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

Is help available in Spanish in Putnam County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Putnam 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
NAMI Cookeville
Camelot Care Centers — Cookeville (931-372-1308, Cookeville)
Generations Mental Health Center — Cookeville (931-528-8593, Cookeville)
Health Connect America — Algood (931-526-6042, Cookeville)
Omni Community Health — Cookeville (931-528-0051 x6214, Cookeville)
Monterey-Putnam County Health Department Community Health Center (931-839-3146, Monterey)
Putnam County Health Department Community Health Center (931-528-2531, Cookeville)
UCPCP Mobile Unit #1 (931-528-7531, Cookeville)
Upper Cumberland Primary Care Project (931-528-7531, Cookeville)
Absolute Care (931-273-7900, COOKEVILLE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Addiction & Mental Health Services, Llc (931-528-6803, COOKEVILLE). Substance-use treatment
Angel Care Home Health, Inc. (931-372-7777, COOKEVILLE). In-home support
Care Focus, Inc. (931-526-5003, COOKEVILLE). Day program / habilitation
Centerwell Home Health (931-646-4806, COOKEVILLE)
Cookeville Regional Home Health (931-528-5578, COOKEVILLE)
Adaptive Mobility Solutions, Llc (615-573-0392, COOKEVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Careconnect Transport Llc (931-526-3378, TENNESSEE). Medical & accessible transport
Health Access Plus (931-260-0143, BAXTER). Medical & accessible transport
Highland Medical Carriers Llc (931-319-1437, COOKEVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Highland Manor Apts. (931-839-7566, Monterey)
Highland Manor II (423-586-1494, Monterey)
Laurel Creek (Cookeville)
Arc Of Putnam County (COOKEVILLE)

Statewide programs serving Putnam County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Putnam 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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