Who do I call first for disability services in Buncombe County, North Carolina?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and North Carolina vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Buncombe County.

Is help available in Spanish in Buncombe County?

Yes. This Buncombe County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most North Carolina agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Buncombe 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 Buncombe County, North Carolina

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Buncombe County, North Carolina. 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 Buncombe 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 Buncombe County

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

disABILITY Partners - Asheville ((828) 298-1977, Asheville)
Project SEARCH — Biltmore Estate (Asheville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of North Carolina. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Asheville VA Medical Ctr — Mental Health Service 116A (828-298-7911 x5841, Asheville)
Caiyalynn Burrell Child Crisis Center — Child Crisis Center (877-277-8873, Asheville)
CBT Counseling Center (828-232-8934, Asheville)
CooperRiis Healing Community (828-899-4673, Asheville)
Administrative Office (828-202-5200, Asheville)
Appalachian Mountain Health at Asheville (828-257-4745, Asheville)
Appalachian Mountain Health at Asheville High School (828-202-5203 x3865, Asheville)
Appalachian Mountain Health at Leicester (828-253-3717, Asheville)
Bravo Asheville Inc (ASHEVILLE)
Eliada Academy (ASHEVILLE)
Fox Flower Montessori School (WOODFIN)
Progressive Education Program Pto (ASHEVILLE)
A Caring Alternative, Llc (828-437-3000, ASHEVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Ab Family Support Center (828-254-4858, ASHEVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Aba Family Group Inc. (828-385-3890, ASHEVILLE). In-home support
Access Family Services (828-350-8506, ASHEVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Angel House Fch Llc (828-259-9364, ASHEVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Aval 1 Llc (828-582-4537, LEICESTER). Medical & accessible transport
Blue Ridge Shuttle & Transport Inc (828-684-6964, ARDEN). Medical & accessible transport
Bw Dalea Enterprises, Llc (828-298-7592, ASHEVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
AS Buncombe Co. GH #1 (8282748368, Asheville)

Statewide programs serving Buncombe County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including Buncombe County.

Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights North Carolina (877-235-4210). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities ((919) 850-2901). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
North Carolina Assistive Technology Program ((919) 664-1242). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC) (704-892-1321). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in North Carolina

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