Who do I call first for disability services in Grand Forks 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 Grand Forks County.

Is help available in Spanish in Grand Forks County?

Yes. This Grand Forks 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 Grand Forks 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 Grand Forks County, North Dakota

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

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

Easterseals Goodwill North Dakota - Grand Forks (Grand Forks). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of North Dakota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Altru Hospital — Inpatient Psychiatry/PHP (701-780-5000 x3464, Grand Forks)
Northeast Human Service Center — Ruth Meiers Adolescent Center (701-795-3870, Grand Forks)
Practice Place (701-885-4551, Grand Forks)
Spectra Health Admin Office (701-757-2100, Grand Forks)
Spectra Health Dental Clinic (701-757-2100, Grand Forks)
Spectra Health Grand Forks Medical (701-757-2100, Grand Forks)
Spectra Health Larimore (701-343-6418, Larimore)
North Dakota School For The Blind Foundation Inc (GRAND FORKS)
Aging In Place Home Care, Llc (701-741-6627, GRAND FORKS). In-home support
All Embracing Home Care, Llc (701-330-8373, GRAND FORKS). In-home support
Atlas Community Care Nd Llc (612-636-3060, GRAND FORKS). In-home support
Aurora Health Llc (651-420-5069, GRAND FORKS). Case management / support coordination
Altru'S Home Health (701-780-5880, GRAND FORKS)
Northern Valley Transport (218-779-5664, GRAND FORKS). Medical & accessible transport
Cherrywood Village (701-787-9437, Grand Forks)
Columbia Place (701-335-4000, Grand Forks)
Harvest Homes ((701)795-9143, Grand Forks)
Harvest Lodge ((701) 795-9143, Grand Forks)
Greater Grand Forks Senior Citizens Assoc, Inc. (701-772-7245, GRAND FORKS). Meal program
National Federation Of The Blind Of North Dakota (GRAND FORKS)
North Dakota Special Olympics Inc (GRAND FORKS)
Rehabilitation Organization Of North Dakota (GRAND FORKS)

Statewide programs serving Grand Forks County

These serve every county in North Dakota, including Grand Forks 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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