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

Is help available in Spanish in Rutherford County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro (Murfreesboro). 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
NAMI Rutherford County
Cedar Grove — Residential Treatment Facility (615-895-9590, Murfreesboro)
Trustpoint Hospital (615-586-1111, Murfreesboro)
Volunteer Behavioral Healthcare System — The Guidance Center (615-898-0771, Murfreesboro)
Hope II (615-893-9390, Murfreesboro)
Matthew Walker Comprhensive Health Center - Smyrna (615-984-4290, Smyrna)
Primary Care & Hope Clinic (615-893-9390, Murfreesboro)
Primary Care & Hope Clinic of Smyrna (615-625-9390, Smyrna)
Middle Tennessee Child Resource Center (MURFREESBORO)
Rise Above Hope For A Better Life (MURFREESBORO)
A Caring Heart Llc (731-780-0840, LA VERGNE). In-home support
Ablepath Solutions (615-943-4977, SMYRNA). In-home support
Accuquest Hearing Center, Llc (615-898-0901, MURFREESBORO). Hearing & speech services
Addiction & Mental Health Services, Llc (615-595-1028, MURFREESBORO). Substance-use treatment
Amedisys Home Health (615-893-0214, MURFREESBORO)
Amedisys Home Health Care (615-890-6455, SMYRNA)
Aveanna Home Health (615-366-6060, MURFREESBORO)
Nhc Homecare Murfreesboro (615-896-2300, MURFREESBORO)
Adams Transportation Tn Lcc (615-924-5490, SMYRNA). Medical & accessible transport
Agape Charter & Commuter Service (615-898-1507, MURFREESBORO). Medical & accessible transport
Alex And Avery'S Llc (615-578-8769, MURFREESBORO). Medical & accessible transport
Arrw Transportaion Llc. (615-925-5799, SMYRNA). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Rutherford County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Rutherford 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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