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

Is help available in Spanish in Washoe County?

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

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

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

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

Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living (NNCIL) ((775) 353-3599, Sparks)
Project SEARCH — Renown Hospital (Reno). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Nevada. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Northern Nevada
Northern Nevada Adult MH Services (775-688-2001, Sparks)
Northern Nevada Hopes (775-786-4673, Reno)
Northern NV Child and Adol Services (702-486-0000, Reno)
Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (775-393-2201, Reno)
Change Point (775-348-2882, Reno)
Community Health Alliance Administration (775-329-6300, Reno)
Community Health Alliance Mobile Dental Restorative Van (775-329-6300, Reno)
Community Health Alliance Neil Road Health Center (775-329-6300, Reno)
Marvin Picollo Elementary (RENO)
Newton Learning Center (RENO)
Polygrarian Institute (RENO)
Wildflower Foundation (RENO)
3 Angels Care, Llc (775-354-6566, RENO). Behavioral health agency
A Better Solution In Home Care-Sierras Llc (775-249-0705, RENO). In-home support
A Chance For Change (916-241-5335, RENO). Behavioral health agency
A Childs World (503-516-5074, RENO). Behavioral health agency
1care Home Health Care Reno (702-462-9099, RENO)
Advanced Home Health & Hospice Of Reno (775-470-7300, RENO)
Aveanna Healthcare (775-432-1223, RENO)
Centerwell Home Health (775-858-1900, RENO)

Statewide programs serving Washoe County

These serve every county in Nevada, including Washoe 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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