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

Is help available in Spanish in Bedford County?

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

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

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

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

The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Bedford Somerset DBHS (814-623-5166, Bedford)
Hyndman Area Health Center (814-709-9803, Bedford)
Hyndman Area Health Center (DBA Everett Family Health Center) (814-565-3239, Everett)
Hyndman Area Health Center- Mobile Unit #1 (814-842-3206, Hyndman)
Hyndman Area Health Center-Bedford Clinic (814-263-5804, Bedford)
Ab Direct Therapy Llc (814-792-5501, BUFFALO MILLS). Hearing & speech services
Alternative Community Resource Program Inc (814-623-1212, BEDFORD). Behavioral health agency
Bedford Somerset Developmental And Behavioral Health Services (814-623-5166, BEDFORD). Behavioral health agency
Caring Healthcare Network Bedford, Llc (412-587-1355, EVERETT). Adult mental-health clinic
Bedfod County Therapeutic Riding Program (NEW ENTRPRISE)
South Central Blind Association (BEDFORD)
Frank A Rezk (814-839-4565, NEW PARIS). Medical equipment & supplies
John Roberts Enterprises Inc (814-623-9977, EVERETT). Medical equipment & supplies
Lem4, Ltd (814-623-5512, BEDFORD). Medical equipment & supplies
Main Street Drug Store Inc (814-652-5532, EVERETT). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Bedford County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Bedford 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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