Who do I call first for disability services in New Hanover 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 New Hanover County.

Is help available in Spanish in New Hanover County?

Yes. This New Hanover 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 New Hanover 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 New Hanover County, North Carolina

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

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

disAbility Resource Center ((910) 815-6618, Wilmington)
The Arc of North Carolina. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Wilmington
A Helping Hand of Wilmington (910-796-6868, Wilmington)
Coastal Horizons Center Inc (910-343-0145, Wilmington)
Eleanor Health Wilmington (910-294-6765, Wilmington)
Lake Forest Day Treatment (910-772-2515 x73305, Wilmington)
MedNorth Health Center (910-343-0270, Wilmington)
MedNorth Health Center at Calhoun Drive (910-340-0270 x1029, Wilmington)
Child Development Center Inc (WILMINGTON)
Hill School Of Wilmington (WILMINGTON)
Southeastern Autism Academy (WILMINGTON)
Young Scientist Academy (WILMINGTON)
A Brighter Day Home Care Agency,Llc (910-547-1148, WILMINGTON). In-home support
A New Direction Wellness Center (910-796-6868, WILMINGTON). Behavioral health agency
A Personalized Home Care Agency (910-742-3198, WILMINGTON). In-home support
A Single Step, Llc (910-444-1780, WILMINGTON). Behavioral health agency
Liberty Home Care, Llc (910-251-8111, WILMINGTON)
Well Care Home Health (910-362-9405, WILMINGTON)
Well Care Home Health Of New Hanover , Inc (910-622-5491, WILMINGTON)
Arrive Ventures Llc (910-212-6722, WILMINGTON). Medical & accessible transport
Benevelont Christian Association (910-352-1695, WILMINGTON). Medical & accessible transport
Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority (910-202-2056, WILMINGTON). Medical & accessible transport
Carolina Mobile Transport Llc (910-382-0344, WILMINGTON). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving New Hanover County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including New Hanover 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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