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

Is help available in Spanish in Polk County?

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

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

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

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

Options Interstate Resource Center for Independent Living ((218) 773-6100, East Grand Forks)
The Arc of Minnesota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Alluma — Northwestern Apartments (218-281-5256, Crookston)
Northwestern Mental Health Center (218-773-6102, East Grand Forks)
Northwestern Mental Health Ctr Inc (218-281-3940, Crookston)
Crookston Pre-K Program (CROOKSTON)
Douglas Place Treatment Center Llc (612-326-7600, EAST GRAND FORKS). Substance-use treatment
Lutheran Social Service Of Minnesota (218-773-1044, EAST GRAND FORKS). Substance-use treatment
Polk County Social Services (218-281-3127, CROOKSTON). Case management / support coordination
Prairie Psychological Services Pa (281-281-2117, CROOKSTON). Behavioral health agency
Riverview Home Care (218-281-9478, CROOKSTON)
Handi-Van Transport, Inc. (218-945-6655, FERTILE). Medical & accessible transport
R & L Ride Service (800-630-6889, MCINTOSH). Medical & accessible transport
Red River Special Transport Service Llc. (218-687-2516, ERSKINE). Medical & accessible transport
Polk County Developmental Achievement Center Inc (CROOKSTON)
Walk By Faith Therapeutic Riding (FISHER)
Altru Specialty Services, Inc. (218-281-9166, CROOKSTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Dakota Clinic Ltd (218-435-1212, FOSSTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Fosston Pharmacy & Gifts Inc (218-435-6646, FOSSTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Gillette Children'S Specialty Healthcare (651-634-1938, CROOKSTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Polk County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Polk 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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