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

Is help available in Spanish in Gaston County?

Yes. This Gaston 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 Gaston 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 Gaston County, North Carolina

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Gaston 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
Access Family Services (704-671-4487, Gastonia)
Center for Emotional Health (704-237-4240, Gastonia)
AMG4 Dallas (704-208-4134, Dallas)
Kintegra Adult and Pediatric Medicine - XRay Dr (704-874-2255, Gastonia)
Kintegra at Woodhill Elementary (704-866-6295, Gastonia)
Kintegra at Ashbrook High School (704-866-6600, Gastonia)
Venom Academy (GASTONIA)
Veterum Sapientia Institute Inc (BELMONT)
Webb Street School (Gastonia)
247 Express Services (704-400-7748, GASTONIA). Day program / habilitation
2nd Chances New Beginnings Llc (704-864-7500, GASTONIA). Behavioral health agency
3ms Services Llc (704-501-7675, GASTONIA). Respite care
612 Behavioral And Community Services (704-674-5455, GASTONIA). Behavioral health agency
Adoration Home Health (704-864-1032, GASTONIA)
Amedisys Home Health Care (704-867-1141, GASTONIA)
Bayada Home Health Care Inc (704-864-1131, GASTONIA)
A Village Of Care Services Llc (980-220-2535, GASTONIA). Medical & accessible transport
Abound Home Care (704-879-7918, GASTONIA). Medical & accessible transport
Adore Her Llc (716-603-2202, GASTONIA). Medical & accessible transport
Agape Care Homes (267-252-9997, GASTONIA). Medical & accessible transport
Arc/Hds Gaston Co Gh #5 (7048677901, Gastonia)
Arc/Hds Gaston Co Gh #6 (7048660437, Gastonia)
Arc/Hds Gaston Co Gh #7 (7048673473, Gastonia)

Statewide programs serving Gaston County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including Gaston 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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