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

Is help available in Spanish in Sevier County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Wilderness at the Smokies (Sevierville). 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
Cherokee Health Systems (865-573-0698, Seymour)
Helen Ross McNabb Center — Sevier County Center (865-429-0557, Sevierville)
Pasadena Villas Smoky Mountain Lodge (865-366-7218, Sevierville)
Peninsula Behavioral Health — Peninsula Outpatient Center (865-970-9800, Sevierville)
CHS Boyd Creek Elementary School Clinic (865-774-8285, Sevierville)
CHS Catlettsburg Elementary School Clinic (865-428-2171, Sevierville)
CHS Catons Chapel Elementary School Clinic (865-453-2132, Sevierville)
CHS New Center Elementary School Clinic (865-453-2123, Sevierville)
T Lawson Early Childhood Education Center (Sevierville)
Bendell A&D Services (865-774-4432, SEVIERVILLE). Substance-use treatment
Brookhaven Retreat Llc (865-573-3656, SEYMOUR). Substance-use treatment
Caring Communications Inc (865-365-1230, SEVIERVILLE). Hearing & speech services
Caring Hearts And Hands Of Tennessee, Llc (865-453-7165, PIGEON FORGE). In-home support
Ability Inc (865-256-5669, SEVIERVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Fellowship Assoc. Of Resource Ministry (865-933-8752, KODAK). Medical & accessible transport
L&S Caring Carriers (850-543-7983, SEVIERVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Precious Metals L.Lc. (865-397-5466, KODAK). Medical & accessible transport
LeConte Terrace (865-774-8885, Sevierville)
Renaissance Square (865-579-4886, Seymour)
The Commons (865-573-0803, Seymour)
Woodland Park Apts. (865 429-6896, Sevierville)
Heartland Services (SEVIERVILLE)

Statewide programs serving Sevier County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Sevier 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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