Who do I call first for disability services in San Francisco 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 San Francisco County.

Is help available in Spanish in San Francisco County?

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

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

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

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

Independent Living Resource Center San Francisco (ILRCSF) ((415) 543-6222, San Francisco)
Project SEARCH — California Academy of Sciences (San Francisco). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Kaiser Permanente San Francisco (San Francisco). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of California. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Access Institute for — Psychological Services (415-861-5449, San Francisco)
African American Alternatives (415-490-2700, San Francisco)
Baker Places Inc — Baker Street House (415-567-1498, San Francisco)
Comprehensive Psychiatric Services (415-928-1221, San Francisco)
A Woman'S Place (415-255-3525, San Francisco)
Adult Medicine Clinics (415-206-8494, San Francisco)
API Wellness at San Francisco LGBT Center (415-292-3400 x750, San Francisco)
Asian and Pacific Islander Wellness Center (415-292-3400, San Francisco)
Community Alliance For Special Education (SAN FRANCISCO)
Edgewood Center For Children & Families (SAN FRANCISCO)
Education Francaise Bay Area - French Education In The Bay Area (SAN FRANCISCO)
Institute For Man And Nature (SAN FRANCISCO)
360h, Inc (929-593-8138, SAN FRANCISCO). Case management / support coordination
A Better Way, Inc. (415-715-1050, SAN FRANCISCO). Behavioral health agency
A Woman'S Place Drop-In Center (415-420-1420, SAN FRANCISCO). Behavioral health agency
Adapt Substance Abuse (415-750-5125, SAN FRANCISCO). Behavioral health agency
Crossroads Home Health & Hospice (415-682-2111, SAN FRANCISCO)
Health At Home (415-759-4700, SAN FRANCISCO)
Health Link Home Health Agency (415-664-5500, SAN FRANCISCO)
Kaiser Foundation Hosp Home Health - San Francisco (415-833-2770, SAN FRANCISCO)

Statewide programs serving San Francisco County

These serve every county in California, including San Francisco 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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