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

Is help available in Spanish in Mahaska County?

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

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

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

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

South Central Iowa Center for Independent Living (SCICIL) ((641) 672-1867, Oskaloosa)
The Arc of Iowa. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Southern Iowa Mental Health Center (641-672-3159, Oskaloosa)
RHCHC Mahaska County Clinic (641-673-7537, Oskaloosa)
RHCHC Oskaloosa Elementary School (641-673-8092, Oskaloosa)
RHCHC Oskaloosa High School (641-673-3407, Oskaloosa)
RHCHC Oskaloosa Middle School (641-673-8308, Oskaloosa)
A Ray Of Hope Counseling Llc (641-676-4545, OSKALOOSA). Behavioral health agency
Crossroads Of Pella (641-676-4060, OSKALOOSA). Behavioral health agency
First Resources Corp (641-673-1421, OSKALOOSA). Behavioral health agency
Imagine The Possibilities, Inc. (641-673-3459, OSKALOOSA). Day program / habilitation
Heartland Home Care (641-672-2944, OSKALOOSA)
South Central Iowa Independent Living Center Inc (OSKALOOSA)
Hammer Incorporated (641-672-2501, OSKALOOSA). Medical equipment & supplies
Heartland Eye Care Plc (641-673-8671, OSKALOOSA). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (641-673-0259, OSKALOOSA). Medical equipment & supplies
Jv Concrete & Construction (641-933-4404, FREMONT). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Mahaska County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Mahaska 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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