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

Is help available in Spanish in Simpson County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Simpson 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 8 Mental Health Services — Simpson County Satellite Office (601-847-4410, Mendenhall)
Family Health Care Clinic, Inc. --MENDENHALL (601-847-3306, Mendenhall)
Family Health Care Clinic, Magee--Head Start (800-508-7481, Magee)
Family Health Care Clinic, Piney Woods--School (601-845-2214, Braxton)
Boswell Regional Center (601-867-5000, MAGEE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Brandi'S Hope Community Services (601-721-3496, MAGEE). Day program / habilitation
Compassionate Care 365 Inc (601-832-5756, MAGEE). In-home support
Essential Wellness Counseling Llc (601-942-5382, BRAXTON). Behavioral health agency
Harper Village (601 847-2128, Mendenhall)
Ambulatory Equipment Service,Inc (601-849-4125, MAGEE). Medical equipment & supplies
Available Pharmaceutical Services (601-847-7370, MENDENHALL). Medical equipment & supplies
Blue Dot Medical, Inc (601-968-0981, MENDENHALL). Medical equipment & supplies
Mcnamed Inc. (601-847-5777, MENDENHALL). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Simpson County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Simpson 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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