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

Is help available in Spanish in Sussex County?

Yes. This Sussex 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 Sussex 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 Sussex County, New Jersey

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

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

Project SEARCH — Newton Medical Center - Atlantic Health System (Newton). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of New Jersey. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Zufall Health Center - Sussex (973-862-6650, Newton)
Broadstep Academy (Sussex County)
Lakeland Andover School (NEWTON)
Northern Hills Academy (SPARTA)
Somerset Hills Learning Institute (Sussex County)
Aba Family Services Llc (718-775-0110, STANHOPE). In-home support
Able Support Coordination Llc (973-876-2130, HIGHLAND LAKES). Case management / support coordination
Active Community Services Llc (201-349-0724, NEWTON). In-home support
Advancing Opportunities, Inc. (973-300-0558, NEWTON). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Above The Rest Transport Llc (973-940-1881, SPARTA). Medical & accessible transport
Lifeline Medical Transport Llc (973-383-1000, NEWTON). Medical & accessible transport
Advance Housing 2009 (Lafayette)
Community Hope VII Consumer Ho (Sussex)
Community Hope VIII Consumer Home (Franklin)
SCARC Residential Expansion Project (Newton)
Action Wellness Studio (NEWTON)
Helping Horseshoe Therapeutic Riding Club (NEWTON)
Independent Living Realities Inc (SPARTA)
Scarc Inc (AUGUSTA)
A Coppola Associates Inc (973-398-6066, HOPATCONG). Medical equipment & supplies
Acme Markets Inc (973-764-5380, VERNON). Medical equipment & supplies
Advanced Medical And Wellness Centers Llc (973-383-5533, NEWTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Sussex County

These serve every county in New Jersey, including Sussex 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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