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

Is help available in Spanish in Berks County?

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

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

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

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

Abilities in Motion ((610) 376-0010, Reading)
Project SEARCH — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading (Reading). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Penn State Health St. Joseph (Reading). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania, Berks Division (Reading). 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
NAMI Berks County PA
Berks Counseling Center (610-373-4281, Reading)
Child and Family Support Services (610-376-8558, Reading)
Childrens Home of Reading (610-478-8266, Reading)
CHOR Youth and Family Services Inc (610-478-8266, Reading)
Berks Community Health Center (610-988-4838, Reading)
Berks Community Health Center - Mobile Unit (610-988-4838, Reading)
Berks Community Health Center Administrative (484-772-4091, Reading)
Berks Community Health Center at Oakbrook (610-988-4838, Reading)
New Story School (WYOMISSING)
Opportunities School (READING)
Pennsylvania School For The Deaf Alumni Association (READING)
A Part Of Our Family Home Care Agency Llc (347-299-3170, BALLY). In-home support
A Part Of Our Family Home Care Llc (610-845-0806, BALLY). In-home support
Above & Beyond Berks Llc (610-790-7186, TEMPLE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Ageless Harmony Adult Senior Day Care (610-685-2382, WEST LAWN). Adult day program
Angels Of Care Of Pa (610-376-1160, WYOMISSING)
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (610-375-3800, WYOMISSING)
Caresense Health, Llc (888-444-8157, READING)

Statewide programs serving Berks County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Berks 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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