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

Is help available in Spanish in Mecklenburg County?

Yes. This Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

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

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

Disability Rights & Resources ((704) 537-0550, Charlotte)
Project SEARCH — Atrium Hospitality at Hilton Charlotte Airport (Charlotte). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Novant Health Huntersville (Huntersville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Novant Health Matthews Medical Center (Matthews). 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
A Caring Home — Bonnies Home for Youth (704-525-2840, Charlotte)
Alexander Youth Network — PRTF (704-366-8712 x1241, Charlotte)
Behavioral Health/Charlotte — Atrium Health (704-358-2714, Charlotte)
Carolina Outreach — Charlotte (704-332-8787, Charlotte)
AMG - N Tryon Rd (704-764-1387, Charlotte)
AMG - Randolph Rd (704-624-8477, Charlotte)
AMG Charlotte Park Drive (704-461-0006, Charlotte)
AMG1 Harris Blvd (704-208-4134, Charlotte)
444love Foundation (CHARLOTTE)
Carolina Collaborative Preparatory (CHARLOTTE)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Academy (Charlotte)
Crossway Foundation (CHARLOTTE)
1connect, Llc (919-561-0883, CHARLOTTE). Behavioral health agency
1st Choice Profesional Services, Inc (704-658-8682, CHARLOTTE). Behavioral health agency
1st Choice Professional Services, Inc. (704-737-5897, CHARLOTTE). Youth residential (behavioral)
2nd Chance Community Program, Inc. (704-672-1599, CHARLOTTE). Behavioral health agency
Atrium Health At Home University City (704-863-5800, CHARLOTTE)
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc (704-423-9449, CHARLOTTE)
Brookdale Home Health Charlotte (704-921-2051, CHARLOTTE)

Statewide programs serving Mecklenburg County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including Mecklenburg 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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