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

Is help available in Spanish in Oktibbeha County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County (Starkville). 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
Oktibbeha Family Medical Center (662-323-2911, Starkville)
Behavioral Research Assessment And Training Services (662-648-9829, STARKVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Better Day Services (662-418-5324, STARKVILLE). Respite care
Drumheller Psychological Services, Inc. (662-324-1764, STARKVILLE). Adult mental-health clinic
Families First Home Care Services Llc (662-769-3046, STARKVILLE). Respite care
Karing Hands Transit Llc (662-617-8048, STARKVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Christian Association For Rehabilitation & Education Min Inc (STARKVILLE)
Dhs Services Llc (662-324-1799, STARKVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dis Solutions Llc (662-320-9696, STARKVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Diversified Health Services, Inc. (662-324-1799, STARKVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Diversified Infusioncare Solutions, Inc. (662-320-9696, STARKVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Oktibbeha County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Oktibbeha 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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