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

Is help available in Spanish in Pennington County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Pennington 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
Sanford Behavioral Health Center (218-683-4351, Thief River Falls)
Daniel R. Vandeventer, Inc. (218-681-1193, THIEF RIVER FALLS). Hearing & speech services
Falls Delivered Meals (218-681-6861, THIEF RIVER FALLS). In-home support
Northwest Recovery Center (218-681-6561, THIEF RIVER FALLS). Substance-use treatment
Pennington County Human Services (218-681-2880, THIEF RIVER FALLS). Case management / support coordination
Pennington & Red Lake County Public Health & Home Care (218-681-0876, THIEF RIVER FALLS)
Dakota Clinic Ltd (218-681-4747, THIEF RIVER FALLS). Medical equipment & supplies
Lincare Inc. (218-681-8214, THIEF RIVER FALLS). Medical equipment & supplies
Ronco Lifts Inc (218-681-3710, THIEF RIVER FALLS). Medical equipment & supplies
S&S Rehab Products Plus, Inc. (218-681-3710, THIEF RIVER FALLS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Pennington County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Pennington 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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