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

Is help available in Spanish in Panola County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Panola 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 Healthcore — Panola County (903-693-7811, Carthage)
HOPE Community Medicine- Carthage (936-591-8380, Carthage)
Ames Counseling And Family Services (903-754-9094, CARTHAGE). Behavioral health agency
Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries Of Texas, Inc. (903-678-2361, BECKVILLE). Residential care (I/DD)
Family Strategies Counseling Center (903-263-2971, CARTHAGE). Behavioral health agency
Safe Loving Hands Home Care Llc (903-263-9084, DE BERRY). In-home support
Mae'S Helping Hands Transportation Llc (903-702-5079, DE BERRY). Medical & accessible transport
Shep Next Step Solutions (314-913-3694, CARTHAGE). Medical & accessible transport
Charles Deron Lewis (903-694-2285, CARTHAGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Cvs Pharmacy Inc (903-693-2611, CARTHAGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Izzy Inc (903-693-2923, CARTHAGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Wal-Mart Stores Texas Llc (903-693-6502, CARTHAGE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Panola County

These serve every county in Texas, including Panola 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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