Who do I call first for disability services in Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa County.

Is help available in Spanish in Contra Costa County?

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

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

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa County

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

Independent Living Resources - Main Office ((925) 363-7293, Concord)
The Arc of California. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Contra Costa County
Center for Discovery — Danville (866-862-3631, Danville)
Central County Childrens Mental Hlth (925-646-5468, Concord)
Comprehensive Psychiatric Services (925-944-9711, Walnut Creek)
Contra Costa County Behavioral Health — Antioch Childrens Behav Health (925-608-8700, Antioch)
Antioch Health Center (925-608-8500, Antioch)
Bay Point Community Wellness Cen (925-427-8300, Bay Point)
Brentwood Health Center (925-513-6810, Brentwood)
Brighter Beginnings Family Health Center Antioch Downtown (510-236-6990, Antioch)
A Better Chance School/Cal Autism Foundation (RICHMOND)
Anova Center For Education (CONCORD)
Bay Valley Chinese School (DANVILLE)
CCCOE Special Education Programs (Antioch)
1st Gwinnett Home Care Llc (678-913-6977, ANTIOCH). In-home support
A Reason To Smile Home Care (707-209-6238, WALNUT CREEK). In-home support
A Step Above, Llc (925-481-2189, ANTIOCH). Adult day program
A Step Forward (925-685-9670, CONCORD). Behavioral health agency
Accentcare Home Health Of California, Inc (800-734-1604, SAN RAMON)
Ace Home Health Care & Hospice, Inc (925-933-9012, ORINDA)
Amavi Home Health And Hospice Care Services, Inc. (925-684-7979, BRENTWOOD)
American Rose Homehealth (650-504-1322, WALNUT CREEK)
A Reliable Care (510-882-3311, RODEO). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Contra Costa County

These serve every county in California, including Contra Costa 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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