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

Is help available in Spanish in Bronx County?

Yes. This Bronx 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 Bronx 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 Bronx County, New York

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

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

Bronx Independent Living Services (BILS) ((718) 515-2800, Bronx)
Project SEARCH — Montefiore Medical Center (Bronx). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI New York City Metro
Astor Servs for Children and Families (718-231-3400, Bronx)
BASICS Esperanza PROS (646-224-9300 x6302, Bronx)
BK Psychotherapy (718-745-4288 x2, Bronx)
Bronx Care Hospital — Outpatient 2 (718-579-7361, Bronx)
770 East 176 Street (718-466-8244, Bronx)
Adolescent Health and Wellness Center (718-991-4833, Bronx)
Albert Tuitt Educational Campus (718-649-3894, Bronx)
Ana's Place (212-620-0340, Bronx)
Happi Kids Nonprofit Corporation (BRONX)
Jm Rapport School For Career Development (BRONX)
Khalil Food Foundation Inc (BRONX)
Lavelle School for the Blind ((718) 882-1212, Bronx)
123 Baby Talks Developmental Services Llc (914-280-9210, BRONX). Early intervention (birth–3)
163rd Street Improvement Council, Inc. (917-819-8090, BRONX). Case management / support coordination
2nd Home Adc Llc (516-672-2621, BRONX). Adult day program
3rd Avenue Sadc Corp (646-255-7929, BRONX). Adult day program
Atara Home Care (212-235-5100, BRONX)
Briah Home Care (718-298-3900, BRONX)
Calvary Hospital Chha (718-430-9540, BRONX)
Centers Home Health Revival (Bronx) (718-863-8000, BRONX)

Statewide programs serving Bronx County

These serve every county in New York, including Bronx 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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