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

Is help available in Spanish in Polk County?

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

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

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

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

Bolivar (Bolivar). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Missouri. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Burrell Behavioral Health — Bolivar Outpatient Satellite (417-761-5332, Bolivar)
Citizens Memorial Hospital — Parkview Geriatric Wellness Center (417-326-6000, Bolivar)
OCHC - Bolivar Dental Clinic (417-328-6334, Bolivar)
OCHC - Fair Play Schools (417-654-2232, Fair Play)
OCHC - Halfway Schools (417-445-2211, Half Way)
OCHC - Humansville Schools (417-754-2221, Humansville)
Advanced Hearing Care Solutions Llc. (417-777-7874, BOLIVAR). Hearing & speech services
Arrowhead Adult Daycare, Llc. (417-445-5412, HALF WAY). Adult day program
Azare (417-777-4948, BOLIVAR). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Big Spring Opco, Llc (417-754-8711, HUMANSVILLE). Respite care
Citizens Memorial Home Health (417-326-3585, BOLIVAR)
Riverside Management And Rehabilitation (BOLIVAR)
Rohrbach Services Corporation (BOLIVAR)
Alpha-Omega Orthotics & Prosthetics, Inc. (417-886-8881, BOLIVAR). Prosthetics & orthotics
Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation (417-326-3584, BOLIVAR). Medical equipment & supplies
Citizens Memorial Healthcare Clinics (417-326-6200, BOLIVAR). Medical equipment & supplies
Citizens Memorial Hospital District (417-328-7289, BOLIVAR). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Polk County

These serve every county in Missouri, including Polk 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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