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

Is help available in Spanish in Rice County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Rice 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
Fernbrook Family Center — Rice County (507-331-3454, Faribault)
Alexander Learning Academy (FARIBAULT)
Cvsec Step (FARIBAULT)
Early Childhood Special Education (FARIBAULT)
Laura Baker SUN Program (FARIBAULT)
A Helping Hand For Mom Llc (507-241-1230, WEBSTER). Day program / habilitation
Azule Opportunities, Llc (507-645-6226, NORTHFIELD). Substance-use treatment
Centered Practice (507-649-7294, NORTHFIELD). Behavioral health agency
Connecting Dots (612-323-1871, FARIBAULT). Early intervention (birth–3)
Rice County Phns (507-332-6111, FARIBAULT)
Burnhill Transportation (612-559-0218, FARIBAULT). Medical & accessible transport
Central E.P Transportation Llc (952-200-7462, FARIBAULT). Medical & accessible transport
Elite Care Transportation Co (612-735-5326, FARIBAULT). Medical & accessible transport
First Stop Transportation Services (202-830-5759, FARIBAULT). Medical & accessible transport
Park Ridge Apartments (507-664-8850 12/99, Northfield)
Wellstone Commons aka Greenvale (507-645-4146, Northfield)
A Great Day Farm Foundation (NORTHFIELD)
Epic Enterprises Incorporated (DUNDAS)
Faribault Deaf Club (NORTHFIELD)
B C Shoes Inc. (507-334-7774, FARIBAULT). Medical equipment & supplies
Bryan Luverne Finley (507-663-1650, NORTHFIELD). Prosthetics & orthotics
Grand St Paul Cvs Llc (507-403-4014, NORTHFIELD). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (507-334-1555, FARIBAULT). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Rice County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Rice 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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