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

Is help available in Spanish in Worcester County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Commander Hotel & Suites formally Atlantic General Hospital (Ocean 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
Worcester County Health Department — Berlin Health Center (410-629-0164, Berlin)
Berlin BH &CC (410-673-6679, Berlin)
CHC - Berlin 9958 (410-973-2820, Berlin)
Chc - Sbhc - Poc (410-632-5180, Pocomoke City)
Three Lower Counties Community Svcs Inc (410-957-1852, Pocomoke City)
Cedar Chapel Special School (Snow Hill)
Worcester County Developmental Center (NEWARK)
Adorable Lucille Assistant Living Facility (443-944-1835, SNOW HILL). Case management / support coordination
Angels On Hand, Llc (757-292-6773, POCOMOKE CITY). Respite care
Atlantic General Hospital Corp (410-641-3340, BERLIN). Developmental disabilities clinic
Chesapeake Hearing Centers, Inc. (410-641-8700, OCEAN PINES). Hearing & speech services
Hartley Hall Senior Housing (410-957-2266, Pocomoke City)
Autistic Childrens Support Group Worcester County Inc (OCEAN PINES)
A Home For Life, Inc. (410-213-9590, OCEAN CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Atlantic Home Health Care Inc (410-208-3630, BERLIN). Medical equipment & supplies
Coastal Mobility Equipment (410-603-4601, OCEAN CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Coastline Medical Llc (410-202-2770, BERLIN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Worcester County

These serve every county in Maryland, including Worcester 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

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