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

Is help available in Spanish in Freeborn County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Freeborn 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
Albert Lea VA Clinic (507-377-6051, Albert Lea)
Freeborn County Mental Health Center (507-377-5440, Albert Lea)
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed (ALBERT LEA)
Enrich Alden (ALDEN)
First Step Alden (ALDEN)
Next Step West (Alden) (ALDEN)
Ahadi Inc (413-561-6045, ALBERT LEA). Adult mental-health clinic
Allied Health Care Professional Service Corporation (507-668-4024, ALBERT LEA). Residential care (I/DD)
American Baptist Homes Of The Midwest (507-373-0188, ALBERT LEA). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Bst Albert Lea, Llc (605-541-1140, ALBERT LEA). Hearing & speech services
Fairryde Transportation Service Llc (763-336-3700, ALBERT LEA). Ride service
Grace Home Healthcare Inc. (507-369-5370, ALBERT LEA). Medical & accessible transport
Yellow Bug Of Albert Lea, Llc (507-383-3341, ALBERT LEA). Medical & accessible transport
Albert Lea Senior Housing (651-645-7271, Albert Lea)
Accumed Healthcare Llc (507-415-5477, ALBERT LEA). Medical equipment & supplies
Advanced Family Dental Pa (507-373-5968, ALBERT LEA). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (507-373-1899, ALBERT LEA). Medical equipment & supplies
Lincare Inc. (507-377-5044, ALBERT LEA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Freeborn County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Freeborn 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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