Who do I call first for disability services in Buena Vista County, Iowa?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Buena Vista County?

Yes. This Buena Vista County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Iowa agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista County, Iowa

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Buena Vista County, Iowa. 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 Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista County

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

The Arc of Iowa. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center (712-213-8657 x8657, Storm Lake)
Plains Area Mental Health Center — Storm Lake (712-213-8402, Storm Lake)
United Community Health Center of Storm Lake - Replacement (712-213-0109, Storm Lake)
Buena Vista County Community Services (712-749-2556, STORM LAKE). Case management / support coordination
Buena Vista Manor, Inc. (712-732-3254, STORM LAKE). Respite care
Buoyant By Nature Llc (218-791-9539, STORM LAKE). Behavioral health agency
Fhc Of Storm Lake Iowa Inc (712-732-5127, STORM LAKE). Residential care (I/DD)
Buena Vista County Public Health And Home Care (712-749-2548, STORM LAKE)
Unitypoint At Home (712-749-2741, STORM LAKE)
Storm Lake Cab Llc (712-299-8228, STORM LAKE). Ride service
Quality Life, Inc. (712-732-5038, Storm Lake)
M & D Hamm Inc (712-283-2302, SIOUX RAPIDS). Home-delivered meals
Special Youth Challenge Ministries Of Northwest Iowa Inc (SIOUX RAPIDS)
Bedel'S Inc (712-732-4819, STORM LAKE). Medical equipment & supplies
Beyond Pink, Llc (712-200-3879, ALTA). Prosthetics & orthotics
Guardian Pharmacy Of Iowa Llc (712-217-8448, STORM LAKE). Medical equipment & supplies
Hamilton Medical Equipment Service Inc (712-732-9978, STORM LAKE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Buena Vista County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Buena Vista County.

Iowa's University Center for Excellence in Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Iowa (800-779-2502). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council ((800) 452-1936). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Easterseals Iowa Assistive Technology Program ((515) 309-2371). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
ASK Resource Center (515-243-1713). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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