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

Is help available in Spanish in Clare County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Clare 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
Aleda E Lutz VAMC — Clare CBOC (989-386-8113, Clare)
Community MH for Central Michigan — Clare County Branch (989-539-2141, Harrison)
Farwell Health Center (989-953-5191 x1, Farwell)
Harrison School Based Health Center (989-539-7871, Harrison)
ClareGladwin Area School (CLARE)
Behavioral Rehabilitation Services, Inc. (989-539-5350, HARRISON). Substance-use treatment
Bella Enterprises Llc (989-424-6500, CLARE). Respite care
Clare County Senior Services (989-539-8870, HARRISON). Case management / support coordination
Degeer Inc (989-544-2756, LAKE). Adult mental-health clinic
Northern Star Transportation Inc. (989-285-3008, HARRISON). Medical & accessible transport
It'S You Babe, Llc (877-661-9682, LAKE). Prosthetics & orthotics
Midmichigan Home Health Services (989-802-5010, CLARE). Medical equipment & supplies
Midmichigan Visiting Nurse Association (989-802-5010, CLARE). Medical equipment & supplies
Rite Aid Of Michigan Inc (989-588-2599, FARWELL). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Clare County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Clare 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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