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

Is help available in Spanish in Chippewa County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — MyMichigan Medical Center - Sault (Sault Ste. Marie). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Michigan. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Hiawatha Behavioral Health Authority (906-632-2805, Sault Sainte Marie)
War Memorial Hospital — Behavioral Health Center (906-632-5900, Kincheloe)
AHC Pickford School SBHC Room 220 (906-647-6285, Pickford)
Alcona Health Center Pickford Medical Clinic (906-647-2217, Pickford)
Bay Mills Health Center (906-248-5527 x3196, Brimley)
Bay Mills Health Center Support Building (906-248-5527, Brimley)
EUPISD Learning Center (KINCHELOE)
EUPISD Project Search (SAULT S MARIE)
Catholic Social Services Of The Up (906-635-1508, SAULT SAINTE MARIE). Behavioral health agency
Catholic Social Services Of The Upper Peninsula (906-635-1508, SAULT SAINTE MARIE). Behavioral health agency
Chippewa County Health Department (906-632-5690, SAULT SAINTE MARIE). Children's mental-health clinic
Chippewa County Health Department Shacc (906-635-1566, SAULT SAINTE MARIE). Children's mental-health clinic
Northern Transitions Inc (SAULT S MARIE)
Alpine Medical Supply & Rehab (906-632-4400, SAULT SAINTE MARIE). Medical equipment & supplies
Arfstrom Pharmacies Inc (906-632-9661, SAULT SAINTE MARIE). Medical equipment & supplies
Bay Mills Indian Community (906-248-3241, BRIMLEY). Medical equipment & supplies
Lincare Inc. (906-253-1721, SAULT SAINTE MARIE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Chippewa County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Chippewa 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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