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

Is help available in Spanish in Onondaga County?

Yes. This Onondaga 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 Onondaga 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 Onondaga County, New York

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

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

Arise ((315) 472-3171, Syracuse)
Project SEARCH — Upstate Medical University (Syracuse). 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
Helio Health Inc — Meadows Outpatient Services (315-471-1564, Syracuse)
Liberty Resources Inc — Brownell Center for Behavioral Health (315-472-4471, Syracuse)
Onondaga Case Management Services Inc — ACT Team Supervisor (315-472-7363 x174, Syracuse)
Saint Josephs Hospital Health Center — CPEP (315-448-6555, Syracuse)
Liberty Resources New York (315-425-1004, East Syracuse)
Liberty Resources, Inc. - Syracuse (315-425-1004, Syracuse)
SBHC - Delaware Elementary (315-435-4452, Syracuse)
SBHC - Dr. King Elementary (315-435-4031, Syracuse)
Accessible Computer Learning Inc (SYRACUSE)
Central New York Chinese School Inc (MANLIUS)
Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Boces (SYRACUSE)
Accesscny, Inc. (315-455-7591, SYRACUSE). Early intervention (birth–3)
Advocates Incorporated (315-469-9931, LIVERPOOL). Case management / support coordination
Agr Health, Llc (315-396-0823, CAMILLUS). Case management / support coordination
Aids Community Resources, Inc (315-475-2430, SYRACUSE). Case management / support coordination
Centerwell Home Health (315-461-0209, LIVERPOOL)
Hcr Home Care (315-280-0681, EAST SYRACUSE)
Nascentia Health At Home (315-476-3101, SYRACUSE)
Able Medical Transportation (315-472-3393, SYRACUSE). Medical & accessible transport
Abundant Care Medical Transportation Dba Metro Transportation (315-807-1067, SYRACUSE). Medical & accessible transport
Ace Medical Transportation (315-863-2844, LIVERPOOL). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Onondaga County

These serve every county in New York, including Onondaga 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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