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

Is help available in Spanish in Houghton County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Houghton 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
Copper Country CMHSP — Calumet Office (906-377-5810, Calumet)
Great Lakes Recovery Centers Inc — Hancock Outpatient Services (906-228-9699, Hancock)
Calumet Family Health Center - Calumet Ave (906-483-1177, Calumet)
Hancock Family Health Center (906-483-1060, Hancock)
Houghton Family Health Center (906-483-1860, Houghton)
Lake Linden Family Health Center (906-483-1030, Lake Linden)
Copper Country Learning Center (HANCOCK)
Catholic Social Services Of The Up (906-482-1624, HOUGHTON). Behavioral health agency
Catholic Social Services Of The Upper Peninsula (906-482-1624, HOUGHTON). Behavioral health agency
Copper Country Community Mental Health Services (906-482-9400, HOUGHTON). Behavioral health agency
Copper Palette & Associates (906-370-1524, HOUGHTON). Behavioral health agency
Aspirus At Home (906-337-5700, HANCOCK)
Up Health System Home Care And Hospice Portage (906-483-1160, HOUGHTON)
Natalies Blind Saves Sanctuary And Rescue (HANCOCK)
Up Wildlife Rehabilitation - Keweenaw Group (CHASSELL)
Aspirus Keweenaw Enterprises, Inc. (906-337-6557, LAURIUM). Medical equipment & supplies
James R Peters (906-483-2420, HANCOCK). Prosthetics & orthotics
Lilliana Kostinski Dds Pllc (906-482-8331, HOUGHTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Northern Orthotics & Prosthetics, Inc (906-482-7733, HANCOCK). Prosthetics & orthotics

Statewide programs serving Houghton County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Houghton 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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