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

Is help available in Spanish in Wayne County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Wayne 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
Anazao Community Partners (330-264-9597, Wooster)
Christian Childrens Home of Ohio (330-345-7949, Wooster)
Counseling Center of — Wayne and Holmes Counties (330-683-5106, Orrville)
OneEighty (330-264-8498, Wooster)
Aetna (330-465-6314, WOOSTER). Respite care
C8 Foundation Llc (330-749-2000, STERLING). Day program / habilitation
Catholic Charities Corporation (330-262-7836, WOOSTER). Behavioral health agency
Catholic Charities Wayne County (330-262-7836, WOOSTER). Behavioral health agency
Community Health Network Ltd (330-832-9582, WOOSTER)
Home Health Services Wooster Community Hospital (330-263-8636, WOOSTER)
Auble Funeral Home, Inc. (330-682-2966, ORRVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Blue Cavalry Transportation Llc (216-820-5202, DOYLESTOWN). Medical & accessible transport
Edgell Foster Home (330-465-5980, WOOSTER). Medical & accessible transport
Swoop Transportation Llc (330-439-0060, WOOSTER). Medical & accessible transport
Pelican Place Apts (Wooster)
Pigeon Creek I (330-697-0817, Wooster)
Wooster Housing For The Elderly (330-262-6061, Wooster)
Wrens Way ((330) 434-4141, Wooster)
Sacred Ground (MOUNT EATON)
The Counseling Center Of Wayne & Holmes Counties (WOOSTER)
Dasco-Wayne Network Home Medical Eqiupment, Llc (234-206-4508, WOOSTER). Medical equipment & supplies
Discount Drug Mart Inc (330-264-8404, WOOSTER). Medical equipment & supplies
Foot And Ankle Institute, Inc (330-658-2083, DOYLESTOWN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Wayne County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Wayne 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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