Who do I call first for disability services in Atlantic County, New Jersey?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Atlantic County?

Yes. This Atlantic County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most New Jersey agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Atlantic 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 Atlantic County, New Jersey

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Atlantic County, New Jersey. 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 Atlantic 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 Atlantic County

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

Atlantic Center for Independent Living ((609) 748-2253, Galloway)
Easterseals Community Support Services Northfield Adult Training Services, Northfield (Northfield). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of New Jersey. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Atlantic City (609-572-0000, Atlantic City)
AtlantiCare Health Services - FQHC Administration (609-572-6002, Atlantic City)
AtlantiCare Health Services - FQHC Adult Medicine Behavioral Health Clinic (609-441-2104, Atlantic City)
AtlantiCare Health Services - FQHC Adult Medicine Clinic (609-572-6055, Atlantic City)
Atlantic County Elementary and Middle Schools (MAYS LANDING)
Atlantic County High School (MAYS LANDING)
Atlantic Huaxia Chinese School (GALLOWAY)
Coastal Learning Center Atlantic (NORTHFIELD)
201 New Road Opco Llc (609-927-6131, LINWOOD). Respite care
5 Star Home Care Llc (215-350-5700, MARGATE CITY). In-home support
5034 Atlantic Avenue Opco, Llc (610-994-2968, MAYS LANDING). Substance-use treatment
A Beautiful Life Therapy Llc (908-892-7317, MAYS LANDING). Children's mental-health clinic
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (609-272-1200, EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP)
Patient Care (609-484-7300, EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP)
Angels Medical Llc (609-576-5592, ATLANTIC CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Elite Medical Services Express Llc (856-390-3673, HAMMONTON). Medical & accessible transport
Hammonton Rescue Squad Inc (609-561-0220, HAMMONTON). Medical & accessible transport
Hope And Faith Beyond (609-432-7864, EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP). Medical & accessible transport
Absecon Consumer Home (Galloway)
Atlantic City Consumer Home (Atlantic City)
Atlantic County Homes, Inc. (Galloway)

Statewide programs serving Atlantic County

These serve every county in New Jersey, including Atlantic County.

The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights New Jersey (800-922-7233). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities ((609) 292-3745). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC) ((609) 777-0185). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) (973-642-8100). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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