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

Is help available in Spanish in Suffolk County?

Yes. This Suffolk 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 Suffolk 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 Suffolk County, New York

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

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

Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) ((631) 880-7929, Medford)
Project SEARCH — Medford Multicare Center (Medford). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Northwell Health Huntington Hospital (Huntington). 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
NAMI Central Suffolk Long Island NY
NAMI Huntington
Brentwood Mental Health Clinic (631-853-7300, Brentwood)
Brunswick Hospital Center — Brunswick Hall (631-789-7000, Amityville)
Fam Resid and Essent Enterprises Inc — Success Community Care Clinic (631-868-1244, Oakdale)
Family Service League — Stepping Stones PROS (631-427-4001, Huntington)
Charles Evans Center, Inc - Hauppauge (516-622-8888, Hauppauge)
LISH at Central Islip (631-439-4300, Central Islip)
LISH at Manorville (631-878-8900, Manorville)
LISH at Port Jefferson Station (631-474-5100, Port Jefferson Station)
AHRC Suffolk Chapter ((631) 218-4949, Bohemia)
American Friends Of The Ranger Foundation Inc (EAST HAMPTON)
Ascent A School For Individuals With Autism (DEER PARK)
Ascent Funding Organization (DEER PARK)
27 East Speech-Language Therapy, Pllc (631-201-8870, SPEONK). Hearing & speech services
4 Ever Blessingshome Care Corp (631-833-5577, RONKONKOMA). In-home support
A And J Behavioral Health (631-560-7355, HOLBROOK). Behavioral health agency
A Gentle Touch Senior Home & Health Care (631-647-7622, BAY SHORE). In-home support
Catholic Home Care (631-828-7400, FARMINGDALE)
Centerwell Home Health (631-232-6030, HAUPPAUGE)

Statewide programs serving Suffolk County

These serve every county in New York, including Suffolk 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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