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

Is help available in Spanish in Dekalb County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Dekalb 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
Northeastern Center Inc — Dekalb County (260-925-2453, Auburn)
Otis R Bowen Ctr for Human Servs — Auburn Office (260-925-8035, Auburn)
Alliance Health Centers on 7th Street (260-266-0780, Auburn)
Bowen Center Auburn (800-342-5653, Auburn)
Dekalb County Parent Group For Handicapped Children Inc (AUBURN)
A New Day Adult Day Services, Inc. (260-927-3624, AUBURN). Adult day program
Allendale Llc (239-888-4190, AUBURN). Substance-use treatment
Beltopia Llc (574-223-2888, AUBURN). Hearing & speech services
Dekalb County Parenting Group (260-925-3865, AUBURN). Behavioral health agency
Mad Ventures Inc. (260-927-5131, AUBURN). Medical & accessible transport
Hope For Her (BUTLER)
Airway Oxygen Inc (260-909-0325, AUBURN). Medical equipment & supplies
Auburn Home Medical (260-927-8052, AUBURN). Medical equipment & supplies
Dekalb Memorial Pharmacare Llc (260-925-8000, AUBURN). Medical equipment & supplies
Fort Wayne Orthopaedics, Llc (260-436-8686, AUBURN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Dekalb County

These serve every county in Indiana, including Dekalb 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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