Who do I call first for disability services in Clay 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 Clay County.

Is help available in Spanish in Clay County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Clay 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
Catholic Charities — Diocese of Sioux City (712-580-4320, Spencer)
Seasons Center for Behavioral Health — Clay County Office (800-242-5101, Spencer)
Spencer Municipal Hospital — Behavioral Health Services (712-264-6198 x6230, Spencer)
Community Health Center of Spencer (515-576-6500, Spencer)
Ability Home Health Care Llc (402-973-2609, PETERSON). Respite care
All Those Yesterdays (712-363-5886, SPENCER). Substance-use treatment
Clay County Case Management (712-262-9438, SPENCER). Case management / support coordination
Compass Pointe, Behavioral Health Services (712-262-2952, SPENCER). Behavioral health agency
Avera At Home Of Spencer Hospital (712-264-6380, SPENCER)
Bai Valley Transportation, Llc (712-330-3905, EVERLY). Medical & accessible transport
Sunset Retirement Home East (712-262-5887, Spencer)
Northwest Aging Association (712-262-1775, SPENCER). Home-delivered meals
Northwest Iowa Mental Health Center (SPENCER)
Avera Home Medical Equipment Of Spencer Hospital Llc (712-580-3923, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (712-262-5611, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies
Iowa Eye Institute, P.C. (712-262-8878, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies
Lincare Inc. (712-262-6749, SPENCER). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Clay County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Clay 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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