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

Is help available in Spanish in Olmsted County?

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

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

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

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

Southeastern MN Center for Independent Living (SEMCIL) ((507) 285-1815, Rochester)
Project SEARCH — Mayo Clinic (Rochester). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Goodwill-Easterseals Minnesota, Rochester (Rochester). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Minnesota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Fernbrook Family Center — Olmsted (507-446-0431, Rochester)
Minneapolis VAMC — Rochester VA Clinic (507-252-0885, Rochester)
Zumbro Valley Health Center — Residential Treatment (507-289-2089, Rochester)
Community Health Service Inc. - Rochester (507-529-0503, Rochester)
Community Health Service Inc. - South Mobile Unit (507-529-0503, Rochester)
Central Education Center (STEWARTVILLE)
Early Childhood Assessment (ROCHESTER)
Early Childhood Intervention (ROCHESTER)
Early Childhood Year Round (ROCHESTER)
Ability Building Center Inc (507-281-6262, ROCHESTER). Day program / habilitation
Allendale House (507-288-7195, ROCHESTER). Residential care (I/DD)
Alpha Services Company Of Rochester (507-252-8151, ROCHESTER). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Alpha Services Company Of Wisconsin Llc (507-252-8117, ROCHESTER). In-home support
Aveanna Home Health (507-282-2246, ROCHESTER)
Comfort Health (507-281-2332, ROCHESTER)
Interim Healthcare Of Rochester (507-200-1111, ROCHESTER)
International Quality Homecare (888-995-4742, ROCHESTER)
A & H Specialty Transportation (507-319-7224, ROCHESTER). Medical & accessible transport
A&A Enterprise Of Minnesota, Llc (507-721-1321, ROCHESTER). Medical & accessible transport
Abbott Transportation (612-616-9722, ROCHESTER). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Olmsted County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Olmsted 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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