Who do I call first for disability services in Maricopa County, Arizona?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Maricopa County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Maricopa 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 Maricopa County, Arizona

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Maricopa County, Arizona. 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 Maricopa 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 Maricopa County

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

Ability 360 ((602) 256-2245, Phoenix)
Project SEARCH — Banner Desert Medical Center (Mesa). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Banner Gateway Medical Center (Gilbert). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Luke Air Force Base (Glendale). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Mayo Clinic (Phoenix). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Southwest Human Development, Phoenix (main office) (Phoenix). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Arizona. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Valley of the Sun
2nd Chance Treatment Center (480-907-6818, Gilbert)
A New Leaf Inc — West Valley Family Care (623-934-1991, Glendale)
Ahwatukee Health Care (480-272-8450, Phoenix)
Arizona Mentor — Curry (602-200-9494, Chandler)
23rd Avenue Health Center (602-685-6000, Phoenix)
27th Avenue Health Clinic (602-685-6000, Phoenix)
51st Avenue Health Center (602-685-6000, Phoenix)
Adelante Healthcare (623-583-3001, Phoenix)
A Place 4 Everyone (MESA)
A Place 4 Everyone Learning Center (MESA)
Accel (PHOENIX)
Accel East Campus (TEMPE)
1 Stop (480-290-5688, MESA). Behavioral health agency
1.21 Gigawatts (480-695-4841, SCOTTSDALE). Substance-use treatment
101 Wall Support Services Llc (480-285-9426, MESA). Behavioral health agency
1203 Palloverde Llc (202-288-0422, CHANDLER). Adult day program

Statewide programs serving Maricopa County

These serve every county in Arizona, including Maricopa County.

Institute for Human Development (Arizona UCEDD). University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Arizona (800-927-2260). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council ((602) 542-8977). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Arizona Technology Access Program ((602) 728-9534). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Raising Special Kids ((602) 242-4366). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Arizona

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