Who do I call first for disability services in La Plata 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 La Plata County.

Is help available in Spanish in La Plata County?

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

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

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

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

Southwest Center for Independence (SWCI) ((970) 259-1672, Durango)
New Adventures (Durango). 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
Axis Health System — Columbine Behavioral Healthcare (970-259-2162, Durango)
Durango Integrated Healthcare (970-335-2288, Durango)
Liberty School Inc (DURANGO)
The Liberty School (DURANGO)
Acf Enterprises, Llc (970-382-8181, DURANGO). Youth residential (behavioral)
Animas Aba Llc (970-238-1122, DURANGO). Early intervention (birth–3)
Axis Health System (970-335-2209, DURANGO). Adult mental-health clinic
Brightspot Services Llc (732-546-0345, DURANGO). Adult mental-health clinic
Home Health Mercy (970-764-3500, DURANGO)
Total Trans Llc (602-628-3211, DURANGO). Medical & accessible transport
Trek Medical Services, Llc (970-884-4067, BAYFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
Cedar View I (970-247-9620, Durango)
Cedar View Ii (970-259-7600, Durango)
Community Connections Inc (DURANGO)
Helping Hands Company (BAYFIELD)
Southwest Colorado Mental Health Center Inc (DURANGO)
The Arc Of Southwest Colorado Inc (DURANGO)
1918 Winter Street Operating Co Llc (970-382-2228, DURANGO). Medical equipment & supplies
Adapthealth West, Llc (970-259-3402, DURANGO). Medical equipment & supplies
Aerocare Holdings, Inc. (970-259-3402, DURANGO). Medical equipment & supplies
Albertsons Llc (970-382-2228, DURANGO). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving La Plata County

These serve every county in Colorado, including La Plata 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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