Who do I call first for disability services in Waldo County, Maine?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Waldo County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Waldo 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 Waldo County, Maine

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Waldo County, Maine. 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 Waldo 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 Waldo County

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

The Arc of Maine. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Seaport Community Health Center (207-338-6900, Belfast)
Belfast Area Child Care Services (207-338-1751, BELFAST). Early intervention (birth–3)
Belfast Public Health Nursing (207-338-3368, BELFAST). Case management / support coordination
Brandy Bracy (207-548-2140, SEARSPORT). In-home support
Broadreach Family And Community Services (207-338-2200, BELFAST). Early intervention (birth–3)
Edward J. Reynolds House (Belfast)
Waldo Avenue Apartments (Belfast)
Belfast Drug Company Inc. (207-474-3393, BELFAST). Medical equipment & supplies
Boston Ocular Prosthetics Inc (207-352-5001, SEARSPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Hannaford Bros Co Llc (207-338-1918, BELFAST). Medical equipment & supplies
New England Sleep Solutions Inc (207-323-2363, BELFAST). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Waldo County

These serve every county in Maine, including Waldo County.

Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Maine (800-452-1948). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council ((207) 287-4213). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Maine CITE Assistive Technology Program ((207) 621-3195). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Maine Parent Federation (207-623-2144). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Maine

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