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

Is help available in Spanish in Craven County?

Yes. This Craven 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 Craven 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 Craven County, North Carolina

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

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

The Arc of North Carolina. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
PORT Health Services (252-672-8742, New Bern)
CCHD - Craven County Community Health Center (252-636-4920, New Bern)
Craven County Community Health Center- Havelock (252-636-4920, Havelock)
Goshen Medical Center - Bridgeton (252-772-9995, New Bern)
Goshen Medical Center - New Bern (252-772-9995, New Bern)
Adelphia Cdc Inc (NEW BERN)
Abc'S Of Development, Llc (252-229-0310, TRENT WOODS). Early intervention (birth–3)
Accommodating Home Care Service, Inc (252-635-9005, NEW BERN). In-home support
Addus Healthcare (North Carolina), Inc (252-514-4100, NEW BERN). In-home support
All About Development, Inc (252-229-0310, TRENT WOODS). Early intervention (birth–3)
Pruitthealth Home Health New Bern (252-514-6016, NEW BERN)
About People And Packages, Llc (252-497-0776, HAVELOCK). Medical & accessible transport
Craven County (252-636-4917, NEW BERN). Medical & accessible transport
Craven Opco, Llc (855-561-8076, NEW BERN). Medical & accessible transport
Foley Fleet Services (252-634-7936, NEW BERN). Medical & accessible transport
Fairview Apartments (252-636-0005, New Bern)
Meadows (The) (252-635-3019, New Bern)
Noah - New Bern Older Adult Housing (252-638-3517, New Bern)
Special Needs Baseball Of New Bern (NEW BERN)
Avada Audiology & Hearing Care (252-637-4327, NEW BERN). Medical equipment & supplies
Carolina Diabetic Supply Group, Inc. (252-633-2244, NEW BERN). Medical equipment & supplies
Carolina Home Medical, Inc. (252-514-0374, NEW BERN). Medical equipment & supplies
Carolina Orthopedic And Sports Medicine Inc (252-634-2676, NEW BERN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Craven County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including Craven 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

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