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

Is help available in Spanish in Peoria County?

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

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

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

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

Advocates for Access ((309) 682-3500, Peoria Heights)
Virtual (Peoria). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Illinois. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center — Behavioral Health Services/Outpatient (309-624-9522, Peoria)
Community Health Partnership Of Illinois (309-363-5089, Princeville)
Heartland Community Health Clinic DBA: Heartland Health Services - Garden (309-680-7600, Peoria)
Heartland Community Health Clinic DBA: Heartland Health Services - Jefferson (309-671-8000, Peoria)
Heartland Community Health Clinic DBA: Heartland Health Services - John H Gwynn Jr (309-680-7600 x30968, Peoria)
Kiefer School (PEORIA)
SEAPCO Academy (Peoria)
Seapco Central (Peoria)
Abc Counseling & Family Services (309-689-2990, PEORIA). Behavioral health agency
Accuquest Hearing Center, Llc (309-693-2717, PEORIA). Hearing & speech services
Accurate Hearcare Corporation (309-693-2717, PEORIA). Hearing & speech services
Active Way Healthcare Services, Llc (309-693-7665, PEORIA). In-home support
Iris Home Health Services, Llc (309-649-6002, PEORIA)
St. Francis Medical Center (309-683-7700, PEORIA)
G&T Maintenance Llc (309-218-6821, PEORIA). Ride service
Peoria Non- Emergency Medical Transport (309-857-1165, PEORIA). Medical & accessible transport
Petersen Transportation (309-691-8113, PEORIA). Medical & accessible transport
Prime Care Services Llc (313-758-9893, PEORIA). Medical & accessible transport
Bnai Brith Ii (309-673-2252, Peoria)
Dorchester Ridge Apartments ((309)495-0746, Peoria)
Heritage Senior Homes (309-565-4520, Hanna City)

Statewide programs serving Peoria County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Peoria 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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