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

Is help available in Spanish in Putnam County?

Yes. This Putnam 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 Putnam 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 Putnam County, New York

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

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

Putnam IL Services - Brewster ((845) 228-7457, Brewster)
Project Soar (Carmel). 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
NAMI Putnam County
CoveCare Center — PROS Program (845-225-2700 x221, Carmel)
Rockland Psychiatric Center — Putnam Clinic (845-278-2500, Brewster)
VA Hudson Valley Healthcare System — FDR/Carmel Community Clinic (845-228-5291, Carmel)
Hudson Valley Regional Community Health Centers - Putnam (845-278-6930, Brewster)
Open Door Family Medical Center @ Brewster (845-279-6999, Brewster)
Green Chimneys Children’s Services ((845) 279-2995, Brewster)
Green Chimneys School (BREWSTER)
Green Chimneys School For Little Folk (BREWSTER)
Adg Health Care Holdings Inc (845-363-1336, BREWSTER). In-home support
Advocates For Exceptional Children, Inc. (845-526-1177, PUTNAM VALLEY). Case management / support coordination
Advocates For The Disabled Inc. (845-225-6224, CARMEL). Case management / support coordination
Afec Services Llc (914-589-5142, PUTNAM VALLEY). Early intervention (birth–3)
Ace Ambulette Service Corp. (845-519-5595, MAHOPAC). Medical & accessible transport
B&B Ambulette Corp (845-279-3435, BREWSTER). Medical & accessible transport
Clearview Ambulette Inc (203-512-4410, PATTERSON). Medical & accessible transport
Elektra Transport Inc (929-920-7678, PATTERSON). Ride service
Lakeview Senior Apartments (Carmel)
Putnam Residence (Patterson)
Senior Housing at Mahopac Hills (Carmel)
Friends Network Inc (BREWSTER)

Statewide programs serving Putnam County

These serve every county in New York, including Putnam 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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