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

Is help available in Spanish in Smith County?

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

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

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

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

East Texas Center for Independent Living (ETCIL) ((903) 581-7542, Tyler)
Project SEARCH — CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System (Tyler). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Texas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Tyler
Andrews Center (903-597-1351, Tyler)
Central Operations Administrative Site (903-535-9041, Tyler)
Family Circle of Care - Chapel Hill Clinic (903-574-7186, Tyler)
Family Circle of Care - Finance Building (903-535-9041, Tyler)
Family Circle of Care Admin Offices (903-525-7497, Tyler)
Grace Cougars Shotgun Team (LINDALE)
Lighthouse Piece Of Hope (FLINT)
1 Harmonica Home Care Llc (214-524-8436, TYLER). In-home support
360 Behavioral Health Of Texas Llc (903-630-7077, TYLER). Behavioral health agency
Absolute Choice (903-593-2722, TYLER). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Aging Resources And Counseling Services, Pllc (903-330-9592, TYLER). Adult mental-health clinic
Amcare Pro Home Health Of East Texas (903-593-1737, TYLER)
At Home Healthcare (903-592-8001, TYLER)
Balm In Gilead Home Health Services Inc (903-561-9419, TYLER)
Beulah Home Health Agency Inc (903-525-9037, TYLER)
A1 House Of Beauty (682-222-4606, TYLER). Medical & accessible transport
Ack Transportation And Logistics (903-283-8364, WHITEHOUSE). Medical & accessible transport
Better Living Home Care Agency Llc (903-504-7427, WHITEHOUSE). Medical & accessible transport
East Texas Priority Medical Transportation Llc (430-344-2072, TYLER). Medical & accessible transport
Disciple Place Village (903-845-7638, Tyler)

Statewide programs serving Smith County

These serve every county in Texas, including Smith 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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