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

Is help available in Spanish in Washington County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Washington 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
NAMI Washington County (MN)
Canvas Health Inc — Cottage Grove (651-777-5222, Cottage Grove)
Counseling Care (651-379-0444, Lake Elmo)
FamilyMeans (651-439-4840, Stillwater)
Health Partners (651-254-8580, Lake Elmo)
A/O Program (STILLWATER)
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed (COTTAGE GROVE)
Bridge Transition Program (STILLWATER)
Early Childhood Special Education (FOREST LAKE)
A Better Care, Inc. (651-410-6413, WOODBURY). Day program / habilitation
Aaran Therapy Center Inc (612-234-5158, WOODBURY). Early intervention (birth–3)
Abijah'S Hope (715-379-1370, STILLWATER). Behavioral health agency
Abro Home Care Inc (651-214-7867, OAKDALE). In-home support
Accentcare Fairview Home Health - East Llc (651-232-2800, OAKDALE)
Careaparent (651-702-4663, WOODBURY)
Lakeview Homecare (651-430-3320, OAK PARK HEIGHTS)
Mils Home Health Care Agency (612-379-4027, WOODBURY)
A.C.E.D.J. Transportation Llc (651-261-9296, COTTAGE GROVE). Medical & accessible transport
Axis Transportation (763-222-8030, WOODBURY). Medical & accessible transport
Caring Hand Llc (651-278-7319, OAKDALE). Medical & accessible transport
Eagle Care Transportation Llc (651-278-0916, LAKE ELMO). Medical & accessible transport
HILLCREST APTS aka ASI Stillwater, Inc (651-645-7271, Stillwater)
Oak Terrace (651-730-6440 11/99, Oakdale)

Statewide programs serving Washington County

These serve every county in Minnesota, including Washington 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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