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

Is help available in Spanish in Wayne County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Wayne 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
Family Health Center, Inc. (601-425-3033 x601, Waynesboro)
Embracing Arms Homecare Services Llc (601-410-2400, WAYNESBORO). Respite care
Helping Hand Home Care Llc (601-410-4629, WAYNESBORO). Respite care
P&P Counseling Services Waynesboro Branch (601-410-7771, WAYNESBORO). Behavioral health agency
Prestige In Home Care Agency, Llc (601-381-2515, WAYNESBORO). In-home support
Wayne General Hospital Hha (601-735-5500, WAYNESBORO)
Cam Logistics (601-410-0950, BUCKATUNNA). Medical & accessible transport
Medi Port Transporation Llc (601-410-5836, WAYNESBORO). Medical & accessible transport
Bkt Collection & Extensions Llc (601-549-0710, WAYNESBORO). Medical equipment & supplies
Cooley Drug Inc (601-735-4022, WAYNESBORO). Medical equipment & supplies
Dura-Med Southeast Inc. (601-735-1633, WAYNESBORO). Medical equipment & supplies
Home Medical Equipment (601-735-3314, WAYNESBORO). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Wayne County

These serve every county in Mississippi, including Wayne 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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