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

Is help available in Spanish in Merced County?

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

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

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

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

Resources for Independence, Central Valley - Merced ((209) 383-1683, Merced)
The Arc of California. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Aspiranet — Merced (209-726-3090 x5206, Merced)
Behavioral Health and Recovery Service — Livingston Clinic (209-394-4032, Livingston)
California Psychiatric Transitions (209-667-9304 x101, Delhi)
Camarena Health - Los Banos (559-664-4000, Los Banos)
Castle family Health center @ Castle (209-381-2000, Atwater)
Castle family Health center @Bloss (209-358-8425, Atwater)
Castle Family Health Center at Winton (209-357-7755, Winton)
Floyd A. Schelby (Livingston)
Game Changers Ai (ATWATER)
Limitless Lanes (MERCED)
Merced County Special Education (Merced)
A. Lujan Recovery Programs Inc. (888-788-0883, LOS BANOS). Substance-use treatment
Aegis Treatment Centers, Llc (818-206-0360, MERCED). Behavioral health agency
Amie Marchini Gerontologist, Inc. (209-384-3300, MERCED). In-home support
Angels On Duty Senior Care Llc (209-827-2708, LOS BANOS). In-home support
Altruity Home Health And Hospice (209-783-9200, ATWATER)
Mercy Home Care (209-564-4320, MERCED)
4 U Non Emergency Medical Transportation Llc (559-375-6728, LIVINGSTON). Medical & accessible transport
A Plus Care Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Llc (209-635-5459, ATWATER). Medical & accessible transport
Active Transport Medical Services, Llc (916-320-6606, MERCED). Medical & accessible transport
Acts Mobile (209-489-7408, ATWATER). Medical & accessible transport
Serene Health Ipa Medical Corporation (844-737-3638, MERCED). Home-delivered meals

Statewide programs serving Merced County

These serve every county in California, including Merced 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

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