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

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

Is help available in Spanish in Kanawha County?

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

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

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

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

Appalachian Center for Independent Living ((304) 965-0376, Charleston)
The Arc of West Virginia. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Charleston Area Medical Center — General Hospital (304-388-6203, Charleston)
Counseling Connection (304-340-3676, Charleston)
Highland Hospital (800-250-3806, Charleston)
Lasting Solutions LLC (304-941-6256, Charleston)
Cabin Creek Health Administration (304-734-2040, Charleston)
Cabin Creek Health Center, Inc (304-595-5006, Dawes)
CCHS Mobile Health Clinic (681-341-4014, Charleston)
Clendenin Health Center (304-548-7272, Clendenin)
Kanawha Valley Academy Of Learning Inc (S CHARLESTON)
7 Summit Pathways (304-208-0707, CHARLESTON). Substance-use treatment
A Special Touch For Seniors, Llc (304-746-5600, SOUTH CHARLESTON). Case management / support coordination
A Special Touch In-Home Care (304-744-5085, SOUTH CHARLESTON). In-home support
Advantage (304-346-8829, CHARLESTON). Behavioral health agency
Amedisys Home Health Of West Virginia (304-343-2047, CHARLESTON)
Centerwell Home Health (304-346-9667, SOUTH CHARLESTON)
Home Health Of West Virginia (304-400-4020, CHARLESTON)
Lots Of Hearts Homecare, Llc (681-265-3874, CHARLESTON)
City Of Dunbar (304-766-0218, DUNBAR). Medical & accessible transport
Glenmark Associates, Inc (304-984-0046, SISSONVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Global Healthcare Services, Llc (681-252-5551, CHARLESTON). Medical & accessible transport
Gold Medical Transport (304-741-0051, CHARLESTON). Medical & accessible transport
Assaley Place Apartments (304-751-6669, Charleston)

Statewide programs serving Kanawha County

These serve every county in West Virginia, including Kanawha County.

Center for Excellence in Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights of West Virginia (800-950-5250). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council ((304) 558-0416). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
West Virginia Assistive Technology Systems ((304) 293-4692). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
West Virginia Parent Training and Information ((304) 997-9357). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in West Virginia

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