Who do I call first for disability services in Alameda County, California?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Alameda County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Alameda 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 Alameda County, California

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Alameda County, California. 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 Alameda 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 Alameda County

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

Community Resources for Independent Living - Livermore ((925) 371-1531, Livermore)
Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) - Hayward ((510) 881-5743, Hayward)
The Center for Independent Living (Berkeley) ((510) 841-4776, Berkeley)
The Center for Independent Living (Oakland) ((510) 841-4776, Oakland)
Project SEARCH — Claremont Resort and Club (Berkeley). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — County of Alameda (Oakland). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Dublin (Kaleidoscope) (Dublin). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Dublin (Dublin). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of California. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Alameda Family Services (510-629-6300, Alameda)
Bay Area Community Services Inc — Woodroe Place (510-613-0330, Oakland)
Berkeley City Mental Health — Adult Services (510-981-5290, Berkeley)
Casa De La Vida (510-839-3769, Oakland)
ACHCH Bay Area Community Health Street Health Team Zone 1 Mobile Unit (510-770-8040, Fremont)
ACHCH Bay Area Community Health Street Health Zone 2 Mobile Unit (510-770-8040, Fremont)
ACHCH Cardea Health Eddie's Place Medical Respite (510-377-2872, Oakland)
ACHCH Lifelong Downtown Oakland Street Health Team Zone 9 Mobile Health Unit (510-210-5050, Oakland)
Adrian Institute (PIEDMONT)
African Diaspora Union (OAKLAND)
Al Hayy - Institute For Special Need Inc (TRACY)
Alameda County Special Education (Hayward)
A & M Family Home Care Agency Inc. (510-623-7584, SAN LEANDRO). In-home support
A Better Way, Inc. (510-433-8600, ALAMEDA). Behavioral health agency
A Caring Heart Home Health Inc. (209-900-7168, SAN LEANDRO). In-home support

Statewide programs serving Alameda County

These serve every county in California, including Alameda County.

Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, UC Davis MIND Institute. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
UCLA Tarjan Center. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
USC UCEDD at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights California (800-776-5746). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
State Council on Developmental Disabilities ((916) 322-8481). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Ability Tools ((800) 390-2699). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse

Other counties in California

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