Who do I call first for disability services in Bartholomew County, Indiana?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Indiana vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Bartholomew County.

Is help available in Spanish in Bartholomew County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Bartholomew 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 Bartholomew County, Indiana

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Bartholomew County, Indiana. 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 Bartholomew 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 Bartholomew County

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

The Arc of Indiana. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Adult and Child Health — Columbus Office (317-882-5122, Columbus)
Centerstone of Indiana Inc — Indiana House (812-314-3595, Columbus)
Columbus Behavioral Center for — Children and Adolescents (812-376-1711, Columbus)
Columbus Regional Hospital (812-379-4441, Columbus)
Centerstone Health Services - Columbus (812-339-1691, Columbus)
CHS Pharmacy (812-314-3535, Columbus)
Windrose Health Network - Hope (812-546-6000, Hope)
Literacy Works Incorporated (COLUMBUS)
Children Inc (812-379-2319, COLUMBUS). Early intervention (birth–3)
Christole, Inc (812-378-3493, COLUMBUS). Residential care (I/DD)
Cornerstone Caregiving East Llc (812-900-6494, COLUMBUS). In-home support
Developmental Services, Inc. (812-376-9404, COLUMBUS). Day program / habilitation
American Nursing Care Llc (812-376-3411, COLUMBUS)
Interim Healthcare Of Se Indiana Inc (812-537-5546, COLUMBUS)
Stat Ambulance Inc (812-379-9111, COLUMBUS). Medical & accessible transport
All Saints Community (812-378-9099, Columbus)
Booth Manor Columbus (812-372-7173, Columbus)
Dogwood Place (812-378-4559, Columbus)
Indiana House (812-378-4559, Columbus)
Arc Of Bartholomew County Inc (COLUMBUS)
Independent Living Alternatives Inc (COLUMBUS)
Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitation Inc (HOPE)
Advanced Physical Therapy, Llc (812-799-1257, COLUMBUS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Bartholomew County

These serve every county in Indiana, including Bartholomew County.

Indiana Institute on Disability and Community. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Indiana Disability Rights (800-622-4845). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Governor's Planning Council for People with Disabilities ((317) 232-7770). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Indiana Assistive Technology Act Project (INDATA) ((317) 466-2013). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
In*Source (574-234-7101). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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