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

Is help available in Spanish in Smyth County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Smyth 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
Mount Rogers Community Services Board — Cornerstone (276-783-2356, Marion)
Chilhowie Elementary School (276-646-8220, Chilhowie)
Chilhowie High School (276-646-8966, Chilhowie)
Northwood Middle School (276-496-4492, Saltville)
Saltville Community Health Center (276-496-4433, Saltville)
Southwestern Va Mental Health Institute (Marion)
Appalachian Agency For Senior Citizens, Inc (276-964-4915, MARION). Adult day program
Encompass Rehabilitation Llc (276-759-2982, CHILHOWIE). Early intervention (birth–3)
Family Presevation Services, Inc. (276-623-9245, MARION). Behavioral health agency
Happy Hearts Adult Day Services, Llc (276-274-3644, MARION). Day program / habilitation
First Choice Medride Express Llc (276-780-7773, MARION). Medical & accessible transport
Happy Haulers (276-783-9536, ATKINS). Medical & accessible transport
Med-Trip Express Llc (276-706-7619, MARION). Medical & accessible transport
Mountain Top Transport Llc (276-696-1179, MARION). Medical & accessible transport
Ellis Home Oxygen & Medical (276-783-6868, MARION). Medical equipment & supplies
Eye Physicians Optical Center (276-783-6131, MARION). Medical equipment & supplies
Genoa Healthcare Llc (276-378-7862, MARION). Medical equipment & supplies
K -Va -T Food Stores Inc (276-783-5761, MARION). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Smyth County

These serve every county in Virginia, including Smyth 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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