Who do I call first for disability services in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz County.

Is help available in Spanish in Santa Cruz County?

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

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

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

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

The Arc of Arizona. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Arizonas Children Association (520-377-0843, Nogales)
Community Health Associates — Nogales (520-394-7400, Nogales)
Intermountain Health Centers Inc (520-281-0678, Nogales)
Nogales — HOPE Inc (520-287-9612, Nogales)
Mariposa Community Health Center (520-761-2128, Nogales)
Mariposa Community Health Center Admin Campus (520-761-2128, Nogales)
Mariposa Community Health Center Administration (520-761-2128, Nogales)
Mariposa Community Health Center Inc. - Administration Site (520-761-2128, Nogales)
Community Intervention Associates (520-394-7400, NOGALES). Behavioral health agency
Community Medical Services Arizona-Private, Llc (520-924-8900, NOGALES). Behavioral health agency
Construyendo Circulos De Paz, Inc. (520-281-0579, NOGALES). Behavioral health agency
Easter Seals Blake Foundation (520-327-1529, NOGALES). Behavioral health agency
Dependable Home Health, Inc. (520-761-3211, NOGALES)
Southern Arizona Transportation Services, Llc (520-474-5177, RIO RICO). Medical & accessible transport
Casitas De Santa Cruz (520-287-9133, Nogales)
1915 Dental Pllc (520-398-8408, TUBAC). Medical equipment & supplies
Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Pc (602-955-1000, NOGALES). Medical equipment & supplies
Dependable Medical Equipment, Inc (520-751-1929, NOGALES). Medical equipment & supplies
Walgreen Co (520-281-4398, NOGALES). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Santa Cruz County

These serve every county in Arizona, including Santa Cruz 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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