Who do I call first for disability services in Lake County, Montana?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Lake County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Lake 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 Lake County, Montana

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Lake County, Montana. 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 Lake 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 Lake County

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

Summit Independent Living Center - Ronan ((406) 215-1604, Polson)
The Arc of Montana. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Ctr (406-883-5680, Polson)
Western Montana Mental Health Center — Lake House Crisis Facility (406-872-0474, Polson)
Ag Worker Health & Services (800-813-4492, Polson)
Balance & Bloom Health Services Llc (406-544-5862, RONAN). In-home support
Evergreen At Polson, L.L.C. (406-883-4378, POLSON). Hearing & speech services
Home Caregivers, Inc. (406-883-2294, POLSON). In-home support
Lake County (406-883-7288, POLSON). Case management / support coordination
Pal Memory Care, Llc (661-816-8436, RONAN). Medical & accessible transport
Thankfully, Inc (406-871-1946, BIGFORK). Medical & accessible transport
Restoring Innocence (POLSON)
Arnt James Ofstad, P.C. (406-676-8921, RONAN). Medical equipment & supplies
Bigfork Drug, Inc (406-837-4370, BIGFORK). Medical equipment & supplies
Bundy Management Inc (406-883-0565, POLSON). Medical equipment & supplies
Credena Health Llc (406-883-8444, POLSON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lake County

These serve every county in Montana, including Lake County.

Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Montana (800-245-4743). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Montana Council on Developmental Disabilities ((406) 443-4332). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
MonTECH (Montana Assistive Technology Program) ((406) 243-5511). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Montana Empowerment Center. Parent center: free special-education help for families

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