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

Is help available in Spanish in Crawford County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Crawford 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
Plains Area Mental Health Center — Denison (712-263-3172, Denison)
County Of Crawford (712-263-3303, DENISON). Case management / support coordination
Mosaic (712-644-2234, DENISON). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Northland Hearing Centers, Inc. (712-792-1421, DENISON). Hearing & speech services
Plains Area Mental Health (712-263-3172, DENISON). Behavioral health agency
Crawford County Home Health, Hospice & Public Heal (712-263-3303, DENISON)
Carroll Apothecary, Inc (712-263-8016, DENISON). Medical equipment & supplies
Crawford County Memorial Hospital (712-263-5021, DENISON). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (712-263-6161, DENISON). Medical equipment & supplies
Topko Of Denison Inc (712-263-8464, DENISON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Crawford County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Crawford 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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