Who do I call first for disability services in Erie County, Ohio?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Ohio vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Erie County.

Is help available in Spanish in Erie County?

Yes. This Erie County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Ohio agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Erie 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 Erie County, Ohio

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Erie County, Ohio. 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 Erie 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 Erie County

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

The Arc of Ohio. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Erie County Ohio
Firelands Counseling/Recovery Services (419-557-5177, Sandusky)
Firelands Regional Medical Center (419-557-7776, Sandusky)
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center — Sandusky CBOC (419-609-1460 x46900, Sandusky)
Ecchc @ Ovh (419-626-5623, Sandusky)
ECCHC @ Sandusky Career Center (419-626-5623 x5116, Sandusky)
EHOVE Health Center (419-626-5623, Milan)
Erie County Community Health Center Mobile Unit (419-626-5623, Sandusky)
Ability Works, Inc (419-626-1048, SANDUSKY). Day program / habilitation
Amazing Angels Llc (419-357-4018, SANDUSKY). In-home support
Anthonys Villa Behavioral Health And Nursing Services L.L.C. (567-290-2658, SANDUSKY). Behavioral health agency
Anthonys Villa Inc (567-290-2658, SANDUSKY). Respite care
Cambridge Home Health Care (419-609-1960, SANDUSKY)
Frmc Home Health Services (419-557-7270, SANDUSKY)
Anthonys Villa Transportation Services L.L.C. (567-290-2658, SANDUSKY). Ride service
C-1st Llc (813-766-1643, SANDUSKY). Medical & accessible transport
D&D Rides, Llc (216-702-4242, BERLIN HEIGHTS). Medical & accessible transport
Lake Shore Medical Rides Llc (419-239-7379, SANDUSKY). Medical & accessible transport
Echo Duplexes (419-626-1048, Sandusky)
Erie Community Plaza ((419) 626-4607, Sandusky)
Northwest Ohio Voa Living Center ((419) 355-0206, Sandusky)
Woodlawn Court ((419) 624-9112, Sandusky)
Erie County Senior Center (419-626-2560, SANDUSKY). Home-delivered meals

Statewide programs serving Erie County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Erie County.

The Ohio State University Nisonger Center. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
University of Cincinnati Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Ohio (800-282-9181). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council ((614) 466-5205). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Assistive Technology of Ohio ((614) 292-7721). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) (844-382-5452). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Ohio

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