Who do I call first for disability services in Barnes County, North Dakota?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Barnes County?

Yes. This Barnes County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most North Dakota agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Barnes 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 Barnes County, North Dakota

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Barnes County, North Dakota. 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 Barnes 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 Barnes County

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

The Arc of North Dakota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Family HealthCare Valley City (701-271-3344, Valley City)
Barnes County Social Services (701-845-8521, VALLEY CITY). Case management / support coordination
City County Health District (701-845-8518, VALLEY CITY). In-home support
Creative Therapy (701-367-8293, VALLEY CITY). Behavioral health agency
Creative Therapy Pllc (701-490-3281, VALLEY CITY). Behavioral health agency
Chi Health At Home - Hha (701-845-6550, VALLEY CITY)
South Central Adult Services Council Inc. (701-845-4300, VALLEY CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Prairie Inn (701-845-1124, Valley City)
Arc Of North Dakota Inc (VALLEY CITY)
Dakota Clinic Ltd Valley City (701-845-8060, VALLEY CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Mercy Hospital (701-845-6400, VALLEY CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
White Drug Co Of Jamestown Inc (701-845-1763, VALLEY CITY). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Barnes County

These serve every county in North Dakota, including Barnes County.

North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project (800-472-2670). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities ((701) 328-4847). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
North Dakota Assistive (701-365-4728). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Pathfinder Parent Center ((701) 837-7500). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in North Dakota

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