Who do I call first for disability services in Jefferson County, Colorado?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Colorado vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Jefferson County.

Is help available in Spanish in Jefferson County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County, Colorado

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Jefferson County, Colorado. 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County

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

Explorers Adult Day Program (Lakewood). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Colorado. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
AspenRidge Recovery Lakewood (303-955-5599, Denver)
Devereux Advanced Behav Health — Devereux Cleo Wallace (800-456-2536, Broomfield)
Jefferson Center for Mental Health — North Wadsworth Office (303-425-0300, Arvada)
Jefferson Hills — Jefferson Hills Academy (303-989-4357, Denver)
John F. Kennedy High School (720-423-4355, Denver)
Renaissance Children's Center (303-237-6132, Lakewood)
STRIDE CHC - Mobile Health Care Unit (303-360-6276, Arvada)
STRIDE CHC - Wheat Ridge (303-761-1100, Wheat Ridge)
Developmental Disabilities Foundation (DENVER)
Devereux Cleo Wallace Center (WESTMINSTER)
Havern Center Inc (LITTLETON)
Havern School (LITTLETON)
1plus Home Care Llc (720-213-6318, WHEAT RIDGE). In-home support
1st Premier Home Care, Inc (720-291-4403, LITTLETON). In-home support
1st Voyager Home Care Of Denver Llc (612-280-2232, LAKEWOOD). In-home support
7395 W Eastman Place Operations Llc (303-730-8000, LAKEWOOD). Respite care
Acaria Inc (303-403-8888, LAKEWOOD)
Accelerated Home Healthcare Inc (720-322-0311, WHEAT RIDGE)
Adoration Home Health (720-440-9422, LAKEWOOD)
Colorado Vna Llc (303-698-6306, ARVADA)
Aamedical Transportation Llc (716-314-9492, LITTLETON). Medical & accessible transport
Admas Transport Llc (628-502-8065, DENVER). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Jefferson County

These serve every county in Colorado, including Jefferson County.

JFK Partners. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Justice (Colorado P&A) (800-288-1376). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council ((720) 941-0176). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Assistive Technology Program of Colorado ((303) 315-1283). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PEAK Parent Center (719-531-9400). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Colorado

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