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

Is help available in Spanish in Madison County?

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

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

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

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

IMPACT Center for Independent Living ((618) 462-1411, Alton)
The Arc of Illinois. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Alternatives Counseling Inc (618-288-8085, Alton)
Behavioral Health Alternatives Inc (618-251-4073, Wood River)
Centerstone of Illinois — Alton (618-462-2331, Alton)
Chestnut Health Systems (618-877-4420, Granite City)
Chestnut Family Health Center (618-877-4420, Maryville)
Mobile Medical Unit Granite City 1 (618-512-1919, Granite City)
SIHF Healthcare - Alton Circle (618-332-0694, Alton)
SIHF Healthcare - Bethalto (618-258-0485, East Alton)
Bethalto East/ Region III K-3 CLI (Bethalto)
Center For Children To Heal And Achieve (Ccha) (ALTON)
Coordinated Youth & Human Services (GRANITE CITY)
EA/Region III K-8 CLIP PRG (East Alton)
Addiction Treatment Strategies (618-692-6880, EDWARDSVILLE). Substance-use treatment
Addus Healthcare, Inc. (618-433-9180, ALTON). In-home support
Alcoholic Rehabilitation Community Home (618-877-4987, GRANITE CITY). Substance-use treatment
Ask Us Counseling Services, Llc (847-854-4333, COLLINSVILLE). Adult mental-health clinic
Anderson Home Health Services (618-391-5731, MARYVILLE)
Gateway Regional Home Health - Granite City (618-798-3200, GRANITE CITY)
Osf Saint Anthony'S Home Health (618-463-5683, ALTON)
Residential Home Health Of Southern Illinois (800-642-6099, GLEN CARBON)
Best Medical Trip, Inc. (618-451-4856, GRANITE CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Dependable Commute Transportation (314-441-5838, MARYVILLE). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Madison County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Madison 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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