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

Is help available in Spanish in Ector County?

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

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

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

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

ABLE Center for Independent Living ((432) 580-3439, Odessa)
The Arc of Texas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Permian Basin Community Ctrs for MH/MR (432-333-3265, Odessa)
Ector County Hospital District (432-640-4860, Odessa)
Ector County Hospital District/ MCH Women's Clinic (432-640-2491, Odessa)
Ector County Hospital District/MCH Family Health Clinic (432-640-6600, Odessa)
Ector County Hospital District/MCH Healthy Kids Clinic (432-640-6772, Odessa)
Reg Day School For Deaf (ODESSA)
Able Center For Independant Living (432-580-3439, ODESSA). Day program / habilitation
Crossland Care Inc (432-339-5555, ODESSA). In-home support
D&S Residential Services, Lp (432-381-0741, ODESSA). Residential care (I/DD)
Dept Of Assistive & Rehab Serv - Odessa Field Office (432-332-3181, ODESSA). Case management / support coordination
Accentcare Health And Personal Care Services Of Texas (432-550-1700, ODESSA)
Express Nursing (432-580-9393, ODESSA)
Home Nursing (432-617-8125, ODESSA)
Integrity Home Health Of West Texas Inc (432-260-3500, ODESSA)
Mc Medical Transportation (585-705-0563, ODESSA). Medical & accessible transport
Desert Haven (325-332-2312, Odessa)
Disciples Village I (432-334-0550, Odessa)
Disciples Village II (432-334-0550, Odessa)
Meals On Wheels Of Odessa, Inc. (432-333-6451, ODESSA). Home-delivered meals
Farova Developmental Initiative (ODESSA)
House Of The Sycamore Tree (ODESSA)
Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center For Crippled Children And Adults (ODESSA)

Statewide programs serving Ector County

These serve every county in Texas, including Ector 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

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