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

Is help available in Spanish in Ingham County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Network Capital Area ((517) 999-2760, Lansing)
Project SEARCH — Michigan State University (East Lansing). 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
Battle Creek VAMC — Lansing CBOC (517-267-3625, Lansing)
Child and Family Charities (517-882-4000, Lansing)
Edward W Sparrow Hospital — Substance Abuse Program (517-364-7741, Lansing)
McLaren Orthopedic Hospital — GEMS (517-975-3212, Lansing)
Allen Community Health Center (517-678-2880, Lansing)
Birch Community Health Center (517-244-8030, Lansing)
Care Free Dental (517-887-5922, Lansing)
Care Free Medical (517-887-5922, Lansing)
Beekman Center (LANSING)
Great Commission Studios (HASLETT)
Heartwood School (MASON)
Ingham ISD ASD Programs (EAST LANSING)
18957 Rei After Work Llc (215-215-6233, OKEMOS). Case management / support coordination
Abc Home Health Care Services Llc (517-455-0925, LANSING). In-home support
Abundance Home Care Solutions Llc (517-204-7284, LANSING). In-home support
Accuquest Hearing Center, Llc (517-324-5704, EAST LANSING). Hearing & speech services
Americare Home Health Services (517-393-5200, LANSING)
Sparrow Home Care (517-364-4841, LANSING)
4wheelz Transport, Llc (517-215-7790, LANSING). Medical & accessible transport
Absolute Transport Services (517-599-1246, OKEMOS). Ride service
Adventure Usa Consultancy (855-648-2959, LANSING). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Ingham County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Ingham 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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