Who do I call first for disability services in Des Moines 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 Des Moines County.

Is help available in Spanish in Des Moines County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Des Moines 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
Young House Family Services (319-752-4000, Burlington)
CHC/SEIA Administration (319-768-5858, Burlington)
Chc/Seia West Burlington Clinic (319-768-5858, West Burlington)
Alcohol & Drug Dependency Services (319-753-6567, BURLINGTON). Substance-use treatment
Alcohol & Drug Dependency Services Of Se Iowa (317-753-6567, BURLINGTON). Substance-use treatment
Balanced Mind Therapy, Llc (319-572-9499, BURLINGTON). Behavioral health agency
Caring Connections Llc (319-208-1957, BURLINGTON). In-home support
Advanced Home Health Care Inc (319-753-6270, BURLINGTON)
Des Moines County Health Department (319-753-8290, BURLINGTON)
Nurse At Home (319-208-1353, BURLINGTON)
Southeast Iowa Regional Home Health (319-768-3350, WEST BURLINGTON)
Bledsoe Premier Transportation (319-752-0967, BURLINGTON). Ride service
Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission (319-753-4309, WEST BURLINGTON). Medical & accessible transport
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Inc. (319-768-3628, WEST BURLINGTON). Home-delivered meals
Des Moines County Wildlife Rehabilitation Inc (BURLINGTON)
Hope Haven Area Development Center Corporation (BURLINGTON)
American Prosthetics & Orthotics, Inc. (319-753-2822, WEST BURLINGTON). Medical equipment & supplies
First Medical Equipment, Inc. (319-753-2802, BURLINGTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Heritage Medical Equipment And Supplies (319-768-4300, BURLINGTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (319-753-0112, BURLINGTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Des Moines County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Des Moines 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

Other counties in Iowa

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