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

Is help available in Spanish in Allegheny County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — UPMC Mercy (Pittsburgh). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Western and Central Pennsylvania (Headquarters) (Pittsburgh). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Linda Lanham Zeszutek School Program (Allegheny County) (West Mifflin). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Allegheny Childrens Initiative (412-431-8006, Pittsburgh)
Allegheny Health Network — Department of Psychiatry (412-330-4000, Pittsburgh)
Allied Addiction Recovery LLC (412-246-8965, Pittsburgh)
Auberle (412-673-5800 x1240, McKeesport)
AbsoluteCare Pittsburgh (412-517-3000, Pittsburgh)
Birmingham Clinic / Program for Health Care to Underserved Populations (412-246-3053, Pittsburgh)
Braddock Health Center (412-351-6300, Braddock)
Community Human Services/Wood Street Commons (412-621-4706, Pittsburgh)
ACLD Tillotson School (PITTSBURGH)
Alumni Association Of The Western Pennsylvania School For The Deaf (PITTSBURGH)
Bradley School (PITTSBURGH)
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy (Pittsburgh)
123 Pediatric Home Healthcare Corporation (412-377-9102, VERONA). In-home support
1stepforwardhomehealthcarellc (412-254-6008, DUQUESNE). In-home support
210 Fowler Road Home Care Llc (952-358-5100, WARRENDALE). In-home support
235 W Lancaster Avenue Opco, Llc (412-516-9456, MONROEVILLE). Substance-use treatment
Adapting Life Home Health Care Llc (412-251-7108, PITTSBURGH)
Advanced Home Health (412-344-4100, PITTSBURGH)
Advantage Home Health Services, Llc (412-440-0142, PITTSBURGH)
Allegheny Health Network Healthcare At Home Home H (888-599-7328, WARRENDALE)

Statewide programs serving Allegheny County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Allegheny 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

Other counties in Pennsylvania

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