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

Is help available in Spanish in Jefferson County?

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

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

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

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

Resource, Information, Support & Empowerment (RISE) ((409) 832-2599, Beaumont)
The Arc of Texas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Baptist Hospitals of SE Texas — Behavioral Health Center (409-212-7000, Beaumont)
Medical Center of Southeast Texas (409-724-7389, Port Arthur)
Spindletop Center — Central Region Services (409-839-1000, Beaumont)
GCHC Port Arthur Park Plaza Site (409-983-1161, Port Arthur)
Gulf Coast Health Center - Memorial High School SBHC (409-983-1161, Port Arthur)
Gulf Coast Health Center - Mobile 1 (409-983-1161, Port Arthur)
Gulf Coast Health Center - Phillis Wheatley School of Early Childhood Programs SBHC (409-983-1161, Port Arthur)
Ability Central Works Corporation (BEAUMONT)
Camp Seaport Inc (PORT ARTHUR)
11817 Landrum Inc (409-299-8555, BEAUMONT). Substance-use treatment
A 2 Dream Llc (409-293-3707, BEAUMONT). Case management / support coordination
A Peaceful Mind Mental Health Services (409-526-1123, PORT ARTHUR). Children's mental-health clinic
Advanced Patient Care Inc (409-832-3304, BEAUMONT). In-home support
365care Home Health Llc (409-548-0036, GROVES)
Accentcare Home Health Of Texas (409-899-9979, BEAUMONT)
Advanced Pediatric Care Inc (409-832-3304, BEAUMONT)
Amazing Angels Home Health (409-767-8833, BEAUMONT)
Able Nemt Services Llc (713-219-9840, PORT ARTHUR). Medical & accessible transport
Ak Lewis Transportation (409-224-4488, BEAUMONT). Medical & accessible transport
Amber Levias Transport (409-529-4877, BEAUMONT). Medical & accessible transport
Anderson Access Services Llc (409-678-4077, BEAUMONT). Medical & accessible transport
Senior Citizens Y-House Of Beaumont (409-833-9660, Beaumont)

Statewide programs serving Jefferson County

These serve every county in Texas, including Jefferson 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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