Who do I call first for disability services in Cerro Gordo 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 Cerro Gordo County.

Is help available in Spanish in Cerro Gordo County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Cerro Gordo 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 Cerro Gordo County, Iowa

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

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

Project SEARCH — MercyOne North Iowa (Mason City). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Iowa. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI North Iowa
43 North Iowa (641-424-8708, Mason City)
MercyOne Medical Center North Iowa — Behavioral Health Inpatient Department (641-428-7000 x7737, Mason City)
Community Health Center of Mason City (515-576-6500, Mason City)
Abcm Corporation (641-357-5244, CLEAR LAKE). In-home support
Avalon Center (641-422-0070, MASON CITY). Behavioral health agency
Behavorial Health Options Plc (641-512-5565, MASON CITY). Behavioral health agency
Cerro Gordo County (641-421-3122, MASON CITY). Case management / support coordination
Cerro Gordo County Department Of Public Health (641-421-9300, MASON CITY)
Three Links Apartments (641-423-5495, Mason City)
Ymca And Rehabilitation Center (MASON CITY)
Align Medical Concepts (641-423-9487, MASON CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
American Homepatient, Inc. (641-423-7500, MASON CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Clark And Associates, Inc (641-422-1423, MASON CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Genoa Healthcare Llc (641-243-8449, MASON CITY). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Cerro Gordo County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Cerro Gordo 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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