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

Is help available in Spanish in Itasca County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Itasca 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
NAMI Grand Rapids Area
Lakeview Behavioral Health (218-327-2001, Grand Rapids)
North Homes Inc — Chemical Health (218-999-9908, Grand Rapids)
Northland Counseling Center Inc (218-326-1274, Grand Rapids)
Bigfork Valley Conval & Nursing (218-743-3177, Bigfork)
Scenic Rivers Health Services (218-361-3190, Bigfork)
Deer River Schools SPED (DEER RIVER)
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center (GRAND RAPIDS)
Bella Mente Psc (888-735-3555, GRAND RAPIDS). In-home support
Childrens Mental Health Service Reach (218-327-4886, GRAND RAPIDS). Behavioral health agency
Childrens Mental Health Services Reach (218-327-4886, GRAND RAPIDS). Behavioral health agency
Compass Behavioral Health Llc (218-910-4005, GRAND RAPIDS). Behavioral health agency
Aveanna Home Health (218-326-0004, GRAND RAPIDS)
Essentia Health Deer River Home Care (218-246-4520, DEER RIVER)
Grand Itasca Home Care (218-999-4663, GRAND RAPIDS)
Midwest Safety Consulting Inc. (218-247-8064, CALUMET). Medical & accessible transport
Samaritan Transport, Llc (218-301-8100, CALUMET). Medical & accessible transport
Hope House Of Itasca County Inc (GRAND RAPIDS)
Itasca Life Options (GRAND RAPIDS)
Ittasca Friendship Club (GRAND RAPIDS)
Alphaflo, Inc. (218-245-2446, BOVEY). Medical equipment & supplies
Arrowhead Medical Resources Inc (888-932-0016, COHASSET). Medical equipment & supplies
Begin Healing, Inc (218-327-0444, GRAND RAPIDS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Itasca County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Itasca 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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