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

Is help available in Spanish in Watauga County?

Yes. This Watauga 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 Watauga 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 Watauga County, North Carolina

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Watauga 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
Daymark Recovery Services — Watauga Center (828-264-8759, Boone)
Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC — Watauga Day Treatment (828-439-8191, Blowing Rock)
Blowing Rock School (828-262-3886, Blowing Rock)
Hardin Park Elementary School (828-262-3886, Boone)
High Country Community Health Administration (828-262-3886, Boone)
High Country Community Health at the Hospitality House (828-262-3886, Boone)
180 Behavioral Health, Pllc (828-268-4022, BLOWING ROCK). Children's mental-health clinic
Appalachian State University (828-262-2185, BOONE). Behavioral health agency
Barium Springs Home For Children (828-898-5465, BANNER ELK). Behavioral health agency
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc, (828-263-5350, BOONE). In-home support
Medi Home Health And Hospice (828-265-3388, BOONE)
CAC of Watauga Co. (828-262-3838, Boone)
Capital Care Resources, Llc (828-266-1166, BOONE). Home-delivered meals
County Of Watauga Office Of County Accountant (828-265-8090, BOONE). Home-delivered meals
High Country Visually Impaired Support Group (BOONE)
North Carolina Association Of Rehabilitation Facilities Inc (BOONE)
Spirithorse Therapeutic Riding Center (BANNER ELK)
Absolute Sleep Of The Carolinas Llc (828-264-9938, BOONE). Medical equipment & supplies
Blue Ridge Home Care (828-262-5656, BOONE). Medical equipment & supplies
Boone Drug New Market Llc (828-355-3365, BOONE). Medical equipment & supplies
Boone Drugs Inc (828-295-3482, BLOWING ROCK). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Watauga County

These serve every county in North Carolina, including Watauga 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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