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

Is help available in Spanish in Kings County?

Yes. This Kings 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 Kings 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 Kings County, New York

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

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

Brooklyn Center for Independence of the Disabled (BCID) ((718) 998-3000, Brooklyn)
Project SEARCH — Pratt Institute (Brooklyn). 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
Advanced Psychotherapy (718-437-5571 x2, Brooklyn)
Beverley Mack Harry — Consulting Services Inc (718-363-0100, Brooklyn)
BK Psychotherapy LCSW Services (718-745-4288, Brooklyn)
Bridging Access to Care Inc — Bridge to Recovery (347-505-5120, Brooklyn)
Abraham Lincoln High School (718-333-7400, Brooklyn)
Atlantic Armory Health Center (718-636-3908, Brooklyn)
Atlantic House Shelter (718-385-8335, Brooklyn)
Auburn Assessment Center (718-872-9460, Brooklyn)
Actionplay Incorporated (BROOKLYN)
Aie N A Inc (BROOKLYN)
Alecloud Kids Foundation (BROOKLYN)
Almost Fun Inc (BROOKLYN)
106-03 Flatlands Avenue # 3a (718-927-4633, BROOKLYN). Day program / habilitation
123 Learn To Speak, Inc (718-207-0959, BROOKLYN). Early intervention (birth–3)
1st Care Nj Llc (347-860-1156, BROOKLYN). Case management / support coordination
1st Choice Adc Inc (917-757-8118, BROOKLYN). Adult day program
Advent Health Care Services Llc (718-289-0000, BROOKLYN)
Americare Certified Special Services, Inc Chha (718-535-3100, BROOKLYN)
Cassena Care At Home (718-239-1850, BROOKLYN)
Excellent Home Care Services Llc (718-387-1800, BROOKLYN)

Statewide programs serving Kings County

These serve every county in New York, including Kings 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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