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

Is help available in Spanish in Pottawattamie County?

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

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

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

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

Southwest Iowa Center for Independent Living (SWICIL) ((712) 323-6863, Council Bluffs)
The Arc of Iowa. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
CHI Health Mercy — Mercy McDermott (402-717-4674, Council Bluffs)
CHI Health Psychiatric Associates — Mercy (712-328-2609, Council Bluffs)
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital — Behavioral Health (712-396-6044, Council Bluffs)
Abraham Lincoln High School (712-328-6481, Council Bluffs)
All Care Health Center (712-325-1990, Council Bluffs)
All Care Health Center Mobile Medical Clinic (712-325-1990, Council Bluffs)
Florence M. Lakin Health Center (712-388-4660, Council Bluffs)
Iowa School For The Deaf Alumni Ass Ociation (COUNCIL BLFS)
Iowa School For The Deaf Foundation (COUNCIL BLFS)
A Comfortable Lawn (402-320-2852, CARTER LAKE). In-home support
Abled Possibilities, Llc (712-520-3364, COUNCIL BLUFFS). Day program / habilitation
Ameriserve International Ii, Inc. (712-322-0272, COUNCIL BLUFFS). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Ameriserve International Of Nebraska, Inc. (712-322-0272, COUNCIL BLUFFS). Behavioral health agency
Angels Care Home Health Of Iowa (712-352-3640, COUNCIL BLUFFS)
Aveanna Home Health (712-325-8989, COUNCIL BLUFFS)
Open Arms Home Health Care - Council Bluffs, Llc (712-256-2034, CO BLUFFS)
Any Time Transportation Services (561-336-8015, COUNCIL BLUFFS). Medical & accessible transport
Casino Cab Co Llc (712-322-4575, COUNCIL BLUFFS). Medical & accessible transport
Center Of Developmental Disability Llc (402-880-9043, COUNCIL BLUFFS). Medical & accessible transport
Countryside Tire And Lube Llc (402-253-6664, WALNUT). Medical & accessible transport
Indian Creek Apartments ((712) 322-0582, Council Bluffs)
Kanesville Heights (712-256-5608, Council Bluffs)

Statewide programs serving Pottawattamie County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Pottawattamie 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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