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

Is help available in Spanish in Ottawa County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Ottawa 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
Firelands Csl and Recovery Servs (419-734-2942, Port Clinton)
Port Clinton Health Center (419-626-5623, Port Clinton)
Engaging Opportunities Foundation (ELMORE)
Bayshore Counseling Services (149-734-5534, PORT CLINTON). Behavioral health agency
Co-Pilot Counseling (419-559-9418, OAK HARBOR). Behavioral health agency
Cornerstone Caregiving East Llc (419-871-3900, PORT CLINTON). In-home support
County Of Ottawa (567-262-3600, OAK HARBOR). Adult day program
Guiding Hands Home Health Services, Inc (419-898-5909, OAK HARBOR)
Covenant Harbor (419-898-6460, Oak Harbor)
Lutheran Housing Services #13 (Oak Harbor)
Mercy Outreach Ministries Ii (419-836-7741, Williston)
Mercy Outreach Ministries Iii (419 836-7741, Oak Harbor)
Arc Of Ottawa County (PORT CLINTON)
Mercy Outreach Ministries Vii Inc (WILLISTON)
Lane Drug Co (419-855-8363, GENOA). Medical equipment & supplies
Medi-Quip Repairs, Llc (419-898-0057, OAK HARBOR). Medical equipment & supplies
Northern Ohio Medical Specialists, Llc (419-660-0099, PORT CLINTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Rite Aid Of Ohio Inc (419-898-3911, OAK HARBOR). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Ottawa County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Ottawa 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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