Who do I call first for disability services in Grand Traverse 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 Grand Traverse County.

Is help available in Spanish in Grand Traverse County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Network Northern Michigan (DNNM) ((231) 922-0903, Traverse City)
The Arc of Michigan. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Grand Traverse
Aleda E Lutz VAMC — Traverse City CBOC (231-932-9720, Traverse City)
Traverse City East Middle School E3 (231-947-1112, Traverse City)
Traverse Health Clinic and Coalition (231-935-0799, Traverse City)
Traverse Health Clinic and Coalition Mobile Medical Unit #1 (231-935-0799, Traverse City)
Life Skills Center (TRAVERSE CITY)
North EdBridgeway (TRAVERSE CITY)
North EdCreekside School (TRAVERSE CITY)
North EdNew Horizons (TRAVERSE CITY)
Addiction Treatment Services, Inc (231-346-5216, TRAVERSE CITY). Substance-use treatment
Advanced Christian Counseling Center, Llc (231-633-4357, TRAVERSE CITY). Children's mental-health clinic
Agape' Counseling Services, Llc (989-619-4390, TRAVERSE CITY). Behavioral health agency
Area Agency On Aging Of Nw Michigan (231-947-8920, TRAVERSE CITY). Case management / support coordination
Great Lakes Home Healthcare Specialists Llc (231-421-5036, TRAVERSE CITY)
Munson Home Care (800-252-2065, TRAVERSE CITY)
Soul Purpose Transportation, Llc (231-943-1444, TRAVERSE CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Wheelcare Mi Llc (251-423-5470, TRAVERSE CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (231-947-3780, TRAVERSE CITY). Home-delivered meals
Arc Of Northern Michigan (TRAVERSE CITY)
Disability Network Northern Michigan (TRAVERSE CITY)
Rainbow Of Hope Farm (KINGSLEY)
Airway Oxygen Inc (231-932-0399, TRAVERSE CITY). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Grand Traverse County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Grand Traverse 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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