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

Is help available in Spanish in Washington County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Johnson City Medical Center and Niswonger Children's Hospital (Johnson City). 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
Frontier Health — The Crisis Stabilization Unit (423-467-3600, Johnson City)
Steppenstone Youth Treatment Center (423-257-6054, Limestone)
East Tennessee State University College Of Nursing (423-439-4515, Johnson City)
Johnson City Community Health Center (423-926-2500, Johnson City)
Johnson City Downtown Day Center (423-434-0894, Johnson City)
Limestone Medical Center (423-257-8089, Limestone)
Appalachian Banner Academy (JOHNSON CITY)
Brothers Keeper (JOHNSON CITY)
Jeremiah School (JOHNSON CITY)
Madam Patricia Children Foundation (JOHNSON CITY)
A Heavenly Sonshine Service Co (423-207-0754, GRAY). In-home support
Addus Healthcare (South Carolina), Inc. (423-926-5600, JOHNSON CITY). In-home support
Aging Assistance & Support Llc (423-926-4141, JOHNSON CITY). In-home support
Alliance Care Service Llc (423-722-3230, JOHNSON CITY). In-home support
Amedisys Home Health (423-952-2340, JOHNSON CITY)
Ballad Health Homecare (423-431-6146, JOHNSON CITY)
Maxim Healthcare Services (423-202-9957, JOHNSON CITY)
Nhc Homecare Johnson City (423-434-0163, JOHNSON CITY)
Castillo Donado Corporation (703-488-8722, JOHNSON CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Dawn Of Hope, Inc (423-434-5600, JOHNSON CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Enclavejoy Llc (423-444-7266, JONESBOROUGH). Medical & accessible transport
First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (423-461-8200, JOHNSON CITY). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Washington County

These serve every county in Tennessee, including Washington 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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