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

Is help available in Spanish in Story County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Story 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
Eyerly Ball — Comm MH Servs/Story Cnty Outpt Clinic (515-241-0982, Ames)
Mary Greeley Medical Center — Behavioral Health Unit (515-239-2247, Ames)
Richmond Center (515-232-5811, Ames)
Primary Health Care - Story County (515-232-0628, Ames)
Iowa Farmers Union Education Foundation (AMES)
Abcm Corporation (515-382-1620, NEVADA). In-home support
Adult And Child Clinical Assessments, Inc (515-745-0581, HUXLEY). Behavioral health agency
Ames At Home, Llc (515-446-4316, AMES). In-home support
Amy C Kuehl, Lisw, Llc (515-520-1896, AMES). Adult mental-health clinic
Mary Greeley Home Health Services (515-239-6730, AMES)
Vip (Nemt) Safe Transportation Llc (515-291-2848, AMES). Medical & accessible transport
Arc Of Iowa (AMES)
Cystic Fibrosis Support Association Inc (AMES)
Mainstream Living Story County Developmental Center Foundation (AMES)
American Prosthetics & Orthotics, Inc. (515-233-1249, AMES). Medical equipment & supplies
Ames Center For Cosmetic And Family Dentistry Pc (515-956-3700, AMES). Medical equipment & supplies
Choice Medical, Llc (515-232-6000, AMES). Medical equipment & supplies
Far Bil Inc (515-382-2134, NEVADA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Story County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Story 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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