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

Is help available in Spanish in Jackson County?

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

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

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

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

disAbility Connections (dC) ((517) 782-6054, Jackson)
Project SEARCH — Consumers Energy (Jackson). 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
Catholic Charities of Jackson — Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties (517-263-2191, Jackson)
LifeWays (517-789-1208, Jackson)
VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System — Jackson CBOC (517-764-3609, Michigan Center)
Center for Family Health Dental (517-748-5500, Jackson)
CFH - Downtown Site (517-748-5500, Jackson)
CFH - Jackson High Health Center (517-748-5500, Jackson)
CFH - LifeWays (517-748-5500, Jackson)
Jackson ISD Local Based Special Education Programs (JACKSON)
Little Flock Outreach & Ministries Inc (HORTON)
Local Based Special Education Early Childhood Programs (JACKSON)
Lyle A Torrant Center (JACKSON)
A.R.E. Inc., Of Jackson (517-788-9166, JACKSON). Day program / habilitation
Abc Center For Learning Inc (517-745-9540, JACKSON). Behavioral health agency
Alternative Community Living, Inc. (517-945-5632, JACKSON). Behavioral health agency
Angel Of Mine Home Care Llc (517-358-4668, JACKSON). In-home support
Elara Caring (517-780-9500, JACKSON)
Henry Ford Allegiance Home Care (517-841-6982, JACKSON)
Boydsco Holdings Llc (517-554-6694, JACKSON). Medical & accessible transport
Cherish Lifestyles Llc (845-843-0409, PARMA). Medical & accessible transport
Clemons Transportation Llc (517-782-4069, JACKSON). Medical & accessible transport
Colonial 365, Inc. (517-990-9380, JACKSON). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Jackson County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Jackson 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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