Who do I call first for disability services in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County.

Is help available in Spanish in Santa Clara County?

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

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

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

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

Silicon Valley Independent Living Center - South Country Branch Office ((408) 843-9100, Gilroy)
Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) ((408) 894-9041, San Jose)
San Jose (San Jose). 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
NAMI Santa Clara County
Alum Rock Counseling Center Inc (408-294-0500, San Jose)
Asian Americans for Community — Involvement Inc (AACI) (408-975-2730 x204, San Jose)
Bill Wilson Center — Transition Age Youth Services (408-243-0222, San Jose)
Community Solutions — La Casa Del Puente Treatment Center (408-842-7138, Morgan Hill)
1842 Bay Road (650-330-7400, East Palo Alto)
Aaci (408-975-2763, San Jose)
AACI Dental Clinic (408-975-2730, San Jose)
AACI Jackson Health Center (408-975-2763, San Jose)
Achieve Inc. (PALO ALTO)
Achievekids (PALO ALTO)
Athena Academy (PALO ALTO)
Barcbots Corporation (CUPERTINO)
360 Degree Customer Inc (408-406-7253, SAN JOSE). Early intervention (birth–3)
A Is For Apple (818-241-6780, SAN JOSE). Early intervention (birth–3)
A Zeeta Home Care Services (408-542-9002, SUNNYVALE). In-home support
A.G.E.S. Learning Solutions, Llc (866-375-2437, SAN JOSE). Early intervention (birth–3)
All Support At Home, Llc (408-971-1997, SAN JOSE)
Amedisys Home Health Care (408-370-3927, CAMPBELL)
Angelcare Home Health Services, Llc (646-361-9817, MILPITAS)

Statewide programs serving Santa Clara County

These serve every county in California, including Santa Clara 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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