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

Is help available in Spanish in Butler County?

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

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

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

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

Linda Lanham Zeszutek School Program (Butler County) (Cranberry Township). 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 Butler County PA
Butler Health System Family Services (724-284-4894, Butler)
Community Wellness Center (724-452-4453 x1393, Zelienople)
Family Pathways (724-284-9440, Butler)
Glade Run Lutheran Services (724-283-9436 x100, Butler)
Petroleum Valley Medical Center (724-756-2940, Petrolia)
Adelphoi Education At Butler (LATROBE)
Longmore Academy (MARS)
St Stephens Lutheran Academy (ZELIENOPLE)
500 Seven Fields Boulevard Ops, Llc (629-257-8260, SEVEN FIELDS). Substance-use treatment
A New Beginning Counseling Service Llc (724-504-1281, BUTLER). Behavioral health agency
Alliance For Nonprofit Resources (724-431-0095, BUTLER). In-home support
Aloha Ccp, Inc (910-777-7348, BUTLER). In-home support
Amedisys Home Health (724-284-4663, BUTLER)
At Home Nursing And Therapy Services Llc (724-452-5700, ZELIENOPLE)
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (724-285-0009, ZELIENOPLE)
Concordia Visiting Nurses (724-352-6200, CABOT)
Emc Transport Llc (724-504-5515, CHICORA). Medical & accessible transport
Health Buss Llc (724-968-7699, SLIPPERY ROCK). Medical & accessible transport
Optimal Resources Llc (724-712-1986, BUTLER). Medical & accessible transport
Alameda Gardens (724-342-6222, Butler)
Sprucewood Commons ((724) 794-4484, Slippery Rock)

Statewide programs serving Butler County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Butler 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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