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

Is help available in Spanish in Richland County?

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

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

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

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

Independent Living Center of North Central Ohio (ILCNCO) ((419) 526-6770, Mansfield)
Independent Living Center of North Central Ohio, Inc. ((419) 526-6770, Ontario)
Project SEARCH — OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital (Mansfield). 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
NAMI Richland County (OH)
Catalyst Life Services (419-756-1717, Mansfield)
Family Life Counseling and — Psychiatric Services (419-774-9969, Mansfield)
Foundation for Living (419-589-5511 x212, Mansfield)
Rehab Center (419-756-1133, Mansfield)
Cornerstone OB/GYN (419-522-6800, Mansfield)
Five Points Primary Care (419-522-2239, Mansfield)
Malabar Care Connect (567-309-7333, Mansfield)
Mansfield Care Connect (419-522-6191, Mansfield)
Heartland Academy (MANSFIELD)
Advantage Family Outreach & Foster Care (419-526-5437, SHELBY). Behavioral health agency
Advantage Foster Care (419-526-5437, MANSFIELD). Behavioral health agency
Alexson Holdings, Inc. (419-774-9649, MANSFIELD). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Apollo Healthcare Services, Llc (312-344-0989, ONTARIO). In-home support
Cambridge Home Health Care, Inc (567-241-0464, ONTARIO)
Central Star Home Health Service (419-756-9449, ONTARIO)
First Choice Home Health Of Ohio, Inc (419-521-2700, ONTARIO)
Heritage Health Care (419-747-9199, MANSFIELD)
All American Transportation Services (419-589-7433, ONTARIO). Medical & accessible transport
Eith'S Liaison Services (419-210-3737, BELLVILLE). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Richland County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Richland 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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