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

Is help available in Spanish in Shelby County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Shelby 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
NAMI Deep East Texas
HOPE Behavioral Health and Administration (936-591-8380, Center)
Hope Community Medicine - Joaquin (936-591-8380, Joaquin)
Hope Community Medicine Mobile Clinic (936-591-8380, Center)
HOPE Community Medicine- Center Location (936-590-8381, Center)
Christian Love Private Home Care, Llc (936-332-6509, TENAHA). In-home support
Cloudy Home Care (936-269-9022, JOAQUIN). Respite care
Empowered Assisted Living, Llc (936-572-0770, TIMPSON). Behavioral health agency
Hygge Counseling Pllc (936-262-7770, CENTER). Children's mental-health clinic
Day To Day Medical Transportation (936-585-9280, TENAHA). Medical & accessible transport
Straight-Line Medical Transport, Llc (318-882-9950, JOAQUIN). Medical & accessible transport
Watts Transportation, Inc (936-332-0720, CENTER). Medical & accessible transport
Right Step Adult Day Care, Llc (936-591-0006, CENTER). Home-delivered meals
Cvs Pharmacy Inc (936-598-6254, CENTER). Medical equipment & supplies
Gaddy Enterprises, Inc (936-590-4464, CENTER). Medical equipment & supplies
Rr Integrity Services, Llc (903-754-7599, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Wal-Mart Stores Texas Llc (936-598-2921, CENTER). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Shelby County

These serve every county in Texas, including Shelby 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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