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

Is help available in Spanish in Putnam County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Putnam 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
Pathways Counseling Center Inc (419-523-4300, Ottawa)
Challenged Champions Equestrian Center Inc (OTTAWA)
Blissfully Bonded, Llc (614-499-0977, OTTAWA). Day program / habilitation
Brookhill Center Industries, Inc. (419-876-3932, OTTAWA). Day program / habilitation
Hometown Hearing Center Llc (419-523-6916, OTTAWA). Hearing & speech services
Putnam County Board Of Mental Retardation (419-876-3944, OTTAWA). Day program / habilitation
Putnam County Homecare (419-523-4449, OTTAWA)
Familycare Transit Llc (419-302-2563, FORT JENNINGS). Medical & accessible transport
Putnam County Council On Aging, Inc. (419-523-4121, OTTAWA). Medical & accessible transport
Lock Sixteen Catering Inc (419-453-3327, FORT JENNINGS). Home-delivered meals
Duraline Medical Products, Inc. (419-943-2044, LEIPSIC). Medical equipment & supplies
Franklin Pharmacy Inc (419-384-3303, PANDORA). Medical equipment & supplies
Hawkeys Inc Of Columbus Grove (419-659-2366, COLUMBUS GROVE). Medical equipment & supplies
Klass Apothecary Inc (419-523-6122, OTTAWA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Putnam County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Putnam 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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