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

Is help available in Spanish in Smith County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Smith 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
Weems Community MH Center — Smith County Office (601-782-9461, Raleigh)
Family Health Care Clinic, Inc. --Raleigh (601-782-9919, Raleigh)
Family Health Care Clinic, Mize--School (601-782-9919, Mize)
Family Health Center Taylorsville (601-785-9580, Taylorsville)
Divine Behavioral Solutions (601-421-5034, TAYLORSVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Region Ten Commission On Mental Health (601-782-9461, RALEIGH). Adult mental-health clinic
T & T Nemt Services, Llp (601-641-9844, TAYLORSVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Available Pharmaceutical Services (601-782-9943, RALEIGH). Medical equipment & supplies
Mcguffee Drugs Inc (601-782-4552, RALEIGH). Medical equipment & supplies
Medical Depot Llc (601-480-6509, MIZE). Medical equipment & supplies
Randy'S House Of Medicine (601-785-6812, TAYLORSVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Smith County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Smith 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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