Who do I call first for disability services in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Berkshire County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Berkshire 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 Berkshire County, Massachusetts

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. 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 Berkshire 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 Berkshire County

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

AdLib, Inc. ((413) 442-7047, Pittsfield)
The Arc of Massachusetts. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Berkshire County
CHP Barrington OB-GYN (413-528-1470, Great Barrington)
CHP Adams Family Dental (413-307-6044, Adams)
CHP Adams Family Medicine (413-307-6044, Adams)
CHP Berkshire Pediatrics (413-499-8531, Pittsfield)
Advocating Child-First Education Incorperated (DALTON)
Berkshire Meadows (HOUSATONIC)
Branches School Of The Berkshires Inc (PITTSFIELD)
Crosby Educational Academy (Pittsfield)
Accordance Care Llc (800-250-5791, PITTSFIELD). Respite care
All In Recovery Llc (413-275-4702, PITTSFIELD). Substance-use treatment
At Home With Berkshire Place (413-445-4056, PITTSFIELD). In-home support
Austen Riggs Center Iop Llc (413-298-5511, STOCKBRIDGE). Behavioral health agency
Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association (413-447-3048, PITTSFIELD)
Centerwell Home Health (413-443-3525, PITTSFIELD)
Berkshire Community Action Council (413-445-4503, PITTSFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
County Ambulance, Inc. (413-499-2527, PITTSFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
County Rainbow Taxi, Inc. (413-447-3800, PITTSFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
Loving Touch (413-239-5858, PITTSFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
Clarksburg Residence (Clarksburg)
Crossway Tower (413-499-1630X125, Lee)
Crossway Village Elderly Hsg (Lee)

Statewide programs serving Berkshire County

These serve every county in Massachusetts, including Berkshire County.

Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Institute for Community Inclusion. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Law Center (800-872-9992). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council ((617) 770-7676). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
MassMATCH Assistive Technology Program ((617) 204-3851). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Federation for Children with Special Needs (617-236-7210). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Massachusetts

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