Who do I call first for disability services in Albany County, New York?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Albany County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Albany 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 Albany County, New York

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Albany County, New York. 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 Albany 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 Albany County

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

Capital District Center for Independence (CDCI) ((518) 459-6422, Albany)
Center for Disability Rights - Albany ((518) 320-7100, Albany)
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam — Childrens Mental Health Services (518-447-4550, Albany)
Albany County Dept of Mental Health — Adult Integrated Mental Health Clinic (518-447-4555, Albany)
Albany Medical Center — Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic (518-262-7239, Albany)
Capital District Psychiatric Center — Inpatient Treatment Services (518-549-6000, Albany)
500 Central WYH Services (518-465-4771, Albany)
Albany High School (518-465-4771, Albany)
Giffen Memorial School (518-475-6723, Albany)
Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Treatment Center (518-463-3882, Albany)
Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Boces (ALBANY)
Center for Disability Services, Inc. ((518) 437-5700, Albany)
Langan School/Center For Disability Services (ALBANY)
LaSalle School ((518) 242-4731, Albany)
820 River Street Inc. (518-861-6207, ALTAMONT). Substance-use treatment
Ability Home Care (347-692-6741, ALBANY). Respite care
Achievements (518-782-1178, LATHAM). Early intervention (birth–3)
Achievements Pllc (518-782-1178, WATERVLIET). Early intervention (birth–3)
Marquis Certified Home Care, Llc (518-216-0100, ALBANY)
Vna Home Health (518-489-2681, ALBANY)
1 Ambulette Inc (518-951-5550, ALBANY). Medical & accessible transport
24 Seven Medical Transportation Inc (518-417-0462, ALBANY). Medical & accessible transport
Advantage Transit Group (518-433-0100, ALBANY). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Albany County

These serve every county in New York, including Albany County.

Rose F. Kennedy University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Westchester Institute for Human Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights New York (800-993-8982). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council ((518) 486-7505). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
New York State TRAID Program (518-549-0220). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse

Other counties in New York

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