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

Is help available in Spanish in Stearns County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Stearns 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
Catholic Charities — Behavioral Health Clinic (320-650-1660, Saint Cloud)
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (320-251-7700, Saint Cloud)
Northway IRTS (320-252-8648, Saint Cloud)
Nystrom and Associates Ltd (320-253-3512, Sartell)
Beacon Program W Central Ed. Dist. (MELROSE)
Benton-Stearns Ed District EC (SARTELL)
Benton-Stearns Education - ASD (SARTELL)
Benton-Stearns Education Pioneers (SARTELL)
A Home For The Day (320-260-5251, SAINT CLOUD). Respite care
A@J Pca Care L.L.C (701-730-8467, SAINT CLOUD). In-home support
Aarion Consultation Services (952-529-6527, SAINT CLOUD). Case management / support coordination
Aba Behavioral Therapy (202-779-1350, SAINT CLOUD). Early intervention (birth–3)
Aveanna Home Health (320-774-0777, WAITE PARK)
Bayada Home Health Care Inc (320-251-0668, WAITE PARK)
Benedictine Home Health (320-685-4110, COLD SPRING)
Centracare Home Health (320-259-9375, WAITE PARK)
Access Transportation Services Inc (612-414-7770, SAINT CLOUD). Medical & accessible transport
Aflah Transportation Llc (651-253-1146, SAINT CLOUD). Medical & accessible transport
Alpha Medical Transportation Llc (320-330-9017, SAINT CLOUD). Ride service
Care Cab (320-253-7729, SAINT CLOUD). Medical & accessible transport
Mercy Manor (320-845-2969 12/99, Albany)
Mercy Manor II (320-845-2969, Albany)
Quarry Heights (320-656-0075, Saint Cloud)

Statewide programs serving Stearns County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Stearns 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

Other counties in Minnesota

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