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

Is help available in Spanish in Pender County?

Yes. This Pender 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 Pender 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 Pender County, North Carolina

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Pender 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
NAMI Wilmington
A Special Touch Inc (910-602-2769, Willard)
Coastal Horizons Center Inc (910-259-0668, Burgaw)
Black River Family Practice (910-259-5721, Burgaw)
Black River Health Center (910-283-7783, Atkinson)
Black River Health Services, Inc. (910-259-6975, Burgaw)
CommWell Health of Penderlea (877-935-5255, Willard)
Autism Support And Programs Inc (ROCKY POINT)
A Touch Of Hope Group Home, Inc. (910-602-2769, WILLARD). Residential mental-health
Ages And Stages Aba Strategy (708-362-1697, HAMPSTEAD). Early intervention (birth–3)
Alabaster Case Management, Llc (910-520-2205, HAMPSTEAD). Case management / support coordination
Cain Connections And Recovery Inc (910-386-9546, HAMPSTEAD). Behavioral health agency
Burgaw Health Holdings, Llc (910-259-8070, BURGAW). Medical & accessible transport
Dth Transportation, Llc (828-455-3403, BURGAW). Medical & accessible transport
Helping Hands Transportation (910-617-0674, BURGAW). Medical & accessible transport
Kris' Transportation Service (910-602-7169, ROCKY POINT). Medical & accessible transport
Special Education Pto Pender County (ROCKY POINT)
Wildlife Rehabilitation & Resource Center Inc (CURRIE)
Dr. Gill & Associates, Pa (910-530-1370, HAMPSTEAD). Medical equipment & supplies
Emergeortho, Pa (910-332-3828, HAMPSTEAD). Medical equipment & supplies
Gpn Express Enterprise Llc (910-319-6050, HAMPSTEAD). Medical equipment & supplies
Hampstead Family Pharmacy (910-270-1077, HAMPSTEAD). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Pender County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including Pender 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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