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

Is help available in Spanish in Ontario County?

Yes. This Ontario 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 Ontario 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 Ontario County, New York

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

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

Center for Disability Rights - Geneva ((315) 789-1800, Geneva)
Project SEARCH — Eastview Mall (Victor). 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
Canandaigua VAMC (585-394-2000, Canandaigua)
Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic — Inpatient Addiction Rehab Program (315-462-3000, Clifton Springs)
Elmira Psychiatric Center — Wayne Finger Lakes Day Trt/Shortsville (585-289-9649, Shortsville)
Ontario County Mental Health Center — Canandaigua Clinic (585-396-4363, Canandaigua)
Geneva Community Health (315-781-8448, Geneva)
Jordan Health at CCIA (585-396-6980, Canandaigua)
Legacy Music Inc (CANANDAIGUA)
Lochland School Inc (GENEVA)
Alyssa Hancock Lcsw (585-398-8835, VICTOR). Behavioral health agency
Andrew Dillenbeck, Lcsw (585-398-8835, VICTOR). Behavioral health agency
Bridges For Brain Injury, Inc. (585-396-0070, FARMINGTON). Case management / support coordination
Building Blocks Comprehensive Services, Inc. (585-393-0554, CANANDAIGUA). Early intervention (birth–3)
4 Secure Transportation, Corp. (585-577-7818, CANANDAIGUA). Ride service
Comprehensive Transportation, Llc (443-333-6799, VICTOR). Medical & accessible transport
Alloway Manor (Farmington)
Eagle Star Housing Inc (VICTOR)
Friends Of The Forest Wildlife Rehabilitation Inc (NAPLES)
Lakeview Health Services Inc (GENEVA)
Axismed Solutions, Llc (585-434-1528, CANANDAIGUA). Medical equipment & supplies
Buffalo Wheelchair, Inc. (585-431-0222, CANANDAIGUA). Medical equipment & supplies
Center For Orthotic And Prosthetic Care Of North Carolina, Inc (315-325-0024, GENEVA). Prosthetics & orthotics

Statewide programs serving Ontario County

These serve every county in New York, including Ontario 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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