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

Is help available in Spanish in Winnebago County?

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

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

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

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

RAMP Disability Resources & Services - Rockford ((815) 968-7467, Rockford)
Project SEARCH — Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront (Rockford). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital—Riverside (Rockford). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Autism Program (TAP) Rockford (Rockford). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals Academy Machesney Park (Machesney Park). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals Teen Family Support \u0026amp; Family Support (Rockford). 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
Rosecrance Inc — CILA Auburn (815-691-8551, Rockford)
Stepping Stones of Rockford Inc (815-963-0683, Rockford)
Swedish American Hospital — Center for Mental Health Services (815-968-4400, Rockford)
Aunt Martha's Rockford Community Health Center (877-692-8686, Rockford)
Crusader Clinic on Broadway (815-490-1600, Rockford)
Crusader Clinic on West State Street (815-490-1600, Rockford)
Crusader Community Health Loves Park (815-490-1600, Loves Park)
SELF Academy (Rockton)
Walter Lawson Childrens Home (LOVES PARK)
WCSEC-Intermediate Instruc Prgrm (Rockton)
WCSEC-Primary Instructional Prgrm (Rockton)
Access Services Of Northern Illinois (815-282-8824, LOVES PARK). Case management / support coordination
Addus Healthcare Inc (815-229-0300, ROCKFORD). In-home support
Advanced Speech And Swallow Pllc (630-715-0321, WINNEBAGO). Hearing & speech services
All Care Health Llc (815-965-0622, ROCKFORD). In-home support
2 Sisters Home Healthcare Inc (779-537-3093, ROCKFORD)
Mercyhealth At Home (815-971-3550, ROCKFORD)

Statewide programs serving Winnebago County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Winnebago 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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