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

Is help available in Spanish in Wapello County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Wapello 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
Southern Iowa Mental Health Center (641-682-8772, Ottumwa)
RHCHC Administrative Offices (641-954-9971, Ottumwa)
RHCHC Cardinal Community School (641-652-7531, Eldon)
RHCHC Evans Junior High (641-684-6522, Ottumwa)
RHCHC Gateway Center High School (641-684-6979, Ottumwa)
Alcohol & Drug Dependency Services (800-622-8340, OTTUMWA). Substance-use treatment
Alexander Enterprises (641-682-5437, OTTUMWA). Behavioral health agency
American Baptist Homes Of The Midwest (641-682-4624, OTTUMWA). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Cornerstone Caregiving East Llc (641-575-3112, OTTUMWA). In-home support
Iowa Home Care, L L C (641-226-5050, OTTUMWA)
Carlenrose Corporation (641-684-4604, OTTUMWA). Medical & accessible transport
Ten Fifteen Regional Transit Agency (641-683-2024, OTTUMWA). Medical & accessible transport
Unity Home Care Solutions Llc (864-314-3436, OTTUMWA). Medical & accessible transport
Milestones Area Agency On Aging (641-682-2270, OTTUMWA). Home-delivered meals
Ottumwa Regional Health Center, Inc (641-682-7511, OTTUMWA). Home-delivered meals
American Homepatient, Inc. (641-682-8555, OTTUMWA). Medical equipment & supplies
Apria Healthcare Llc (641-682-8088, OTTUMWA). Medical equipment & supplies
Genoa Healthcare Llc (641-244-7076, OTTUMWA). Medical equipment & supplies
Hammer Incorporated (641-684-6800, OTTUMWA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Wapello County

These serve every county in Iowa, including Wapello 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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