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

Is help available in Spanish in Howard County?

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

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

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

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

The Arc of Texas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Big Spring State Hospital (432-268-7386, Big Spring)
West Texas Centers — Howard County (432-263-0027, Big Spring)
Howard County Community Health Center (432-517-4557, Big Spring)
American Senior Homecare (432-517-4777, BIG SPRING). In-home support
Care Planning Institute (877-487-8166, BIG SPRING). In-home support
D&S Residential Services, Lp (432-263-1408, BIG SPRING). Residential care (I/DD)
Dungarvin Texas, Llc (432-264-1408, BIG SPRING). Residential care (I/DD)
Centerwell Home Health (432-714-4510, BIG SPRING)
Enhabit Home Health (432-264-0044, BIG SPRING)
Interim Healthcare Of Austin (432-235-1164, BIG SPRING)
Dora Roberts Rehabilitation Center (BIG SPRING)
Highland Council For The Deaf (BIG SPRING)
Southwest Collegiate Institute For The Deaf Foundation (BIG SPRING)
Guardian Enterprise Llc (432-466-1005, BIG SPRING). Medical equipment & supplies
Hughes Optical (432-263-3667, BIG SPRING). Prosthetics & orthotics
Leonard'S Pharmacy, Inc. (432-263-7344, BIG SPRING). Medical equipment & supplies
Pm Kennemur Enterprises Inc (432-263-7316, BIG SPRING). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Howard County

These serve every county in Texas, including Howard 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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