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

Is help available in Spanish in Mecosta County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Mecosta 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
Community MH for Central Michigan — Mecosta County Branch (231-796-5825, Big Rapids)
Big Rapids Middle School Behavioral Health Services Baldwin Family Health Care (231-796-9965, Big Rapids)
Family Health Care - Big Rapids (231-745-4624, Big Rapids)
Family Health Care - Big Rapids 220th Ave (231-527-7150, Big Rapids)
EarlyOn (BIG RAPIDS)
MecostaOsceola Education Center (BIG RAPIDS)
A Turning Point Counseling Services (231-287-2049, BIG RAPIDS). Behavioral health agency
Beautiful Day Counseling (231-527-8840, BIG RAPIDS). Behavioral health agency
Catholic Charities West Michig (231-796-1583, BIG RAPIDS). Behavioral health agency
County Of Mecosta (231-972-2884, MECOSTA). In-home support
Ebenezer Faithway Transport (616-322-9533, BIG RAPIDS). Medical & accessible transport
Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority (231-796-4896, BIG RAPIDS). Medical & accessible transport
Watertower Place / Big Rapids (231-796-8689, Big Rapids)
Christs Outreach For The Blind Inc (BIG RAPIDS)
Big Rapids Orthopaedics, Pc (231-796-6721, BIG RAPIDS). Medical equipment & supplies
Care Source, Inc (231-592-0922, BIG RAPIDS). Medical equipment & supplies
Carelinc Medical Equipment & Supply Co Llc (231-796-6623, BIG RAPIDS). Medical equipment & supplies
Czinder Eye Care Pc (231-796-6604, BIG RAPIDS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Mecosta County

These serve every county in Michigan, including Mecosta 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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