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

Is help available in Spanish in Polk County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Polk 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
Ocoee Regional Health Corporation, Benton Family Health Care Center (423-338-2831, Benton)
Change Academy At Lake Of The Ozarks (480-550-9281, BENTON). Behavioral health agency
River Counties Adult & Senior Services (423-715-8908, OLD FORT). Adult day program
Xplore Recovery - Ocoee River Llc (615-605-4644, OCOEE). Substance-use treatment
Walnut Creek Apartments (423-338-8142, Benton)
Copper Basin Community Hospital Inc (423-496-5511, COPPERHILL). Medical equipment & supplies
Preferred Oxygen Llc (423-338-7377, OCOEE). Medical equipment & supplies
Preferred Pharmacy, Inc (423-338-5095, BENTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Polk County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Polk 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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