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

Is help available in Spanish in Howard County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Howard County Government (Ellicott City). 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
NAMI Howard County
Hildas Place Behav Health Services (410-489-3737, Glenwood)
Life Renewal Services Inc — Howard County Office (443-289-8149, Columbia)
M Slutsky and Associates Inc — DBA MSA/The Child and Adolescent Ctr (443-259-0400, Columbia)
Pain and Spine Specialists of Maryland (301-363-1063, Elkridge)
Chase Brexton Health Services, Inc. - Columbia Center (410-884-7831, Columbia)
Chase Brexton Health Services, Inc. at Way Station, Inc. (410-740-1901, Columbia)
Howard County Health Department - WIC - Dental (410-752-0954, Columbia)
Baltimore Childrens Business Fair Inc (MARRIOTTSVL)
Bethel Theological Seminary Inc (ELLICOTT CITY)
Cedar Lane Special Center (Fulton)
Glenwood Academy (GLENWOOD)
2a Health Services, Inc. (240-643-2849, JESSUP). Group home / residential (I/DD)
5-Star Therapy And Family Services (240-813-3083, LAUREL). Behavioral health agency
A Brighter Day Behavioral Health Center (301-296-0293, JESSUP). Substance-use treatment
A New Horizon, Inc (443-621-0761, COLUMBIA). Day program / habilitation
Centerwell Home Health (410-997-5257, COLUMBIA)
Abundance Home Care (410-995-8107, ELKRIDGE). Medical & accessible transport
Advanced Centers For The Specially Enabled Foundation (240-554-0123, COLUMBIA). Medical & accessible transport
Angel House Services, Inc. (888-348-2673, COLUMBIA). Medical & accessible transport
Atlas Medical Transport (301-437-4101, ELKRIDGE). Ride service
Access Homes, Inc. ((443) 518-7687, Columbia)

Statewide programs serving Howard County

These serve every county in Maryland, including Howard 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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