Who do I call first for disability services in Dallas County, Texas?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Texas vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Dallas County.

Is help available in Spanish in Dallas County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Dallas 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 Dallas County, Texas

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Dallas County, Texas. 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 Dallas 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 Dallas County

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

REACH of Dallas Resource Center on Independent Living ((214) 630-4796, Dallas)
Project SEARCH — Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Lake Pointe (formerly Epiroc) (Rowlett). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Baylor University Medical Center (Dallas). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — SanMar Corporation-Texas (Irving). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Texas Health Dallas (Dallas). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Texas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Brain Performance Center (817-500-4863, Dallas)
Centro de Mi Salud LLC (214-941-0798, Dallas)
Child and Family Guidance Center (214-351-3490, Dallas)
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (972-982-0897, Desoto)
Dallas County Hospital District (214-590-0153, Dallas)
Dallas Deflection Center-Homeward Bound (214-590-0153, Dallas)
Eddie Bernice Johnson Youth and Family Center (214-426-3645, Dallas)
Foremost Family Health Center - Balch Springs (972-588-4532 x100, Balch Springs)
Autism Treatment Center Day School Program (DALLAS)
Bloomed Learning Collective (DALLAS)
Callier Center Pre-School Deaf (0-5) (DALLAS)
Chase'S Place (RICHARDSON)
1 Anchor Of Hope Home Care Llc (469-401-7301, RICHARDSON). In-home support
1 E.C.M Services (713-624-0673, GRAND PRAIRIE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
1 Personal Assistance Services (972-546-2766, DALLAS). In-home support
1 Service For All (214-457-4937, DALLAS). In-home support
1st Aid Healthcare Corp (972-618-8001, RICHARDSON)
1st Precious Home Healthcare Agency (972-464-7036, GRAND PRAIRIE)

Statewide programs serving Dallas County

These serve every county in Texas, including Dallas County.

Center on Disability and Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Texas Center for Disability Studies. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Texas (800-252-9108). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities ((512) 437-5432). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Texas Technology Access Program ((512) 232-0761). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Partners Resource Network ((800) 866-4726). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Texas

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