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

Is help available in Spanish in Roane County?

Yes. This Roane 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 Roane 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 Roane County, West Virginia

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

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

The Arc of West Virginia. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Westbrook Health Services — Roane County Office (304-927-5200 x317, Spencer)
Roane County Family Health Care (304-927-2241, Spencer)
Barsh Enterprises (304-531-8072, SPENCER). Hearing & speech services
Vocational Services, Inc. (304-545-1483, AMMA). Day program / habilitation
Westbrook Health Services (304-927-5200, SPENCER). Residential care (I/DD)
Roane County Committee On Aging, Inc. (304-927-1997, SPENCER). Medical & accessible transport
Life Guard Inc. (304-927-6090, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies
Staats Pharmacy And Health Care Inc (304-927-2980, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies
Step Into Comfort Llc (304-462-2304, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies
Wal-Mart Stores East Lp (304-927-6931, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Roane County

These serve every county in West Virginia, including Roane 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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