trucking, Llc. (601-479-3792, MERIDIAN). Medical & accessible transport
Meridian Manor (601-482-8628, Meridian)
Carestay Residential Living (901-580-7875, MERIDIAN). Meal program
Spot - Special Place For Others To Thrive (MERIDIAN)
Abitacare, Llc (877-229-1724, MERIDIAN). Medical equipment & supplies
Advanced Medical Supply Llc (601-479-4963, MERIDIAN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lauderdale County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Lauderdale 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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