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

Is help available in Spanish in Erie County?

Yes. This Erie 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 Erie 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 Erie County, New York

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

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

Western New York Independent Living Center (WNYIL) ((716) 836-0822, Buffalo)
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
BestSelf Behavioral Health — ACT Aspire Program (716-856-2587 x1168, Buffalo)
Boulevard Recovery Center (716-833-3708, Tonawanda)
BryLin Behavioral Health System — Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (716-632-5450, Buffalo)
BryLin Hospitals Inc (716-886-8200, Buffalo)
Advancement Office (716-886-0771, Buffalo)
CHCB Benwood (716-986-9199, Buffalo)
Chcb-Bfnc (716-986-9199, Buffalo)
Community Health Center of Cheektowaga (716-986-9199 x1002, Buffalo)
Arc Erie County New York (The) ((716) 631-9515, Cheektowaga)
Aspire of Western New York, Inc. ((716) 505-5500, Cheektowaga)
Aspire Of Wny/Ctr For Learning (CHEEKTOWAGA)
Autism Services (AMHERST)
Aasha Social Adult Day Care Llc (646-744-5934, BUFFALO). Adult day program
Abc Therapeutics Occupational Therapy And Physical Therapy,Pllc (716-580-3040, AKRON). Early intervention (birth–3)
Above Home Care Inc. (716-650-0103, AMHERST). Respite care
Access Social Adult Day Care (716-336-8528, BUFFALO). Adult day program
Amedisys Home Health Care (Amherst) (716-632-6420, WILLIAMSVILLE)
Mcauley Seton Home Care Corp Chha (716-685-4870, BUFFALO)
People Home Health Svs Chha (716-874-5600, BUFFALO)
Rosa Coplon Jewish Home & Infirmary Chha (716-639-3311, GETZVILLE)
A-Line Transportation (716-440-3474, BUFFALO). Medical & accessible transport
A-Zip Transportation And Logistics Llc (716-579-5036, BUFFALO). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Erie County

These serve every county in New York, including Erie 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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