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

Is help available in Spanish in Rensselaer County?

Yes. This Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer County, New York

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

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

Independent Living Center of the Hudson Valley (ILCHV) ((518) 274-0701, Troy)
The Arc of New York. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Rensselaer County Department of — Mental Health (518-686-0694, Hoosick Falls)
Rensselaer County Mental Health Dept (518-270-2800, Troy)
Samaritan Hospital — Behavioral Health (518-833-6481, Troy)
North Troy (518-833-6900, Troy)
Rensselaer-Columbia-Greene Boces (CASTLETON)
Vanderheyden Hall ((518) 283-6500, Wynantskill)
Advanced Audiology Services Pc (518-270-5802, TROY). Hearing & speech services
Audiology Services Company Usa, Llc (518-689-0792, CASTLETON). Hearing & speech services
Averill Park School District (518-674-7125, POESTENKILL). Case management / support coordination
Capital District Beginnings (518-233-0544, EAST GREENBUSH). Early intervention (birth–3)
Eddy Visiting Nurse & Rehab Association (518-274-6200, TROY)
C & L Transport Inc. (518-253-6133, RENSSELAER). Medical & accessible transport
Convington'S 24 Express, Llc (518-221-1434, TROY). Medical & accessible transport
Northeast Shuttle Service (518-235-8100, TROY). Medical & accessible transport
On Time Appointment Travels, Llc (518-268-3085, TROY). Medical & accessible transport
Greenbush Village Apts. (518-449-0777, Rensselaer)
Opec Housing (518-273-6600, Troy)
Independent Living Center Of The Hudson Valley Inc (TROY)
Little Gems Therapeutic Riding Inc (STEPHENTOWN)
Nysarc Inc (TROY)
Troy Rehabilitation And Improvement Program Inc (TROY)
Advanced Orthotics & Prosthetics , Llc (518-279-4422, TROY). Prosthetics & orthotics

Statewide programs serving Rensselaer County

These serve every county in New York, including Rensselaer 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

Other counties in New York

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