Who do I call first for disability services in Arenac County, Michigan?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Arenac County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Arenac 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 Arenac County, Michigan

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Arenac County, Michigan. 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 Arenac 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 Arenac County

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

The Arc of Michigan. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Senior Life Solutions — Ascension Standish Hospital (989-846-3542, Standish)
Sterling Area Health Center — Behavioral Healthcare Services (989-654-2491, Sterling)
Sterling Area Health Center (989-654-2491, Sterling)
Sterling Area Health Center Au Gres-Sims Schools SBSS (989-654-2491, Au Gres)
Sterling Area Health Center Standish-Sterling Community Schools SBSS (989-654-2491, Standish)
Sterling Area Health Center Walk In Clinic (989-654-2491, Standish)
Arenac Opportunities, Inc. (989-846-4441, STANDISH). Day program / habilitation
Bay Human Services Inc (989-846-9631, STANDISH). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Compassus Home Health (989-310-4003, STANDISH)
The Care Team (989-846-2222, STANDISH)
Arc Of Arenac County (STANDISH)
Balanced Medical Supply Inc. (989-846-6328, STANDISH). Medical equipment & supplies
Mid Michigan Access (989-600-7159, STANDISH). Medical equipment & supplies
Rite Aid Of Michigan Inc (989-846-4508, STANDISH). Medical equipment & supplies
Schaefer Health Enterprises Inc. (989-685-2141, STANDISH). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Arenac County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Arenac County.

Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Michigan (800-288-5923). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council ((517) 335-3158). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Michigan Assistive Technology Program ((517) 333-2477). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Michigan Alliance for Families ((800) 552-4821). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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