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

Is help available in Spanish in Herkimer County?

Yes. This Herkimer 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 Herkimer 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 Herkimer County, New York

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

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

Resource Center for Independent Living - Herkimer ((315) 866-7245, Herkimer)
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Herkimer County Mental Health Services (315-867-1465, Herkimer)
Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center — Herkimer Clinic (315-866-7630, Herkimer)
Mosaic Health Ilion (315-793-7600 x7503, Ilion)
Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego Boces (HERKIMER)
Arc Herkimer (315-574-7000, HERKIMER). day habilitation · group home (IRA) · community habilitation
Cathilic Charities Of The Diocese Of Albany (315-894-9917, ILION). Case management / support coordination
Foltscare Llc (315-866-6964, HERKIMER). Adult day program
Herkimer Cornerstone, Llc (315-868-1000, HERKIMER). Behavioral health agency
Roadys Med Transportation Llc (315-527-5491, MOHAWK). Medical & accessible transport
Brook Street Group Home (315-866-2920, Ilion)
Herkimer County Office For The Aging (315-867-1121, HERKIMER). Home-delivered meals
Mark Seven Deaf Foundation Inc (OLD FORGE)
Empire Drugs Inc (315-894-3333, ILION). Medical equipment & supplies
Martins Foods Of South Burlington Llc (315-866-4620, HERKIMER). Medical equipment & supplies
Mohawk Medical Supply Llc (315-866-3700, MOHAWK). Medical equipment & supplies
Peggy Hysack (315-823-1625, LITTLE FALLS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Herkimer County

These serve every county in New York, including Herkimer 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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