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

Is help available in Spanish in Dubuque County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Dubuque 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
Hillcrest Family Services — Dubuque Community Mental Health Center (563-582-0145, Dubuque)
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center — Psychiatric Services (563-589-9299, Dubuque)
UnityPoint Health — Finley Hospital (563-582-1881, Dubuque)
Crescent Community Health Center (563-690-2860, Dubuque)
Crescent Community Health Center Mobile Dental Unit (563-690-2850, Dubuque)
Crescent Community Health Center Pharmacy (563-239-9151, Dubuque)
Area Residential Care Inc. (563-556-7560, DUBUQUE). Residential care (I/DD)
Bacm Legacies, Llc (563-341-7811, DUBUQUE). In-home support
Bhc2 Inc (515-978-7991, DUBUQUE). In-home support
Butler Healthcorp (563-587-5186, DUBUQUE). Early intervention (birth–3)
Open Arms Home Health Care, L L C (563-583-2400, DUBUQUE)
Unitypoint At Home (563-583-5833, DUBUQUE)
Universal Pediatrics (563-557-5762, DUBUQUE)
Regional Transit Authority (563-588-4592, DUBUQUE). Medical & accessible transport
Roots & Company Inc (563-587-0000, DUBUQUE). Home-delivered meals
Dubuque Area Down Syndrome Society (PEOSTA)
Dubuque Center For Independent Living (DUBUQUE)
Dubuque Packers Special Olympics Corp (DURANGO)
Iowa Deaf Senior Citizens (DUBUQUE)
Clark And Associates, Inc. (563-556-5415, DUBUQUE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dme Supplies Inc (224-830-8334, DUBUQUE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dubuque Orthopaedic Surgeons Pc (563-557-5999, DUBUQUE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dubuque Periodontics Pc (563-557-7569, DUBUQUE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Dubuque County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Dubuque 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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