Who do I call first for disability services in Brown County, Minnesota?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Minnesota vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Brown County.

Is help available in Spanish in Brown County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Brown 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 Brown County, Minnesota

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Brown County, Minnesota. 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 Brown 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 Brown County

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

Southern MN IL Enterprises & Services (SMILES) Center for Independent Living - New Ulm ((507) 354-7106, New Ulm)
The Arc of Minnesota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
New Ulm Medical Center — Allina Health (866-603-0016, New Ulm)
Thrive Behavioral Network — Nova House (507-354-2174, New Ulm)
Imprints Program (NEW ULM)
R.I.S.E. Program (NEW ULM)
Raptor Program (NEW ULM)
River Bend Early Childhood Prog. (NEW ULM)
Brown County Evaluation Center Inc (507-359-2749, NEW ULM). Substance-use treatment
Brown County Family Services (507-354-8246, NEW ULM). Case management / support coordination
Mangata Counseling Services Llc (507-276-7703, NEW ULM). Behavioral health agency
Northland Hearing Center, Inc. (507-550-1800, NEW ULM). Hearing & speech services
J&J Wendinger Inc (507-359-9081, NEW ULM). Medical & accessible transport
Newulm Sts Llc (507-467-3770, NEW ULM). Medical & accessible transport
Reds Rides Cab Shuttle And Delivery, Llc (507-508-6680, NEW ULM). Medical & accessible transport
Superior Mobility Llc (507-920-7864, SPRINGFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
Cottonwood Ridge Apartments (507-723-5111 12/99, Springfield)
Oak View Apartments (507-359-2026, New Ulm)
Adapthealth Minnesota Llc (507-217-5585, NEW ULM). Medical equipment & supplies
Allina Health System (507-217-5011, NEW ULM). Medical equipment & supplies
Avera Marshall (507-723-6548, SPRINGFIELD). Medical equipment & supplies
Carlson Tillisch Eye Clinic, Ltd (507-354-7407, NEW ULM). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Brown County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Brown County.

Institute on Community Integration. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Minnesota Disability Law Center (800-292-4150). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Minnesota Council on Developmental Disabilities ((651) 296-4018). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Minnesota STAR Program (651-201-2640). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PACER Center (952-838-0190). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Minnesota

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