Disability Services in Van Buren County, Tennessee
A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Van Buren 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 Van Buren 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 Van Buren County
Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Van Buren 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
- Van Buren County Health Department Community Health Center (931-946-2438, Spencer)
Statewide programs serving Van Buren County
These serve every county in Tennessee, including Van Buren 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
- Warren County
- Union County
- Washington County
- Unicoi County
- Benton County
- Claiborne County
- Dyer County
- Hamilton County
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