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

Is help available in Spanish in Newton County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Newton 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
Region X Crisis Stabilization Unit (601-683-4300, Newton)
Weems Community MH Center — Newton County Office (601-728-9461, Decatur)
Newton Health Care (601-635-3435, Newton)
Assurance Home Care Agency Llc (601-818-4100, NEWTON). In-home support
Central Mississippi Residential Center (601-683-4200, NEWTON). Residential mental-health
East Central Planning & Development District (601-683-2207, NEWTON). Case management / support coordination
East Central Planning And Development District (601-683-3260, NEWTON). Case management / support coordination
Hidden Oaks Transportation Llc (601-745-0851, HICKORY). Medical & accessible transport
Southern Rides Transportation (601-564-1309, NEWTON). Medical & accessible transport
Newton Dme And Supply (601-683-7588, NEWTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Wal-Mart Stores East Lp (601-683-6117, NEWTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Newton County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Newton 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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