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

Is help available in Spanish in Lincoln County?

Yes. This Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln County, New Mexico

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

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

The Arc of New Mexico. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
PMS - Ruidoso Behavioral Health Center (575-630-0571, Ruidoso)
Barbara Birdsong, Lpcc, Llc (575-937-8483, RUIDOSO). Behavioral health agency
Capitan Therapy & Behavioral Health (505-273-0982, CAPITAN). Behavioral health agency
Cedar Creek Behavioral Health (505-273-0982, RUIDOSO). Behavioral health agency
Civigenics (505-354-8305, FORT STANTON). Substance-use treatment
Enhabit Home Health (575-258-0028, RUIDOSO)
Shuttle Ruidoso, Llc (575-257-1815, RUIDOSO). Medical & accessible transport
New Horizons Developmental Center Inc (CARRIZOZO)
Brazos Valley Cardio Respiratory (575-257-5083, RUIDOSO). Medical equipment & supplies
Dona Ana Medical Supply (575-257-7174, RUIDOSO). Medical equipment & supplies
Frontier Medical Equipment, Inc. (505-257-2536, RUIDOSO). Medical equipment & supplies
Linco Medical & Supply Inc (505-257-7174, RUIDOSO). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lincoln County

These serve every county in New Mexico, including Lincoln 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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