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

Is help available in Spanish in Sullivan County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Sullivan 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
Camelot Care Centers — Kingsport (423-392-2975, Kingsport)
Creekside Behavioral Health Hospital (423-830-8110, Kingsport)
Frontier Health — Bristol Regional Counseling Center (423-989-4500, Bristol)
Tennessee Community Support Services (423-989-4558, Bristol)
Bluff City Medical Center (423-538-5116, Bluff City)
Kingsport Medical Center (423-246-7922, Kingsport)
RHSC Medical Complex at Kingsport (423-272-9163, Kingsport)
Kingsport Christian Academy (KINGSPORT)
Palmer Early Learning Center (Kingsport)
Adult Day Services (423-574-9900, BRISTOL). Adult day program
Appalachian Health Services Llc (205-441-4517, BRISTOL). In-home support
Bambino Inc Dba Comfort Keepers (423-246-0100, KINGSPORT). In-home support
Bridges W. Smith, P.C. (423-990-2315, BRISTOL). Children's mental-health clinic
Adoration Home Health (423-378-7331, KINGSPORT)
Centerwell Home Health (423-230-1000, KINGSPORT)
Angel Assist Transport Llc (423-360-1445, BRISTOL). Medical & accessible transport
Kwick Transport, Inc. (423-341-4229, KINGSPORT). Medical & accessible transport
Neen Taxi Service Llc (276-880-5705, BRISTOL). Medical & accessible transport
Starborn Logistics Llc (470-303-8019, KINGSPORT). Medical & accessible transport
Bristol Resid Dev Corp (423-968-2612, Bristol)
Forest Ridge Manor (423-246-1562, Kingsport)
Friendship Manor (423-245-3103, Kingsport)
Holston Development Corporation (423-247-4000, Kingsport)

Statewide programs serving Sullivan County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Sullivan 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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