Who do I call first for disability services in Adams County, Pennsylvania?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Adams County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Adams 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 Adams County, Pennsylvania

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Adams County, Pennsylvania. 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 Adams 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 Adams County

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

Project SEARCH — Wellspan Health Gettysburg Hospital (Gettysburg). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Folium Inc — DBA Laurel Life Services (717-398-2025, Gettysburg)
Hoffman Homes for Youth (717-359-7148, Littlestown)
Paradise Counseling — Catholic Charities (717-259-9537, Abbottstown)
TrueNorth Wellness Services (717-334-9111, Gettysburg)
Gettysburg Center (717-337-9400, Gettysburg)
Hoffman Academy (LITTLESTOWN)
Adams County Office For Aging, Inc. (717-334-9296, GETTYSBURG). Case management / support coordination
Children'S Aid Society (717-624-4461, NEW OXFORD). Behavioral health agency
Christian Counseling Associates Of Western Pennsylvania (724-396-1510, GETTYSBURG). Behavioral health agency
Coll The Slp, Llc (717-602-9536, GETTYSBURG). Hearing & speech services
Compassion Transport Services (717-688-9498, BIGLERVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Triune Transportation Services, Llc (717-434-2903, ABBOTTSTOWN). Medical & accessible transport
Cecilian Village ((717) 521-7172, Mc Sherrystown)
St. Josephs Village ((717) 637-4441, Mc Sherrystown)
Arc Of Adams County (BIGLERVILLE)
Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program Inc (GETTYSBURG)
Brb Holdings Llc (301-448-9527, FAIRFIELD). Medical equipment & supplies
Choice Critical Care Rx Llc (717-630-2773, EAST BERLIN). Medical equipment & supplies
Choice Health Care, Inc. (717-630-8858, MCSHERRYSTOWN). Medical equipment & supplies
Complete Family Foot Care Center,Pc (717-359-5300, LITTLESTOWN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Adams County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Adams County.

Institute on Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Pennsylvania (800-692-7443). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council ((717) 787-6057). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
TechOWL (Technology for Our Whole Lives) ((215) 204-1356). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PEAL Center (Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership) ((412) 281-4404). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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