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

Is help available in Spanish in Shasta County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Action Center (DAC) - Redding Satellite Location ((530) 242-8550, Redding)
The Arc of California. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Shasta County
Crestwood Behavioral Health Inc — Crestwood Wellness and Recovery Center (530-221-0976, Redding)
Dunamis Wellness (530-338-0087, Redding)
Northern Valley Catholic Social Servs (530-247-3375, Redding)
Shasta County Mental Health (530-225-5900, Redding)
Anderson Family Health Center (530-378-0486, Anderson)
Burney Alternative Health Center (530-999-9030, Burney)
Burney Dental Center (530-999-9031, Burney)
Burney Health Center (530-999-9030, Burney)
Mt. Burney Special Education Center (Burney)
Paideia Learning (REDDING)
Shasta County Special Education (Redding)
Advanced Counseling Inc (530-605-1361, REDDING). Children's mental-health clinic
Anka Behavioral Health Incorporated (530-768-8163, REDDING). Behavioral health agency
Best Behavior, Llc (530-232-0845, REDDING). Behavioral health agency
Better Choices Inc. (530-222-1826, REDDING). Case management / support coordination
Accentcare Home Health Of California, Inc (530-824-1799, REDDING)
Assured Home Health (530-342-7248, REDDING)
Interim Healthcare (530-221-1212, REDDING)
Medical Home Care Professionals (530-226-5577, REDDING)
Am:Pm Transportation Llc (530-351-2305, REDDING). Medical & accessible transport
Angelas Transportation (916-870-6153, REDDING). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Shasta County

These serve every county in California, including Shasta 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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