Who do I call first for disability services in District Of Columbia, District of Columbia?

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

Is help available in Spanish in District Of Columbia?

Yes. This District Of Columbia guide includes Spanish-language support, and most District of Columbia agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in District Of Columbia?

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 District Of Columbia, District of Columbia

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in District Of Columbia, District of Columbia. 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 District Of Columbia

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 District Of Columbia

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

DC Center for Independent Living (DCCIL) - Main Office ((202) 388-0033, Washington)
DC Center for Independent Living @ Anacostia Library ((202) 388-0033, Washington)
District of Columbia Center for Independent Living - (GWUL) ((202) 280-6899, Washington)
Project SEARCH — Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center (Washington D.C.). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Boys Town Washington DC (202-650-6361, Washington)
DC Department of Behavioral Health — SEH/35K/CPEP (202-673-2200, Washington)
Hillcrest Children and Family Center (202-813-5240, Washington)
HSC Pediatric Center — Department of Psychology (202-636-5394, Washington)
801 East Shelter Clinic (202-893-6179, Washington)
801 East Shelter-Medical Respite (202-893-6179, Washington)
Anacostia Health Center (202-610-7160, Washington)
Bancroft Elementary School (SBMH) (202-673-7280, Washington)
Attainable Resources (WASHINGTON)
Casa Italiana Language School Inc (WASHINGTON)
Dc Autism Parents (WASHINGTON)
Dorothy I Height Education Foundation Inc (WASHINGTON)
360 Support Inc (443-628-7736, WASHINGTON). In-home support
50 Plus Inc. (202-702-8518, WASHINGTON). Group home / residential (I/DD)
5615 Woodley Llc (202-991-1631, WASHINGTON). Case management / support coordination
A & S Heathcare Services Llc (301-332-9778, WASHINGTON). Developmental disabilities clinic
Aba Home Health Care, Inc (202-722-1725, WASHINGTON)
Adoration Home Health (202-539-4861, WASHINGTON)
Alliance Home Health Care & Equipment Services (202-545-1630, WASHINGTON)
Amedisys Home Health (202-783-7892, WASHINGTON)

Statewide programs serving District Of Columbia

These serve every county in District of Columbia, including District Of Columbia.

Georgetown University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
University Legal Services (202-547-0198). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
DC Developmental Disabilities Council ((202) 724-8612). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
DC Assistive Technology Program ((202) 547-0198). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Advocates for Justice and Education (202-678-8060). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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