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

Is help available in Spanish in Lake County?

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

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

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

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

Lakeport (Lakeport). 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
MCHC Health Centers — Lakeview Health Center (707-262-3228, Lakeport)
Lakeview Health Center (707-468-1010, Lakeport)
Clearlake Creativity (Clearlake)
Advocates For Independent Living (707-279-8822, KELSEYVILLE). Residential care (I/DD)
Better In Person Enterprises Llc (925-548-3918, NICE). Early intervention (birth–3)
Better In Person Inc (925-548-3918, NICE). In-home support
County Of Lake (707-274-9101, LUCERNE). Behavioral health agency
Adventist Health Home Care Services (707-994-0737, LOWER LAKE)
Sutter Care At Home (707-263-7400, LAKEPORT)
Advocate For Independent Living (707-263-5230, LAKEPORT). Medical & accessible transport
Cali Medical Transport Llc (707-281-6128, KELSEYVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Midnight Rides Llc (707-413-9652, LAKEPORT). Medical & accessible transport
Bevins Court (707-463-1975-EXTN.8, Lakeport)
Eskaton Clearlake Oaks ((707) 998-9355, Clearlake Oaks)
Highlands Senior Service Center, Inc (707-350-2898, CLEARLAKE). Home-delivered meals
Kno'Qoti Native Wellness, Inc. (707-900-2121, LAKEPORT). Home-delivered meals
Potential Way (916-613-0098, CLEARLAKE OAKS). Meal program
Alpha Respiratory Inc. (707-263-1476, LAKEPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Apria Healthcare Llc (707-262-7046, LAKEPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Longs Drug Stores California Llc (707-263-5644, LAKEPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Mendo-Lake Home Respiratory Services (707-263-9888, LAKEPORT). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lake County

These serve every county in California, including Lake 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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