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

Is help available in Spanish in Blair County?

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

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

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

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

Center for Independent Living of South Central PA ((814) 949-1905, Altoona)
Community Resources for Independence, Inc. - Altoona ((814) 940-7366, Altoona)
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Blair County PA
Home Nursing Agency Behavioral Health — Community Health Center (814-943-0414, Altoona)
James E VanZandt VA Medical Center (814-943-8164, Altoona)
UPMC BH of the Alleghenies — Childrens Community Health Center (814-946-0261, Altoona)
Altoona Behavioral Health (814-942-5000, Altoona)
Altoona Community Health Center (814-942-9600, Altoona)
Merakey Education Center (ALTOONA)
Soaring Heights School (ALTOONA)
Soaring Heights School - Mifflintown (MIFFLIN)
Adara Healthcare (814-693-1415, DUNCANSVILLE). In-home support
Alternative Community Resource Program (814-942-9425, ALTOONA). Behavioral health agency
Altoona Adult Day Care, Inc. (814-943-2273, ALTOONA). Adult day program
Altoona Home Care Agency, Llc (814-502-9687, ALTOONA). In-home support
Advantage Home Health Services, Llc (814-943-0222, ALTOONA)
Grane Home Health Care (814-695-2109, ALTOONA)
Nason Hospital Home Health Agency (814-224-2141, ROARING SPRING)
Omni Home Care (814-684-7366, TYRONE)
Altoona Logan Twp Mobile Med Emerg Dept Authority (814-943-8993, ALTOONA). Medical & accessible transport
Lamarkh (814-232-2159, ALTOONA). Medical & accessible transport
Medi-Cab Transport Llc (814-330-2405, HOLLIDAYSBURG). Medical & accessible transport
Bell Mansion Apts. ((814) 742-1210, Bellwood)

Statewide programs serving Blair County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Blair 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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