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

Is help available in Spanish in Richland County?

Yes. This Richland 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 Richland 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 Richland County, North Dakota

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

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

Freedom Resource Center - Wahpeton ((701) 672-1648, Wahpeton)
The Arc of North Dakota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
South Valley Multi District Special Education Program (HANKINSON)
Dakota Estates Incorporated (701-538-4566, LIDGERWOOD). In-home support
Helping Hands Compassionate Care (701-899-2366, WAHPETON). In-home support
Nd Home Health Llc (701-639-9380, LIDGERWOOD). In-home support
Red River Human Services Foundation (701-235-0971, WAHPETON). Residential care (I/DD)
Benedictine Home Health (701-642-6667, WAHPETON)
Richland County Home Health Agency (701-642-7735, WAHPETON)
Corner Drug Store Of Wahpeton Inc (701-642-6223, WAHPETON). Medical equipment & supplies
Dakota Clinic Ltd (701-242-7118, HANKINSON). Medical equipment & supplies
Dakota Clinic Ltd Wahpeton (701-642-2000, WAHPETON). Medical equipment & supplies
Hankinson Drug Inc (701-242-7414, HANKINSON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Richland County

These serve every county in North Dakota, including Richland 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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