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

Is help available in Spanish in Clay County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Clay 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
Clay Medical Center (618-662-8386, Flora)
Cila Corporation (618-662-7416, FLORA). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Clay County Horizon Center (618-662-8494, FLORA). Residential care (I/DD)
Clay County Rehabilitation Center, Inc. (618-662-4916, FLORA). Day program / habilitation
Health Care Management Corp (618-662-6440, FLORA). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Clay Home Health Services (618-662-4406, FLORA)
Zinks Transportation Services (618-665-4081, LOUISVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Axiom Gardens Of Flora Llc (618-662-8361, FLORA). Medical equipment & supplies
Axiom Healthcare Of Flora Llc (618-662-8381, FLORA). Medical equipment & supplies
Bandys Prescription, Inc (618-662-4016, FLORA). Medical equipment & supplies
Jac Stores Inc (618-662-9470, FLORA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Clay County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Clay 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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