Who do I call first for disability services in Bernalillo County, New Mexico?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Bernalillo County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Bernalillo 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 Bernalillo County, New Mexico

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. 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 Bernalillo 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 Bernalillo County

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

Independent Living Resource Center (ILRC) ((505) 266-5022, Albuquerque)
Project SEARCH — Embassy Suites - Albuquerque, NM (Albuquerque). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — University of New Mexico Hospitals (Albuquerque). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of New Mexico. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Albuquerque
All Faiths (505-271-0329, Albuquerque)
First Choice Community Healthcare (505-768-5450, Albuquerque)
Hopeworks (505-764-8231 x209, Albuquerque)
Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center (505-222-0355, Albuquerque)
All Nations Wellness Center (505-717-2704, Albuquerque)
Client Services Center (505-766-5197, Albuquerque)
Emerson Elementary School (505-255-9091, Albuquerque)
Fcch/Alameda Center (505-890-1458, Albuquerque)
Continuation School (ALBUQUERQUE)
Design For Learning Differences School (ALBUQUERQUE)
Designs For Learning Differences Incorporated (ALBUQUERQUE)
Dld Sycamore School (ALBUQUERQUE)
1era Opcion Home Care, Llc (505-615-1737, ALBUQUERQUE). In-home support
1st Care Of New Mexico Llc (505-908-6235, ALBUQUERQUE). In-home support
2 Sisters Realty Group (505-228-8625, ALBUQUERQUE). In-home support
21st Century Quality Home Care New Mexico, Llc (832-367-9087, ALBUQUERQUE). In-home support
Advanced Home Health Of New Mexico (505-967-4274, ALBUQUERQUE)
Advantage Home Care, Inc Dba Corus Home Health (505-828-0232, ALBUQUERQUE)
Always Best Care Of Albuquerque-Rio Rancho (505-898-6262, LOS RANCHOS)

Statewide programs serving Bernalillo County

These serve every county in New Mexico, including Bernalillo County.

Center for Development and Disability. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights New Mexico (800-432-4682). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council ((505) 841-4519). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
New Mexico Technology Assistance Program ((505) 841-4464). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Parents Reaching Out (505-247-0192). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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