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

Is help available in Spanish in Medina County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Westfield Group (Westfield Center). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Ohio. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Alternative Paths Inc (330-725-9195, Medina)
Bellefaire Jewish Childrens Bureau (216-320-8447, Medina)
Catholic Charities Community Servs (330-723-9615, Medina)
Infinity Counseling LLC (330-220-9679, Brunswick)
Medina County (330-723-9688, Medina)
Medina County - Wadsworth (330-723-9688, Wadsworth)
Evolve Academy (Medina)
Abbeyville House (330-273-5494, VALLEY CITY). Residential care (I/DD)
Advanced Rehab Services (330-952-1031, MEDINA). In-home support
Affirmations Counseling Services Incorporated (330-730-7353, WADSWORTH). Behavioral health agency
Alcove Ventures Llc (330-664-9250, MEDINA). Behavioral health agency
Accessible Home Health Care Of Akron (330-952-0219, MEDINA)
Axis Home Healthcare Inc (330-290-2121, MEDINA)
Community Caregivers Of Medina County Llc (330-725-9800, WADSWORTH)
Enhanced Homecare Of Medina Inc (330-952-2331, MEDINA)
Attentive Home Care Services (330-409-7871, MEDINA). Medical & accessible transport
Carlson Ambulance Transport Service, Inc. (330-225-2400, BRUNSWICK). Medical & accessible transport
Elite Medical Transportation Solutions (216-281-6000, BRUNSWICK). Medical & accessible transport
Foxx Transportation (330-725-0422, MEDINA). Medical & accessible transport
Medina Creative Living ((330) 591-4434, Medina)
Medina Creative Living Ii ((330) 591-4434, Medina)
Medina Creative Living Iii ((330) 591-4434, Medina)

Statewide programs serving Medina County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Medina 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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