Who do I call first for disability services in Baltimore City, Maryland?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Baltimore City?

Yes. This Baltimore City guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Maryland agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Baltimore City?

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 Baltimore City, Maryland

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Baltimore City, Maryland. 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 Baltimore City

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 Baltimore City

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

Project SEARCH — MedStar Union Memorial Hospital (Baltimore). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — University of Maryland Baltimore (Baltimore). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — University of Maryland Medical Center (Baltimore). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Maryland. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
ABA Health Services Inc (410-367-7821, Baltimore)
Baltimore Station (410-752-4454, Baltimore)
Beyond This Day Behavioral Health Inc (216-253-0992, Baltimore)
Building Communities — Today for Tomorrow (410-467-6600 x29, Baltimore)
AbsoluteCare Inc. (443-738-0300, Baltimore)
Baltimore Medical System, Inc. (410-732-8800, Baltimore)
Belair Edison Family Health Ctr (443-558-4800, Baltimore)
Bms At St. Agnes (443-703-3200, Baltimore)
Baltimore Academy, The (410-233-1400, Baltimore)
Baltimore Lab School (410-261-5500, Baltimore)
Baltimore Underground Science Space (BALTIMORE)
Children's Guild - Transformation Academy (410-514-0181, Baltimore)
115 East Melrose Opco Llc (877-567-0402, BALTIMORE). Respite care
1st Alliance Behavioral Health & Wellness Center Llc (410-905-9153, BALTIMORE). Behavioral health agency
2 God B The Glory, Inc. (443-438-3616, BALTIMORE). Substance-use treatment
2nd Journey Llc (240-475-2325, BALTIMORE). Behavioral health agency
Adoration Home Health Baltimore (410-235-1060, BALTIMORE)
Homecall (410-644-0105, BALTIMORE)
Johns Hopkins Pediatrics At Home Inc (410-288-8000, BALTIMORE)
The Johns Hopkins Home Health Services, Inc (410-288-8000, BALTIMORE)

Statewide programs serving Baltimore City

These serve every county in Maryland, including Baltimore City.

Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Maryland (800-233-7201). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council ((410) 767-3670). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Maryland Technology Assistance Program ((410) 554-9245). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
The Parents' Place of Maryland ((410) 768-9100). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Maryland

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