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

Is help available in Spanish in Monroe County?

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

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

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

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

LINC, Inc. - Red Bud ((618) 282-2123, Red Bud)
The Arc of Illinois. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
ComWell (618-282-6233, Red Bud)
Human Support Services (618-939-4444 x1210, Waterloo)
SIHF Healthcare - Red Bud (618-282-6656, Red Bud)
SIHF Healthcare - Waterloo (618-332-0694, Waterloo)
Ams Speech Therapy, P.C. (618-939-7761, WATERLOO). Early intervention (birth–3)
Christian Social Services Of Illinois (618-939-4444, WATERLOO). Residential mental-health
Community Living Options Inc (618-939-3336, WATERLOO). Residential care (I/DD)
Human Service Center Of Southern Metro-East (618-282-6233, RED BUD). Behavioral health agency
Red Bud Regional Home Care (618-282-3338, RED BUD)
Sisters Alliance Llc (833-747-8376, COLUMBIA). Medical & accessible transport
At Medical Equipment Llc (618-570-8345, WATERLOO). Medical equipment & supplies
Athletic And Therapeutic Institute Of Bourbonnais, Llc (618-281-9699, COLUMBIA). Medical equipment & supplies
Canterbury Manor Nursing Center (618-939-8565, WATERLOO). Medical equipment & supplies
Columbia Dental Center Llc (618-281-6161, COLUMBIA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Monroe County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Monroe 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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