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

Is help available in Spanish in Lake County?

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

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

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

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

Lake County Center for Independent Living (LCCIL) ((847) 949-4440, Mundelein)
The Arc of Illinois. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Lake County Illinois
Allendale Association — Bradley Counseling Center/Gurnee (847-356-3322, Gurnee)
Behavioral Health Services for — Children and Adolescents (847-377-8950, Waukegan)
Captain James A Lovell FHCC — Department of Mental Health (116A) (224-610-3719, North Chicago)
Deerfield Behavioral Health — Behavioral Health (847-400-8430, Deerfield)
Belvidere Medical Building (847-377-8400, Waukegan)
Erie Waukegan Health Center (312-666-3494, Waukegan)
Grand Avenue Health Center (847-377-8180, Waukegan)
Libertyville Behavioral Health Home (847-377-8180, Libertyville)
Arbor Academy (Highland Park)
Arlyn Day School (HIGHLAND PARK)
Community Alternative Renewal Experience (LAKE VILLA)
Connections Day School (LIBERTYVILLE)
24/7 Brightstar Operations, Llc (847-693-2012, BANNOCKBURN). In-home support
3 Cross Home Care Corp (847-780-2702, HIGHLAND PARK). In-home support
A Great Place To Stay Llc (920-204-2722, LAKE VILLA). Group home / residential (I/DD)
A&M Home Care Llc (847-986-6085, GRAYSLAKE). Respite care
Advantage Home Health Plus, Inc (847-234-9705, LAKE BLUFF)
Amedisys Home Health (847-438-4805, LAKE ZURICH)
Aspira Home Health Inc (847-777-1211, DEERFIELD)
Assure Home Healthcare, Inc (847-297-4444, LIBERTYVILLE)
214 Shuttle Enterprises Llc (847-449-6245, PARK CITY). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Lake County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Lake 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

Other counties in Illinois

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