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

Is help available in Spanish in Jefferson County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Jefferson 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
Cherokee Health Systems (423-587-7337, Talbott)
Chestnut Hill Center (865-509-6611, Dandridge)
CHS Mobile 1 (866-231-4477, Talbott)
CHS Mobile 2 (423-587-7337, Talbott)
CHS Talbott Clinic (423-587-7337, Talbott)
4th Judicial District Recovery Services, Inc (865-674-2857, WHITE PINE). Behavioral health agency
Behavioral Advising & Consulting (423-329-5582, WHITE PINE). Behavioral health agency
Called To Care Llc (865-851-4525, NEW MARKET). Respite care
Doyenne Life Management, Llc (423-587-5800, TALBOTT). In-home support
Beacon Home Health (865-475-4138, JEFFERSON CITY)
Care Takers Of Tennessee Llc (423-839-3997, DANDRIDGE). Medical & accessible transport
People2places (865-475-3433, JEFFERSON CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Rural Medical Services, Inc. (865-509-6611, DANDRIDGE). Medical & accessible transport
Roy J. Messer Apartments (865-674-8479, White Pine)
Apria Healthcare Llc (865-475-8953, JEFFERSON CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
K Va T Food Stores Inc (865-484-0263, DANDRIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Mcfarland Group, Inc. (865-229-1497, JEFFERSON CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Mountain Valley Rx 05 Inc (865-471-5111, JEFFERSON CITY). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jefferson County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Jefferson 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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