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

Is help available in Spanish in Monterey County?

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

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

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

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

Central Coast Center for Independent Living (CCCIL) - Main Office ((831) 757-2968, Salinas)
The Arc of California. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Monterey County
Community Hospital of the Monterey — Peninsula (831-625-4775, Monterey)
Felton Institute — reMIND (831-424-5033, Salinas)
Kinship Center — A Member of Seneca Family of Agencies (831-455-9965, Salinas)
Monterey County Behavioral Health (831-755-4500, King City)
Alisal Health Center (831-796-8800, Salinas)
Alisal Integrated Health Center (831-796-8800, Salinas)
Bienestar (831-755-4353, Salinas)
Clinic Services Administration (831-796-1386, Salinas)
Chartwell School (SEASIDE)
Learning For Life Charter School (MARINA)
Millefolium (AROMAS)
Monterey County Special Education (Salinas)
5interim Inc (831-757-5545, SALINAS). Behavioral health agency
Access Care Management Llc (805-410-4880, SALINAS). Case management / support coordination
Alsana West Norcal Llc (310-738-3329, PACIFIC GROVE). Residential mental-health
Ambience Enterprises (678-457-1859, MONTEREY). In-home support
Adobe Home Health, Inc (831-424-1311, SALINAS)
Careone Home Health Llc (510-676-6611, MONTEREY)
Choice Home Health Care (831-657-1998, MONTEREY)
Inhome Healthcare Services (831-646-2046, MONTEREY)
American Medical Transportation (831-241-4964, SEASIDE). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Monterey County

These serve every county in California, including Monterey 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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