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

Is help available in Spanish in Wadena County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Wadena 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
Northern Pines Mental Health Center — Wadena Outpatient Office (218-631-1714, Wadena)
Early Childhood Special Education (WADENA)
Elm Tree Academy (WADENA)
Leaf River Academy (WADENA)
White Pine Academy (WADENA)
Bell Hill Recovery Center (218-639-9521, WADENA). Substance-use treatment
Minnesota Specialty Health Systems-Wadena (218-319-6001, WADENA). Residential mental-health
Miracle Care (612-688-7661, WADENA). Day program / habilitation
Miracle Care Staffing, Llc (612-261-7295, WADENA). Day program / habilitation
Caring Hands Home Care (218-837-5572, SEBEKA)
Peoples Express, Inc. (218-631-2909, WADENA). Medical & accessible transport
Dakota Clinic Ltd (218-564-4131, MENAHGA). Medical equipment & supplies
Miracle Care Dmepos (612-688-7661, WADENA). Medical equipment & supplies
Pamida Stores Operating Co Llc (218-631-1546, WADENA). Medical equipment & supplies
Thrifty Drug Stores Inc (218-631-4050, WADENA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Wadena County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Wadena 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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