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

Is help available in Spanish in Porter County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Porter 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
Mid America Mental Health LLC (219-615-3136, Valparaiso)
Midwest Ctr for Youth and Families (219-766-2999, Kouts)
Porter Starke Services Inc (219-762-9557, Portage)
219 Health Network Inc. (219-947-6713, Valparaiso)
HealthLinc Corporate (219-413-5100, Valparaiso)
HealthLinc Mobile Medical/Dental Unit (219-462-7173, Valparaiso)
HealthLinc Valparaiso (219-462-7173, Valparaiso)
Porter County Education Services (Valparaiso)
Abria Home Care Corporation (219-510-5775, VALPARAISO). In-home support
Acl Home Care Llc (219-796-7035, PORTAGE). In-home support
Aemcd, Llc (219-789-5026, VALPARAISO). In-home support
Alices Inc (219-462-7600, VALPARAISO). Substance-use treatment
At Home Quality Care (219-395-9100, CHESTERTON)
Caretenders (219-531-8189, VALPARAISO)
Elara Caring (219-246-5171, VALPARAISO)
Home Health Crusaders Inc (219-763-0404, PORTAGE)
Acl Reliable Transportation (219-628-5672, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
Azmot Logistics And Transportation Llc (317-261-1725, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
C.A.R.E.S Enterprises Llc (219-254-2912, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
C.A.R.E.S Resources (219-299-5323, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
Hfy Corporation (CHESTERTON)
Advanced Physical Therapy, Llc (219-462-0576, VALPARAISO). Medical equipment & supplies
American Limb & Orthopedic Co. (219-531-7479, VALPARAISO). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Porter County

These serve every county in Indiana, including Porter 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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