Who do I call first for disability services in Dorchester County, 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 Dorchester County.

Is help available in Spanish in Dorchester County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Dorchester 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 Dorchester County, Maryland

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

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

The Arc of Maryland. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Community Behavioral Health (844-224-5264 x13, Cambridge)
Corsica River Mental Health Services — Dorchester Office (443-225-5780, Cambridge)
For All Seasons Inc (410-822-1018, Cambridge)
Marshy Hope Family Services LLC (410-221-2266, Cambridge)
FASSETT-MAGEE HEALTH CENTER/Cambridge Dental Center (410-228-4045, Cambridge)
Hurlock Head Start Center (410-943-1036, Hurlock)
St. Clair Head Start Center (410-901-2015, Cambridge)
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (410-479-8060, Cambridge)
525 Glenburn Opco Llc (877-567-0402, CAMBRIDGE). Respite care
Affiliated Sante Group (410-463-4455, CAMBRIDGE). Behavioral health agency
Amp-Cep Group Homes, Inc. (410-221-0000, CAMBRIDGE). Substance-use treatment
Anchor'S Up Mobile Therapy, Llc (410-463-0533, CAMBRIDGE). Behavioral health agency
Cambridge Foot & Ankle Center (443-225-6640, CAMBRIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dapo Pharmcy Inc. (410-228-8855, CAMBRIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Eastern Shore Smile Solutions (410-228-4191, CAMBRIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Foot And Ankle Specialists Of The Mid-Atlantic Llc (410-228-2305, CAMBRIDGE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Dorchester County

These serve every county in Maryland, including Dorchester County.

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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