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

Is help available in Spanish in Cottonwood County?

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

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

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

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

The Arc of Minnesota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Southwestern Mental Health Ctr Inc (507-831-2090, Windom)
Access Health - Windom (507-831-1703, Windom)
Early Childhood Learning Center (WINDOM)
SWWC ELC - Windom (WINDOM)
Des Moines Valley Health And Human Services (507-831-1891, WINDOM). Case management / support coordination
Home For Creative Living (507-831-5033, WINDOM). Residential care (I/DD)
Rainbow Behavioral Health Services Chartered (507-831-4699, WINDOM). Behavioral health agency
Stepping Stone Counseling, Llc (507-221-0005, WINDOM). Behavioral health agency
Good Sam Society Home Care Of Sw Mn (507-831-0734, WINDOM)
Cottonwood County Developmental Achievement Center Inc (WINDOM)
Healing Hills Therapeutic Riding Center (WINDOM)
Avera Marshall (507-427-2345, MOUNTAIN LAKE). Medical equipment & supplies
Avera Mckennan (507-831-2429, WINDOM). Medical equipment & supplies
H&S Sisters Llc (507-427-2707, MOUNTAIN LAKE). Medical equipment & supplies
Sanford Healthcare Accessories, Llc (507-831-0247, WINDOM). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Cottonwood County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Cottonwood 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

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