Who do I call first for disability services in Columbia County, Oregon?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Oregon vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Columbia County.

Is help available in Spanish in Columbia County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Columbia 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 Columbia County, Oregon

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Columbia County, Oregon. 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 Columbia 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 Columbia County

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

The Arc of Oregon. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Columbia County
Columbia Community Mental Health — Cornerstone Residential Trt Fac (503-397-0391, Saint Helens)
Community Health Center of Clatskanie (503-728-5088, Clatskanie)
Bridge To Pathways (503-366-4540, SAINT HELENS). Substance-use treatment
Columbia Community Mental Health (503-410-5156, SAINT HELENS). Behavioral health agency
Columbia Health Services (503-397-4651, ST HELENS). Case management / support coordination
Compassionate Inhome Caregiving Of Oregon, Llc (503-396-0830, SCAPPOOSE). In-home support
Medicine Wheel Recovery Services (SAINT HELENS)
1918 Winter Street Operating Co Llc (503-397-0662, SAINT HELENS). Medical equipment & supplies
Comforting Medical Supply, Llc (503-369-2460, SAINT HELENS). Medical equipment & supplies
Fred Meyer Stores Inc (503-543-4533, SCAPPOOSE). Medical equipment & supplies
Oregon Aero, Inc. (503-543-7399, SCAPPOOSE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Columbia County

These serve every county in Oregon, including Columbia County.

Oregon Health & Science University UCEDD. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
University of Oregon UCEDD (Center on Human Development). University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Oregon (800-452-1694). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities (503-269-8930). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Access Technologies (Oregon AT Program) (503-361-1201). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
FACT Oregon ((888) 988-3228). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Oregon

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