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

Is help available in Spanish in Union County?

Yes. This Union 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 Union 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 Union County, North Carolina

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Union 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 Union County (NC)
Center for Emotional Health (704-237-4240, Monroe)
Monarch — BH Union (704-986-1500, Monroe)
ARMS Union (704-694-6700, Monroe)
Kintegra at Atrium Women's Center - Monroe (704-289-2553, Monroe)
Kintegra at Atrium Women's Center - Waxhaw (704-289-2553, Waxhaw)
Charlotte Technology Learning Center (MONROE)
Shands School (CHARLOTTE)
Wolfe School (Monroe)
2ksc Llc (207-321-1722, MONROE). In-home support
360 Care Solutions Llc (980-441-0575, MONROE). In-home support
A Heritage Child Network, Inc (704-619-3490, MONROE). Children's mental-health clinic
A His & Her Angel Company (704-345-9843, WAXHAW). In-home support
Atrium Health At Home Union (704-512-2312, MONROE)
Abundant Transportation Llc (614-580-7775, WAXHAW). Medical & accessible transport
Advanced Transport Solutions, Llc (570-401-6120, MONROE). Medical & accessible transport
Building Blocks Center (980-210-3151, MONROE). Medical & accessible transport
Care-Path Transportation Llc (202-285-3732, MONROE). Medical & accessible transport
Gatewood Village (7042339566, Wingate)
Loving Care Solutions Llc (704-843-3667, MARVIN). Meal program
Prettylrg Enterprises, Llc (602-472-6209, MATTHEWS). Meal program
Safe Place Therapeutics (980-290-8097, MARSHVILLE). Meal program
Friends For Special Needs Inc (WAXHAW)

Statewide programs serving Union County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including Union 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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