Who do I call first for disability services in Douglas County, Nevada?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Douglas County?

Yes. This Douglas County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Nevada agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Douglas 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 Douglas County, Nevada

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Douglas County, Nevada. 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 Douglas 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 Douglas County

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

The Arc of Nevada. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Western Nevada
Carson Valley Medical Center — Vitality for LIfe (775-782-1500, Gardnerville)
Rural Clinics — Douglas (775-782-3671, Gardnerville)
VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System — VA Carson Valley Outpatient Clinic (775-326-2920, Gardnerville)
Auralcare Hearing Centers Of America, Llc (775-297-4669, MINDEN). Hearing & speech services
Carson City Community Counseling Center (775-882-3945, GARDNERVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Christine C Salvo (775-782-8692, GARDNERVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Douglas County And Unincorporated Towns (775-265-5635, GARDNERVILLE). Substance-use treatment
Expand-Able Horizons (GARDNERVILLE)
Ascend Medical, Inc (775-461-1008, ZEPHYR COVE). Medical equipment & supplies
Braden Partners Lp (775-782-5822, GARDNERVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
James J Lynch Md Ltd (775-348-8800, GARDNERVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Lake Tahoe Orthopaedic Institute (775-783-3228, GARDNERVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Douglas County

These serve every county in Nevada, including Douglas County.

Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Nevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center (888-349-3843). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Nevada Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities ((775) 684-8619). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Nevada Assistive Technology Collaborative ((775) 687-0835). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Nevada PEP (Parents Encouraging Parents) (702-388-8899). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Nevada

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