Who do I call first for disability services in Boone County, Illinois?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Illinois vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Boone County.

Is help available in Spanish in Boone County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Boone 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 Boone County, Illinois

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Boone County, Illinois. 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 Boone 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 Boone County

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

The Arc of Illinois. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Rosecrance Inc — Belvidere Clinic (815-391-1000, Belvidere)
Crusader Clinic - Belvidere (815-490-1600, Belvidere)
Boone County Council On Aging (815-544-9893, BELVIDERE). In-home support
Brightside Recovery (779-237-3550, BELVIDERE). Behavioral health agency
Cassia Tree Home Care Solutions Llc (815-388-7333, BELVIDERE). In-home support
Chw (815-765-0444, BELVIDERE). Behavioral health agency
Focus 3 Logistics Llc (815-319-3089, BELVIDERE). Medical & accessible transport
Solcare Medical Transportation (815-505-3059, BELVIDERE). Medical & accessible transport
Donohoo Pharmacy Inc. (815-544-3433, BELVIDERE). Medical equipment & supplies
Felker Pharmacy Inc (815-765-1300, POPLAR GROVE). Medical equipment & supplies
Michael L Brechon (815-544-2721, BELVIDERE). Prosthetics & orthotics
Midwest Mobility And Design Inc (815-544-9600, BELVIDERE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Boone County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Boone County.

Institute on Disability and Human Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Equip for Equality (800-537-2632). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities ((312) 814-2080). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Illinois Assistive Technology Program ((217) 522-7985). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (217-717-8016). Parent center: free special-education help for families
Family Resource Center on Disabilities (312-939-3513). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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