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

Is help available in Spanish in Shelby County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Shelby 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
Myrtue Medical Center — Behavioral Health (712-755-5056, Harlan)
American Baptist Homes Of The Midwest (712-755-5178, HARLAN). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Concerned, Inc. (712-755-5834, HARLAN). Day program / habilitation
Country Care Center, Corp (712-744-3453, HARLAN). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Living Well Home Care Llc (712-733-8030, HARLAN). In-home support
Myrtue Med Center Home Health (712-755-4308, HARLAN)
Nebraska Cardiovascular And Pulmonary Rehabilitation Network (PANAMA)
American Lutheran Church (712-764-4201, ELK HORN). Medical equipment & supplies
Home Health Medical Equipment Inc (712-755-2148, HARLAN). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (712-755-2525, HARLAN). Medical equipment & supplies
Shopko Stores Operating Co Llc (712-755-1112, HARLAN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Shelby County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Shelby 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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