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

Is help available in Spanish in Knox County?

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

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

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

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

disABILITY Resource Center ((865) 637-3666, Knoxville)
Project SEARCH — Dolly Parton Children's Hospital (Knoxville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center (Knoxville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Knox County Schools (Knoxville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Parkwest Medical Center (Knoxville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Tennessee. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Camelot Care Centers — Knoxville (865-481-3972, Knoxville)
Cherokee Health Systems (865-544-0406, Knoxville)
Florence Crittenton Agency Inc (865-602-2021, Knoxville)
Health Connect America — Knoxville Office (865-247-7045, Knoxville)
CHS Center City Clinic (865-544-0406, Knoxville)
CHS Cherokee Mills (865-544-0406, Knoxville)
CHS East Knox Clinic (865-522-6097, Knoxville)
CHS Knox Homeless Health Center (5th Ave) (865-525-2104, Knoxville)
Beacon Academy Of Knoxville (KNOXVILLE)
Eythos Foundation (KNOXVILLE)
Fair Garden Family/Community Center (Knoxville)
Ft Sanders Education Development Center (Knoxville)
1st Choice Healthcare Llc (865-692-5225, KNOXVILLE). Day program / habilitation
24/7 Healthcare, Inc. (865-210-0937, KNOXVILLE). In-home support
4 Families Healthcare, Llc (865-936-4897, KNOXVILLE). In-home support
4m Healthsystem Inc (865-201-2705, KNOXVILLE). Substance-use treatment
Amedisys Home Health Care (865-584-2510, KNOXVILLE)
Centerwell Home Health (865-584-3133, KNOXVILLE)

Statewide programs serving Knox County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Knox 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

Other counties in Tennessee

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