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

Is help available in Spanish in Jefferson County?

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

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

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

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

Easterseals West Virginia, Steubenville, Ohio (Steubenville). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Ohio. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Family Medical Care Comm Health Center (740-314-8258, Steubenville)
Lighthouse Counseling/Mediation Servs (740-314-5339, Steubenville)
Trinity Health System Behav Med Ctr (740-283-7861, Steubenville)
Family Medical Care Community Health Center - Jefferson County (740-314-8258, Steubenville)
FMC - SBHC Garfield East Elementary School (304-797-7733, Steubenville)
FMC - SBHC Harding Middle School (304-797-7733, Steubenville)
FMC - SBHC Indian Creek High School (740-264-2526, Steubenville)
A And K Enterprises Inc (740-314-5339, STEUBENVILLE). Behavioral health agency
A Helping Hand At Home, Llc (740-314-2892, STEUBENVILLE). In-home support
Addus Healthcare (South Carolina), Inc. (866-684-0385, WINTERSVILLE). In-home support
Alliance Integrated Care Llc (740-340-7595, STEUBENVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Capital Health Home Care (740-264-8815, WINTERSVILLE)
Carter Healthcare (740-264-6311, STEUBENVILLE)
Trinity Home Health (740-283-7501, STEUBENVILLE)
Ambulance Service, Inc. (740-283-3681, STEUBENVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Cab Express Llc (740-346-6793, BRILLIANT). Medical & accessible transport
Checker Cab Co. Of Steubenville, Inc (740-283-3681, STEUBENVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Heavenly Coach Limos (740-457-8086, STEUBENVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Rivers Landing (740-382-4885, Brilliant)
Tri State Health Services (740-314-5197, STEUBENVILLE). Home-delivered meals
Ohio Valley Down Syndrome Support Group Inc (STEUBENVILLE)
D&L Ferguson, Llc (740-264-6440, WINTERSVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Jefferson County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Jefferson 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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