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

Is help available in Spanish in Monroe County?

Yes. This Monroe 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 Monroe 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 Monroe County, New York

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

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

Center for Disability Rights ((585) 546-7510, Rochester)
Regional Center for Independent Living (RCIL) ((585) 442-6470, Rochester)
Project SEARCH — City of Rochester (Rochester). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — E. J. DelMonte Corporation (Rochester). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Jewish Home (Rochester). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals New York, Diagnostic \u0026amp; Treatment Center, Rochester (Rochester). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals New York, Kessler Center, Rochester (Rochester). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Hillside Childrens Center — Monroe Campus (585-256-7500, Rochester)
Hillside Childrens Center Inc — Crestwood Campus (585-429-2700, Rochester)
Liberty Resources Behav Health Clinic (585-410-3370, Rochester)
Rochester General Hospital — Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (585-922-3880, Rochester)
Administration (585-423-2878, Rochester)
Anthony L. Jordan Health Center (585-423-5800, Rochester)
Blessed Sacrament (585-368-3720, Rochester)
Booth Haven (Salvation Army) (585-368-3720, Rochester)
Agathon Institute Inc (ROCHESTER)
Easter Seals NY, Inc. ((585) 957-9247, Rochester)
Hillside Children'S Center (ROCHESTER)
Hillside Children'S Center -Andrews Trahey Campus (ROCHESTER)
A Caring Voice For You, Llc (585-257-2722, WEBSTER). In-home support
Access Mobile Care Management (585-210-3483, ROCHESTER). Case management / support coordination
Advantage Home Care, Llc (585-820-8613, ROCHESTER). In-home support
Aids Rochester, Inc. (585-442-2220, ROCHESTER). Case management / support coordination

Statewide programs serving Monroe County

These serve every county in New York, including Monroe 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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