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

Is help available in Spanish in Lewis County?

Yes. This Lewis 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 Lewis 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 Lewis County, New York

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

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

Northern Regional Center for Independent Living - Lowville ((315) 836-3735, Lowville)
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
North Country Transitional Living Serv — Behavioral Health and Wellness Center (315-376-5450 x221, Lowville)
Lowville Family Health Center (315-376-4600, Lowville)
North Country Family Health Center - Lowville (315-376-4500, Lowville)
Carthage Area Hospital Inc (315-543-1218, HARRISVILLE). Hearing & speech services
Cny Ddso Rome Clinic (518-402-4333, LOWVILLE). Developmental disabilities clinic
Croghan Adult Care Facility Llc (315-408-8973, CROGHAN). Respite care
Lahtze Enterprises Llc (315-376-0376, LOWVILLE). Children's mental-health clinic
Lewis County General Hospital Chha (315-376-5308, LOWVILLE)
Foothills Medical Transport (315-777-5435, LOWVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Wal-Mart Stores East Lp (315-376-4174, LOWVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lewis County

These serve every county in New York, including Lewis 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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