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

Is help available in Spanish in Cortland County?

Yes. This Cortland 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 Cortland 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 Cortland County, New York

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

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

Access to Independence of Cortland County, Inc. ((607) 753-7363, Cortland)
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Cortland Community Services Board — Horizon House (607-758-6100, Cortland)
Guthrie Cortland Medical Center (607-756-3701, Cortland)
Cincinnatus Medical Office (607-863-4126, Cincinnatus)
Cortland Medical Office (607-758-3008, Cortland)
Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc. (607-753-3797, Homer)
Homer Medical Office (607-753-3797, Homer)
Asi Of Cortland, Llc (607-756-4167, CORTLAND). Behavioral health agency
Catholic Charities Of Cortland County (607-756-5992, CORTLAND). Case management / support coordination
Cortland County County Treasurer (607-758-6100, CORTLAND). Respite care
Cortland County Health Dept Children With Special Needs (607-753-5135, CORTLAND). Early intervention (birth–3)
Guthrie Home Health (607-756-3646, CORTLAND)
Cmh Services, Inc (607-756-3880, CORTLAND). Medical equipment & supplies
Cvs Albany Llc (607-753-3230, CORTLAND). Medical equipment & supplies
Eckerd Corporation (607-753-3029, CORTLAND). Medical equipment & supplies
Orthotics Partners Plus Llc (607-756-8831, CORTLAND). Prosthetics & orthotics

Statewide programs serving Cortland County

These serve every county in New York, including Cortland 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

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