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Monday 8am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm Thursday 8am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 4:30pm

MHDS Inc.

MHDS serves adults with a primary diagnosis of intellectual disabilities in West Tennessee. MHDS Inc.

is a private, non-profit agency serving 250+ clients from throughout West Tennessee with a staff of over 400. Service recipient ages range from 22-80’s and each person’s care is individually designed to allow for optimum independence, self-reliance and dignity. Programs provided via the TN Department of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) waiver include Community Integration services located in Jackson, Brownsville, Bolivar & Selmer which train and coach participants in basic social, self-help and adaptive skills allowing them to better integrate in community, residential, social or work environments. Through the Supported Employment Program, MHDS assists persons to secure and retain employment at area businesses by maintaining regular interactions, monitoring their work performance and providing support to help them improve and keep their jobs. MHDS helps Supported Living clients to secure their own homes or apartments suitable to their needs with modifications necessary for health and welfare. Staff assists with daily living activities including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and personal finances, going to medical appointments or to the grocery to the extent required by each individual. The Family Support Program is designed to assist individuals with disabilities who are not receiving waiver services and their families to remain together in their homes and communities. This program helps families purchase services, supplies and equipment. Services provided are flexible and responsive to families and their needs. We are also an Employment & Community First (ECF) Choices provider through TennCare which targets ages 16+ to develop community engagement and independence. Participants learn to integrate into their community while working or developing skills needed to secure employment. The PLACE is a behavioral health program offering small group and individual therapies. MHDS plans to stay on the cutting edge of service delivery for those we serve and is proud to be a part of the network of services which make West Tennessee a great place to live and work.

12/20/2025

Chris from Selmer enjoyed celebrating his big day with his roommates yesterday! Please send him a Happy Birthday too!

12/19/2025

Our Board of Directors and Executive Team enjoyed dinner and entertainment by participants in our Music Therapy program to celebrate CEO, Bill Brewer, who retires soon and the Christmas season!

12/17/2025

12/12/2025

Jennifer from Jackson shared how Flexible Residential Supports are providing her the life she always wished for! If you know someone wishing to achieve greater independence, please let us help them find their way with the latest advances in Supported Living! You can see the full edition of the Breaking Ground Newsletter featuring Housing athttps://emma-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/5lmgb/56252b50f54cdc4850d06fa1514c0358/Breaking_Ground_Fall_123_ADA.pdf

12/10/2025

Janice from Jackson was blessed with 87 wonderful years yesterday! She enjoys every day and always wants to look her best! Please give Janice your heartfelt wishes for a Happy Birthday!

12/08/2025

Multiple homes in Selmer shared a Thanksgiving meal and fellowship together. Thanks to all the helping hands and hearts that made this possible!

12/05/2025

Arthur of Jackson is enjoying lunch with his roommates to celebrate his big day! Please wish him a Happy Birthday!

12/04/2025

Today, it's hard to believe that recently we were in shorts enjoying Fall! Bolivar's event was great fun for everyone!

12/01/2025

Proud of Jennifer and her determination to pursue all available avenues of independence including driving. You'll see her featured in several program capacities because she is quickly becoming a successful reference point for utilizing available technologies that further her desire of self-reliance. Keep living life on your own terms, Jennifer! We are happy to help!

11/28/2025

Games at the Thanksgiving Lunch were fun and competitive! Enjoy seeing for yourself!

11/27/2025

There is much to be grateful for when we're all together! Everyone enjoyed great food and fellowship at the agency Thanksgiving Lunch! We hope you are sharing the same with those most important to you! Happy Thanksgiving!

Address

27 Conrad Drive
Jackson, TN
38305

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17316640855

Website

http://mhds.org/

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MHDS LEGACY OF SERVICE

MHDS, Inc. (Previously known as Madison Haywood Developmental Services) was organized in 1972 in Jackson by a group of parents whose children had intellectual disabilities. Their purpose was to provide meaningful and enjoyable activities which fostered their independence. Originally called the Adult Day Activity Center, programs were offered out of a home in mid-town Jackson through volunteers and a small paid staff. In 1977, the center broke ground on its current Jackson location at 38 Garland Drive. The enlarged facility allowed for additional persons to be served and expanded the scope of programs they could engage in. In 1985, the Jackson facility combined forces with the Ben-Rich Center in Brownsville. The agency name was changed to Madison Haywood Developmental Services to reflect the broadened service area. The Hardeman County Developmental Center in Bolivar came under the agency umbrella in 2004. MHDS has only had 2 Executive Directors. Charles R. “Bob” Ellis directed the agency from its formation in 1972 through his retirement in 2006. William D. “Bill” Brewer, Jr., who had been the Assistant Director since 1977, took over as the Executive Director in 2006. Today MHDS Inc. is a private, non-profit agency serving 220 clients from throughout West Tennessee with a staff of over 400. Service recipient ages range from 22-80’s and each person’s care is individually designed to allow for optimum independence, self-reliance and dignity. Programs provided via the TN Department of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) waiver include Day Centers and Community Integration services located in Jackson, Brownsville & Bolivar which train and coach participants in basic social, self-help and adaptive skills allowing them to better integrate in community, residential, social or work environments. Through the Supported Employment Program, MHDS assists persons to secure and retain employment at area businesses by maintaining regular interactions, monitoring their work performance and providing support to help them improve and keep their jobs. MHDS helps Supported Living clients to secure their own homes or apartments suitable to their needs with modifications necessary for health and welfare. Staff assists with daily living activities including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and personal finances, going to medical appointments or to the grocery to the extent required by each individual. Personal Assistance provides many of the same services in a home the individual shares with family. The Family Support Program is designed to assist individuals with disabilities who are not receiving waiver services and their families to remain together in their homes and communities. This program helps families purchase services, supplies and equipment. Services provided are flexible and responsive to families and their needs. We are also an Employment & Community First (ECF) Choices provider through TennCare which targets ages 16+ to develop community engagement and independence. Participants learn to integrate into their community while working or developing skills needed to secure employment. MHDS plans to stay on the cutting edge of service delivery for those we serve and is proud to be a part of the network of services which make West Tennessee a great place to live and work.