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

Is help available in Spanish in San Luis Obispo County?

Yes. This San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo County, California

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

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

Access Central Coast - San Luis Obispo ((805) 462-1162, San Luis Obispo)
Independent Living Resource Center - San Luis Obispo ((805) 462-1162, San Luis Obispo)
The Arc of California. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo County Mental Health — South County Adult (805-474-2154, Arroyo Grande)
Chc - Templeton Women'S Health (805-542-6701, Templeton)
Community Health Centers - Arroyo Grande (805-929-3211, Arroyo Grande)
Community Health Centers - Del Mar (805-929-3211, Oceano)
Community Health Centers - Prado (805-929-3211, San Luis Obispo)
Peep - Prepare (San Luis Obispo)
San Luis County Special Education (San Luis Obispo)
5cities Homeless Coalition (805-574-1638, GROVER BEACH). Case management / support coordination
Aaron'S Boys Home (805-466-2580, ATASCADERO). Youth residential (behavioral)
Amdal In-Home Care Inc. (805-464-0108, ATASCADERO). In-home support
Anka Behavioral Health Inc. (805-619-3620, NIPOMO). Behavioral health agency
Aevum Home Health (805-586-3427, SAN LUIS OBISPO)
Centerwell Home Health (805-544-4402, SAN LUIS OBISPO)
Central Coast Home Health Inc (805-543-2244, SAN LUIS OBISPO)
Community Home Health, Inc. (805-602-2932, ARROYO GRANDE)
Amdal Transport Services (805-464-0108, ATASCADERO). Medical & accessible transport
Bls Non-Emergent Medical Transport (805-226-7308, PASO ROBLES). Medical & accessible transport
Central Coast Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Llc (805-364-0677, GROVER BEACH). Medical & accessible transport
Central Coast Non-Emergency Transportation Inc. (805-438-5088, SANTA MARGARITA). Medical & accessible transport
Judson Terrace Lodge (805-544-1600, San Luis Obispo)

Statewide programs serving San Luis Obispo County

These serve every county in California, including San Luis Obispo 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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