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

Is help available in Spanish in Kent County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Advocates of Kent County ((616) 949-1100, Grand Rapids)
Project SEARCH — Corewell Health West (formerly Spectrum Grand Rapids) (Grand Rapids). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals MORC - Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Michigan. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Arbor Circle Outpatient Csl Services — Kent County (616-459-7215 x1250, Grand Rapids)
Battle Creek VAMC — Wyoming CBOC (616-249-5300, Wyoming)
Bethany Christian Services — Grand Rapids Campus (616-224-7617, Grand Rapids)
Catholic Charities West Michigan (616-456-1443, Grand Rapids)
Belknap Commons Dental Center (616-742-9945, Grand Rapids)
Burton Health Center (616-247-3638, Grand Rapids)
Catherine's Health Center (616-336-8800, Grand Rapids)
Catherine's Health Center - Crestwood (616-336-8800, Kentwood)
All Belong (WYOMING)
Cedar Springs Early Childhood Center (CEDAR SPRINGS)
Conductive Learning Center Of North America (GRAND RAPIDS)
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center (CALEDONIA)
616 Hearing Llc (616-828-4770, GRAND RAPIDS). Hearing & speech services
A Grand Rapids Senior Social Exchange And Adult Day Center (616-329-4101, GRAND RAPIDS). Respite care
A Second Chance At Life Home Care Inc. (616-482-7703, GRAND RAPIDS). In-home support
A-1 Premier Home Health Services (616-387-9769, KENTWOOD). In-home support
Alpine Care Home Health (616-956-7900, GRAND RAPIDS)
Atrio Home Health (616-235-4663, GRAND RAPIDS)
Care One Home Health Services (616-719-4440, GRAND RAPIDS)
Centerwell Home Health (616-942-5744, GRAND RAPIDS)

Statewide programs serving Kent County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Kent 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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