Who do I call first for disability services in Nelson County, Virginia?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Virginia vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Nelson County.

Is help available in Spanish in Nelson County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Nelson 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 Nelson County, Virginia

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Nelson County, Virginia. 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 Nelson 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 Nelson County

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

The Arc of Virginia. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Region Ten Community Services Board — Nelson Counseling Center (434-263-4889, Lovingston)
Blue Ridge Dental Center (434-263-6310, Arrington)
Blue Ridge Medical Center, Inc. (434-263-4000, Arrington)
Mobile Clinic 2 (434-263-4000, Arrington)
Nelson County High School (434-263-6892, Lovingston)
Grazia Foundation (434-987-3671, AFTON). Children's mental-health clinic
The Arc Of The Piedmont (434-263-8734, LOVINGSTON). Residential care (I/DD)
Afton Coach Llc. (434-263-7155, SHIPMAN). Medical & accessible transport
All N 1 Transportation, Llc (434-270-5790, FABER). Medical & accessible transport
Dragonfly Medical Transport Llc (434-284-3532, AFTON). Medical & accessible transport
Walgreen Co (434-263-4224, LOVINGSTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Nelson County

These serve every county in Virginia, including Nelson County.

Partnership for People with Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
disAbility Law Center of Virginia (800-552-3962). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities ((804) 786-0016). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Virginia Assistive Technology System ((804) 662-9990). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) (703-923-0010). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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