Who do I call first for disability services in Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells County.

Is help available in Spanish in Jim Wells County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Jim Wells 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
Community Action Corporation Of South Texas (361-664-0145, Alice)
Community Action Health Center (361-664-1417, Alice)
Community Action Health Center Mobile Clinic (361-664-1417, Alice)
Community Action Health Center Pediatric Mobile Clinic (361-664-1417, Alice)
Alice Counseling Center (361-664-8829, ALICE). Behavioral health agency
Family Counseling And Recovery (361-664-5782, ALICE). Behavioral health agency
First Class Activity Center, Llc (361-356-4265, ALICE). Adult day program
First Home Healthcare, Llc (361-396-0902, ALICE). In-home support
A Dose Of Care Home Health Inc (361-396-4208, ALICE)
Dchc Home Health & Hospice (888-335-2435, ALICE)
Del Cielo Home Care Services (361-664-3484, ALICE)
Healthy Horizons Homecare Llc (361-396-1282, ALICE)
Rural Economic Assistance League, Inc. (361-668-3158, ALICE). Medical & accessible transport
A & G Construction (361-384-2490, ORANGE GROVE). Medical equipment & supplies
A&G Contruction (361-793-7097, ORANGE GROVE). Medical equipment & supplies
Advanced Elite Dme (361-453-4555, ALICE). Medical equipment & supplies
C. D. Cardenas, M.D.,P.A. (361-241-0324, ALICE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jim Wells County

These serve every county in Texas, including Jim Wells 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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