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

Is help available in Spanish in Buchanan County?

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

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

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

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

Midland Empire Resources for Independent Living (MERIL) ((816) 279-8558, St. Joseph)
The Arc of Missouri. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Mosaic Life Care (816-271-6000, Saint Joseph)
Downtown Health Center (816-233-8536, Saint Joseph)
Family Medicine Associates (816-232-6818, Saint Joseph)
Northwest Family Dental and Behavioral Health (816-364-6444, Saint Joseph)
Northwest Health Mobile Unit (816-232-6818, Saint Joseph)
Helen M Davis School (ST JOSEPH)
Addiction Awareness (816-205-0082, SAINT JOSEPH). Behavioral health agency
Bliss Manor, Inc. (816-233-2418, SAINT JOSEPH). Residential (physical disability)
Calo Enterprises Inc (816-477-7315, SAINT JOSEPH). In-home support
Carpentieri & Associates, Llc (816-294-7618, SAINT JOSEPH). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Freudenthal Home Health (816-676-8050, SAINT JOSEPH)
Mosaic Life Care Home Health (816-271-7593, SAINT JOSEPH)
The Whole Person, Inc. (816-364-0900, SAINT JOSEPH)
I-Care Rides (816-344-4469, SAINT JOSEPH). Medical & accessible transport
Specialized Support Services, Inc (816-279-9090, SAINT JOSEPH). Medical & accessible transport
Keystone Place (816-390-5265, Saint Joseph)
King Hill Addition (816-238-9301, Saint Joseph)
Sheltering Arms Apartments (816-232-2874, Saint Joseph)
The Maples Apartments (816-233-6122, Saint Joseph)
Virtuous Hearts Llc (844-552-4273, SAINT JOSEPH). Home-delivered meals
Camp Guardian Foundation Inc (SAINT JOSEPH)
Family Guidance Center For Behavioral Healthcare (SAINT JOSEPH)

Statewide programs serving Buchanan County

These serve every county in Missouri, including Buchanan 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

Other counties in Missouri

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