Who do I call first for disability services in Bedford County, Tennessee?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Tennessee vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Bedford County.

Is help available in Spanish in Bedford County?

Yes. This Bedford County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Tennessee agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Bedford 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 Bedford County, Tennessee

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Bedford County, Tennessee. 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 Bedford 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 Bedford County

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

The Arc of Tennessee. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Centerstone — Shelbyville Outpatient Clinic (931-684-0522, Shelbyville)
Health Connect America (931-909-0500, Shelbyville)
Primary Care & Hope Clinic of Shelbyville (615-893-9390, Shelbyville)
B2z Care Services Llc (615-554-3061, SHELBYVILLE). In-home support
Carriage House Inn Inc (931-684-1155, SHELBYVILLE). Respite care
Melton In-Home Care, Llc (931-488-6863, SHELBYVILLE). In-home support
Merging Happiness & Inclusion Inc. (561-444-6035, UNIONVILLE). In-home support
Be Blessed Transportation Svc (931-771-6211, SHELBYVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Reese Transport, Llc (931-639-8394, SHELBYVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Shelbyville Bedford County Senior Citizens Center (931-684-0019, SHELBYVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Shouthern Transport, Llc (931-389-6969, WARTRACE). Medical & accessible transport
Clyde Rooker Senior Village (Shelbyville)
Dr. Tom Richards Center (Shelbyville)
Tony Rice Trans Living (931-685-4590, Shelbyville)
Silver Bullets Ranch Incorporated (SHELBYVILLE)
Bedford Medical Supply Inc (931-773-3088, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Buckeye Home Health Center, Inc. (931-735-6048, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Guardian Pharmacy Of Tn One (931-684-9987, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Kroger Limited Partnership I (931-684-7104, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Bedford County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Bedford County.

University of Tennessee Center on Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Tennessee (800-342-1660). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities ((615) 532-6615). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Tennessee Technology Access Program ((615) 313-5183). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Support & Training for Exceptional Parents (STEP) (423-639-0125). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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