Who do I call first for disability services in Benton County, Missouri?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Missouri vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Benton County.

Is help available in Spanish in Benton County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Benton 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 Benton County, Missouri

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Benton County, Missouri. 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 Benton 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 Benton County

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

The Arc of Missouri. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Compass Health Inc (660-442-1054, Warsaw)
Katy Trail Community Health Cole Camp R-1 (660-668-4427, Cole Camp)
Katy Trail Community Health Warsaw Schools (660-438-9079, Warsaw)
Katy Trail Community Health, Harbor Village (660-438-2595, Warsaw)
Warsaw North Elementary (660-826-4774, Warsaw)
Achieving Lifeskills @ Mo Llc (660-438-3488, WARSAW). Day program / habilitation
Benton County Advocates For Developmental Disabilities (660-438-3200, WARSAW). In-home support
Children'S Therapy Center (660-826-4400, WARSAW). Day program / habilitation
Daniels Family Home Ii (660-438-5704, WARSAW). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Benton County Health Department Home Health Agency (660-438-2876, WARSAW)
Oaktree Villa (660-438-5007, Warsaw)
Certified Brace And Limb (660-438-3884, WARSAW). Medical equipment & supplies
Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation (660-438-8966, WARSAW). Medical equipment & supplies
Eye Care, Llc (816-350-4536, WARSAW). Medical equipment & supplies
J & D Pharmacy, Inc. (660-438-7331, WARSAW). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Benton County

These serve every county in Missouri, including Benton County.

UMKC Institute for Human Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services (800-392-8667). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council ((573) 751-8611). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Missouri Assistive Technology (816-655-6700). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Missouri Parents Act (MPACT) (816-531-7070). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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