Who do I call first for disability services in Imperial 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 Imperial County.

Is help available in Spanish in Imperial County?

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

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

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

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

Access to Independence - Imperial Valley ((760) 768-2044, El Centro)
Adult Day Services | El Centro - Main (El Centro). 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
Imperial County Behavioral Health — Children Adolescents Outpatient Servs (442-265-1699, El Centro)
Innercare Brawley (760-344-6471, Brawley)
Innercare Brawley Dental (760-344-3583, Brawley)
Innercare Calexico (760-357-2020, Calexico)
Innercare El Centro (760-352-2257, El Centro)
Imperial County Special Education (El Centro)
Ahora Wellness Centers Llc (760-344-9000, BRAWLEY). Substance-use treatment
Alegria Adult Day Health Care (760-768-8419, CALEXICO). Adult day program
Alegria, Inc. (760-768-8419, CALEXICO). Adult day program
Anxiety Relief Services Corp (442-235-9103, EL CENTRO). Adult mental-health clinic
Accentcare Home Health Of California Inc (760-352-4022, EL CENTRO)
Healthpeak Home Health Inc (760-352-3108, EL CENTRO)
N Your Home Health Care (760-352-2102, EL CENTRO)
Trustedcare Home Health Of Imperial Valley (800-717-6531, EL CENTRO)
Apex Transportation Inc. (760-427-1780, CALEXICO). Medical & accessible transport
Arc Imperial Valley (760-352-0180, EL CENTRO). Medical & accessible transport
Bel-Mar Medical Transportation (760-562-2601, EL CENTRO). Medical & accessible transport
Caring Hearts Transportation And In Home Care (760-222-5155, EL CENTRO). Medical & accessible transport
Boatwright Homes (760-353-7344, El Centro)
Cedar Homes ((760) 353-7354, El Centro)
Imperial Senior ((949) 340-0437, Imperial)

Statewide programs serving Imperial County

These serve every county in California, including Imperial 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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