Disability Services in Lake County, Tennessee
A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Lake 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 Lake 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 Lake County
Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Lake 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
- Pathways — Lake County Office (731-253-7780, Tiptonville)
- Lake County Primary Care Clinic (731-253-6690, Tiptonville)
- Willliam B. Acree Clinic (731-264-5518, Ridgely)
- Cinderella Wigs & Breast Prosthetics (731-623-4333, TIPTONVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Statewide programs serving Lake County
These serve every county in Tennessee, including Lake 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
- Lauderdale County
- Knox County
- Lawrence County
- Johnson County
- Maury County
- Perry County
- Sevier County
- Van Buren County
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