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

Is help available in Spanish in Harrison County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Harrison 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
Southeast Healthcare (740-942-4905, Cadiz)
Tri County Help Center Inc (740-942-1018, Cadiz)
Freeport Family Health Center (740-239-6447, Freeport)
Southeast, Inc. - Cadiz Health Center (740-942-4905, Cadiz)
Alternative Residences Two Inc (765-668-0978, CADIZ). Residential care (I/DD)
Harrison County Board Of Developmental Disabilities (740-695-0407, CADIZ). Early intervention (birth–3)
Live In Comfort, Llc (740-632-4765, CADIZ). In-home support
Ohio Happy Tails Wildlife Rehabilitation (HOPEDALE)
Pathways For Inclusion- A Deluca Family Initiative (CADIZ)
Belmont County Health Services Inc (740-942-2726, CADIZ). Medical equipment & supplies
Rite Aid Of Ohio Inc (740-942-3101, CADIZ). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Harrison County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Harrison 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

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