American Cancer Society
www.cancer.org
Phone: (800) 227-2345
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer. Their mission is to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
American Council of the Blind
www.acb.org
225 Reinekers Ln., Suite 660
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (800) 424-8666
ACB advocates for equality of people who are blind and visually impaired, inspires community, and connects you with education, resources, and each other to support your independence.
American Diabetes Association (ADS)
www.diabetes.org
320 Executive Ct., #104
Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (501) 221-7444 or
(800) 342-2383
American Diabetes Association offers services in prevention and management of diabetes. The center offers services in diagnosis of type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. It provides information about meals, nutrition, exercise schedules, treatment and care and medication for diabetic community. ADS also educates the diabetic about complications, such as eye problems, foot problems, skin infections, hearing loss, heart diseases, mental health and high blood pressure.
Monday-Friday 8:30am-8pm ET
American Kidney Fund
www.kidneyfund.org
Phone: (866) 300-2900
Our mission is to help people fight kidney disease and live healthier lives. We fulfill that mission by providing a complete spectrum of programs and services: prevention activities, top-rated health educational resources, direct financial assistance enabling 1 in 5 U.S. kidney patients to access lifesaving medical care, including dialysis and transplantation.
American Lung Association of Arkansas
www.lung.org
Phone: (800) 880-5684
The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, through research, education and advocacy. Our work is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer, to improve the air we breathe, to reduce the burden of lung disease on individuals and their families and to eliminate tobacco use and tobacco-related diseases.
American Parkinson Disease Association
www.apdaparkinson.org
Phone: (800) 223-2732
Founded in 1961 with the dual purpose to "Ease the Burden - Find the Cure” for Parkinson's disease.
Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH)
www.archildrens.org
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
Phone: (501) 475-1078
Children are at the center of everything we do. Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH) is the only hospital system in the state solely dedicated to caring for children, which allows our organization to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. ACH is a pediatric hospital with a Level 1 Trauma Center, that's located in Little Rock, AR. It is among the largest pediatric hospitals in the United States and serves children from birth to age 21. ACH is affiliated with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and is a teaching hospital with the UAMS college of Medicine's Department of Pediatrics. Open 24/7
Arkansas Hospice
www.arkansashospice.org
508 Ouachita Ave.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 318-9992 or
(877) 713-2348
We provide comprehensive care designed with the patient’s comfort and individual needs in mind. The physical, emotional and spiritual support provided is determined by the patient’s wishes and the family’s unique needs. Arkansas Hospice was one of the first providers of hospice care services in the state and is now the largest in Arkansas. We are proud to be a leader in providing comfort care to patients and their families across our 43-county service area. Open 24/7.
Arkansas Medicaid
(800) 482-8988 - Customer Service, Arkansas Medicaid eligibility, lost or non-receipt of Medicaid cards, county DHS problems
(800) 482-5431 - Arkansas Medicaid Information Line coverage, bills, beneficiary denial letters, or other services
(800) 457-4454 - Arkansas Medicaid Providers
(800) 482-5850, ext. 28301 - Out of State Calls
(800) 285-1131 - Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD)
(888) 987-1200 - Arkansas Non-Emergency Transportation Helpline, Arkansas Medicaid Complaint Hotline (For complaints about healthcare)
(800) 422-6641 - Arkansas Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Hotline
(888) 474-8275 - ARKids First
(800) 275-1131 - Connect Care
(800) 582-4887 - Arkansas Nursing Home Abuse Hotline
Arkansas Poison Control and Drug Information Center (APCDIC)
www.arpoisoncenter.org
4301 West Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (800) 222-1222
The APDIC wants people to call the poison hotline for the latest up to date clinical information regarding any poison exposure or drug interaction question rather than going online and getting information that may or may not be accurate or relevant. In some cases, the information that you get online may actually be harmful to you or your loved one. The Poison Specialists who answer the phone is either a medical doctor, pharmacist or a registered nurse.
Arkansas Spinal Cord Commission
www.spinalcord.ar.gov
5800 West 10th St., Suite 108
Little Rock, AR 72204
Phone: (501) 296-1788 or
(800) 459-1517
The Arkansas Spinal Cord Commission will administer a statewide program to identify and meet the unique and lifelong needs of people with spinal cord disabilities in Arkansas.
ARkids First
(DHS Office)
www.spinalcord.ar.gov
115 Stover Lane
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501) 321-2583 or
Spanish: (800) 782-8988
ARKids First is a health insurance program that provides coverage for more than 70,000 children across the state. It covers well-child checkups, eye-exams, dental checkups and more. It's insurance that is growing healthy kids in Arkansas and it might be the answer for health coverage for your children.
Cooperative Christian Ministries and Clinic (CCMC)
www.ccmchs.org
133 Arbor St.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 318-1153
Cooperative Christian Ministries and Clinic has Advocates that work with individuals who need assistance to access needed resources and services. Coordination and collaboration of services among agencies is the goal to meet the needs of the person being served. Advocates work to address issues of health care, spiritual needs, mental health services, housing navigation, food insecurity, shelter, transportation, education, budgeting, childcare, etc. Advocates see individuals by appointment only. Monday-Thursday 9:00am - 3:00pm
Medicare Telephone Hotline
www.MyMedicare.gov
Phone: (800) 633-4227
TTY: (877) 486-2048
For specific billing questions and questions about your claims, medical records, or expenses.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
www.cancer.gov/
Phone: (800) 422-6237
NCI is the federal government's principal agency for cancer research and training. NCI leads, conducts, and supports cancer research across the nation to advance scientific knowledge and help all people live longer, healthier lives.
DENTAL
Cooperative Christian Ministries and Clinic (CCMC)
www.ccmchs.org
133 Arbor St.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 318-1153
Cooperative Christian Ministries and Clinic has Advocates that work with individuals who need assistance to access needed resources and services. Coordination and collaboration of services among agencies is the goal to meet the needs of the person being served. Advocates work to address issues of health care, spiritual needs, mental health services, housing navigation, food insecurity, shelter, transportation, education, budgeting, childcare, etc. Advocates see individuals by appointment only. Monday-Thursday 9:00am - 3:00pm
CHI St. Vincent Community Care
www.ccmchs.org
2500 E. 6th St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
Phone: (501) 552-4710
Reasonably priced, discount dental care. Provides health care to low- and moderate-income patients. The clinic offers a sliding fee scale where services are based on an individual's ability to pay. Must bring photo ID and proof of income. Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm and Friday 8:00am-12:00pm
FACES Foundation
www.fixfaces.org
208 McAuley Ct.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 262-5272
The FACES Foundation is an organization provides qualified individuals with needed services involving facial deformities, birth defects, and reconstruction while promoting safe and healthy living and giving back to the community.
Healthy Connections
www.healthy-connections.org
3604 Central Ave., Suite D
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (888) 710-8220
Provides medical, dental and social services to residents of all ages regardless of ability to pay. Offers discounted services for uninsured or under-insured persons, sliding fee scale for those who qualify and low cost or no cost preventative care. Will assist clients in signing up for healthcare insurance. Services offered for all ages: Pediatric Services, Adult Medicine, Discount Medication, Preventative Health Screenings, Full-Service Lab, X-Rays and Behavioral Health Services.
UAMS Dental Hygiene
www.uamshealth.com/medicalservices/dentalhygiene/
Phone: (501) 686-5733
The Dental Hygiene Clinic at UAMS not only offers you an inexpensive way to get a routine dental visit but it also provides dental hygiene to students with practical experience. Provides many of the basic services that any other dental clinic would offer. Those services include: Examination, Cleaning, X-Rays, Pit and Fissure Sealant and Whitening. Does not provide restorative services (fillings, crowns, etc.) or tooth extractions.
EYE-CARE
American Council of the Blind
www.acb.org
225 Reinekers Ln., Suite 660
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (800) 424-8666
ACB advocates for equality of people who are blind and visually impaired, inspires community, and connects you with education, resources, and each other to support your independence.
Arkansas Workforce Connections
www.dws.arkansas.gov
1 Commerce Way, Ste 604
Little Rock, AR 72202
Phone: (844) 908-2178
Arkansas Workforce Connections sits at the center of the state’s workforce development efforts. The agency’s mission is to provide support and guidance to help individuals succeed in their careers while offering companies incentives to maintain a skilled and technically trained workforce, meeting industry demands now and in the future. Arkansas Workforce Connections is a division of the Arkansas Department of Commerce.
Division of Services for the Blind
www.dws.arkansas.gov/services-for-the-blind
400 Edison Ave.
Benton, AR 72015
Phone: (501) 722-0135
Evaluation, counseling, referral, restoration, vocational training, orientation, mobility, and job placement at no charge.
South Hot Springs Lions Club
310 Anderson Street
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501) 767-2855 or
(501) 622-7950
Lions meet the needs of the local communities and the world every day because they share a core belief- "to serve their community". Lions are focused on supporting sight, hunger, the environment, childhood cancer and our new global cause, diabetes, to help address some of the biggest challenges facing humanity.
FACES Foundation
www.fixfaces.org
208 McAuley Ct.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 262-5272
The FACES Foundation is an organization provides qualified individuals with needed services involving facial deformities, birth defects, and reconstruction while promoting safe and healthy living and giving back to the community.
HEARING
Captioned Films for the Deaf
www.dcmp.org
Voice: (864) 585-1778 or (800) 237-6213
TTY: (864) 585-2617 or (800) 237-6819
Arkansas Workforce Connections
www.dws.arkansas.gov
1 Commerce Way, Ste 604
Little Rock, AR 72202
Phone: (844) 908-2178
Arkansas Workforce Connections sits at the center of the state’s workforce development efforts. The agency’s mission is to provide support and guidance to help individuals succeed in their careers while offering companies incentives to maintain a skilled and technically trained workforce, meeting industry demands now and in the future. Arkansas Workforce Connections is a division of the Arkansas Department of Commerce.
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services (ARS)
www.dws.arkansas.gov/ar-rehabilitation-services
201 Market St., Suite 200
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 623-4479
Counseling, evaluation, job placement, vocational training, physical and mental restoration, independent living, supported employment and transition services for people with disabilities. Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Telecommunications Relay Service - Arkansas
TRS Provider - Sprint Relay
711 or (800) 285-1131 (TTY)
(800) 285-1121 (Voice)
(866) 656-8260 (VCO)
(800) 285-1131(HCO)
(866) 656-2966 (Speech-to-Speech)
(866) 656-1842 (Spanish)
(900) 230-3131 (900 Number calls)
(800) 855-4000 (TTY Operator Assistance)
DISABILITIES
Abilities Unlimited Inc.
530 Mt. Pine Rd.
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501) 767-8400
Abilities Unlimited of Hot Springs, AR, Inc. provides service opportunities related to employment and life skills to disabled adults and students. For adults with a developmental disability, independent living skills and pre-vocational opportunities are provided through the ADDT Medicaid day program or training of employment skills through the Work Training Center (WTC, non-Medicaid) also in a day program. In partnership with many school districts, students with a 504 plan or an IEP are offered transition services through the Pathways 2 Employment (P2E) program to prepare/equip them for competitive employment upon graduation. Adults who have SSI can find employment assistance through the Ticket to Work (TTW) program and others who qualify for Supported Employment through ARS may seek employment support to assist them in seeking/finding/getting/keeping a job. Licenses/special certificates are held by DDS, ARS, SSA, DOL and others. Monday thru Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
Alzheimer's Arkansas
www.alzark.org
201 Markham Center Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (800) 689-6090
Caregiver line: (501) 913-1878 (24/7)
Counseling and support, education, elder abuse programs and services for all Alzheimer's or related dementia patients, their caregivers, families and friends. Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
Area Agency on Aging of West Central Arkansas
www.seniorspecialists.org
905 W. Grand Ave.
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501) 321-2811 or
(800) 467-2170
Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) are local aging programs that provide information and services on a range of assistance for older adults and those who care for them. By contacting your local agency, you get access to critical information including Mobility Assistance Programs, Meal Plans, and Housing, Assistance in Gaining Access to Services, Individual Counseling, Support Groups, Caregiver Training, Respite Care, and Supplemental Services on a limited basis. Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Arkansas Promise
www.promisear.org
322 Main St., Suite 501
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (855) 649-0022
Arkansas PROMISE is part of a new program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to help youth (14-16) who are receiving disability benefits and their families improve their educational and employment outcomes.
Arkansas Workforce Connections
www.dws.arkansas.gov
1 Commerce Way, Ste 604
Little Rock, AR 72202
Phone: (844) 908-2178
Arkansas Workforce Connections sits at the center of the state’s workforce development efforts. The agency’s mission is to provide support and guidance to help individuals succeed in their careers while offering companies incentives to maintain a skilled and technically trained workforce, meeting industry demands now and in the future. Arkansas Workforce Connections is a division of the Arkansas Department of Commerce.
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services (ARS)
www.dws.arkansas.gov/ar-rehabilitation-services
201 Market St., Suite 200
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 623-4479
Counseling, evaluation, job placement, vocational training, physical and mental restoration, independent living, supported employment and transition services for people with disabilities. Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Division of Services for the Blind
www.dws.arkansas.gov/services-for-the-blind
400 Edison Ave.
Benton, AR 72015
Phone: (501) 722-0135
Evaluation, counseling, referral, restoration, vocational training, orientation, mobility, and job placement at no charge.
Arkansas Spinal Cord Commission
www.healthy.arkansas.gov/.../arkansas-spinal-cord-commission
5800 W. 10th St., Suite 108
Little Rock, AR 72204
Phone: (501) 296-1788
or (800) 459-1517
The goal is to assist Arkansans with spinal cord disabilities in living as independently as they choose, and to identify and meet the unique and lifelong needs of people with spinal cord disabilities in Arkansas.
Assisted Living
www.assistedliving.org/arkansas/hot-springs
Phone: (888) 307-1103
Assisted Living is a community organization that prioritizes helping those who are disabled and the elderly fully enjoy their healthy years and age gracefully. Our organization creates and publishes comprehensive, unbiased, free web-based resources.
Camp Aldersgate
www.campaldersgate.net
2000 Aldersgate Rd.
Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (501) 225-1444
Camp Aldersgate Summer Camps serve children with medical, physical and developmental needs. Camp offers traditional summer activities such as campfires and singing, canoeing, fishing, arts and crafts, swimming and nature hikes. Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Camp Alex
www.alexblackwood.com/camp-alex
200 River Market Ave., Suite 100
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 920-8110
or (501) 920-81110
Sponsored by Alex Blackwood Foundation for Hope. Camp Alex will provide a fun filled, healing environment for children and teens whose lives have been affected by suicide. Our camp will provide a unique opportunity to connect with other survivors and develop lasting friendships while learning valuable coping skills to use in their everyday lives back home.
Camp Sunshine
www.archildrens.org/burn-program
Contact: Burnoutreach@archildrens.org
Camp Sunshine was founded in 1991 as an attempt to promote physical and emotional healing, growth and development of burned children. Children who sustain burn injury have needs which are best met by other burn survivors. Camp Sunshine gives survivors, both adult and pediatric across the state of Arkansas an opportunity to establish lasting friendships, experience personal growth and develop lifelong memories. Camp Sunshine assists in the transformation of Burn Victim to "Burn Survivor." To attend camp, certain criteria must be met and is provided free of charge to the camper – all counselors and volunteers attend on a volunteer basis. Camp Sunshine takes place every year on the 3rd weekend in August, commencing the Thursday and runs for 4 days.
Developmental Disabilities Provider Association (DDPA)
www.ddpaarkansas.org
1401 Capitol Ave., Suite 163
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 900-7655
Provides programs serving people with developmental disabilities. We strive to increase the options for individuals and families.
Arkansas Department of Human Services
Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS)
www.humanservices.arkansas.gov/.../developmental-disabilities-services
115 Stover Ln.
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501) 321-2583
Statewide system of home and community social work services to mentally delayed and other developmentally disabled individuals and their families. Referrals, Residential Programs, Day Programs, Sheltered Workshops, Respite Care and Special Needs.
Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA)
www.disabilityrightsar.org
400 W. Capitol Ave., Suite 1500
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 296-1775
or (800) 482-1174
Since 1977, DRA has been the designated protection and advocacy organization for people with disabilities in Arkansas. We are not a department or agency of any state, local, or federal government. DRA is an independent, private, nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for and protecting the rights of people with disabilities.
First Step, Inc.
www.firststeparkansas.com
407 Carson St.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 624-6468
Developmental Therapy/Day Treatment Services to children birth to age five who meet the Division of Developmental Services (DDS) eligibility criteria. Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
www.gcdd.arkansas.gov
1515 W. 7th St., Suite 320-330
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 682-2897
The Council’s purpose is to connect people with developmental disabilities to the resources and programs they need to be independent, be productive and be integrated and included in all parts of community life.
Healthy Connections
www.healthy-connections.org
3604 Central Ave., Suite D
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (888) 710-8220
Provides medical, dental and social services to residents of all ages regardless of ability to pay. Offers discounted services for uninsured or under-insured persons, sliding fee scale for those who qualify and low cost or no cost preventative care. Will assist clients in signing up for healthcare insurance. Services offered for all ages: Pediatric Services, Adult Medicine, Discount Medication, Preventative Health Screenings, Full-Service Lab, X-Rays and Behavioral Health Services.
LendEDU (Guide to Paying for College
for People with Disabilities)
www.lendedu.com/blog/paying-for-college-for-people-with-disabilities
Getting a college degree is hard enough but it presents a different set of challenges for people who have disabilities. If you have a disability, this guide can help you determine how to get financial aid and access to scholarships meant for people with disabilities. In this guide, you can learn also how to apply for Federal Student Aids, Types of Federal Student Aids, Support for students with disabilities, and Scholarships.
Millcreek Behavioral Health
www.millcreekbehavioralhealth.com
1828 Industrial Dr.
Fordyce, AR 71742
Phone: (888) 338-1583
Provider of specially designed mental health care services for children and adolescents. We are a progressive organization with a unique emphasis on excellence in education and treatment. Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
National Down Syndrome Society
www.ndss.org
115 15th St. NW, Suite 540
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (800) 221-4602
The leading national resource of support and information for anyone touched by or seeking to learn about Down Syndrome from the moment of a prenatal diagnosis through adulthood. Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
National Easter Seal Society
www.easterseals.com
141 W Jackson Blvd., Suite 1400A
Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: (800) 221-6827
Provides services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities can live, learn, work, and play in our communities.
Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness (OBHAW)
www.obhaw.org
125 Wellness Way
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501) 624-7111 or
(800) 264-2410
Our goal is to assist everyone in our community reach optimum mental health, to live their best lift. CCC's licensed professionals and psychiatrist can help you and your family using: individual and group counseling, marriage and family counseling, psychological, personality, intellectual evaluations, psychiatric treatment and medication management for children and adults. Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
P.A.T.H.
(Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness)
www.obhaw.org
125 Wellness Way
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501) 624-7111
(ask to speak with a member of the PATH team)
Program is provided to support individuals with serious mental illnesses, as well as individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders, who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Housing, Diagnostic Screening and Therapeutic Treatment for serious mental illness, Case Management Services, Job Training, Educational Opportunities, Referral for Substance Abuse and Primary Healthcare.
Walk-in clinic: Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
Spa Area Independent Living (SAILS)
225 Hazel St.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 624-7710
Provides linking to appropriate community services. Training and assistance in a variety of life skills areas including but not limited to Computer Training, Personal Management, Budget/Money Management, and Job Readiness. Training and assistance in knowing and pursuing your rights as an individual with a disability. An opportunity to interact with others who share similar experiences. Providing opportunities to experience a variety of recreational activities. Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm
Small Group Therapy
www.smallgrouptherapy.com
311 Whittington Ave.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 547-3536
A licensed behavioral healthcare clinic that provides housing, outpatient therapy, intervention, a psycho-social rehabilitation program and community integration assistance for severely mentally ill adults.
Support for Students with Down Syndrome
www.affordablecollegesonline.org/...
The Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis (DSAGSL) strongly believes that creative collaboration between all team members is the best strategy for success. Each child possesses a unique potential and when parents, teachers, assistants, specialists, school administrators, bus drivers, etc. all work in the best interest of the child, your student will have a productive year. We offer a Down Syndrome Specialist Training Program for the team of general education and special staff.
