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

Is help available in Spanish in Cass County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Cass 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
Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare — Network (269-445-2451, Cassopolis)
Cass Family Clinic Dowagiac (269-390-1170, Dowagiac)
Cass Family Clinic-Mobile (269-445-3874, Cassopolis)
Cassopolis Family Clinic Annex (269-445-3874, Cassopolis)
Cassopolis Family Clinic Network (269-445-3874, Cassopolis)
Brookside Learning Center (CASSOPOLIS)
North Pointe Center (DOWAGIAC)
Agape Afc Home (269-646-0870, MARCELLUS). In-home support
All About You Homecare (269-699-5006, EDWARDSBURG). In-home support
Aspincare Llc (269-366-6075, MARCELLUS). In-home support
Best Of Care Home Care L.L.C. (269-506-3639, MARCELLUS). In-home support
Dowagiac Villa (269-782-3555, Dowagiac)
Cass County Council On Aging (269-445-8110, CASSOPOLIS). Home-delivered meals
Apex Drug Stores Inc (269-782-2962, DOWAGIAC). Medical equipment & supplies
Integrity Medical Supplies Llc (269-782-4362, DOWAGIAC). Medical equipment & supplies
Rite Aid Of Michigan Inc (269-445-5369, CASSOPOLIS). Medical equipment & supplies
Shopko Stores Operating Co Llc (269-782-0280, DOWAGIAC). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Cass County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Cass 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

Other counties in Michigan

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