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

Is help available in Spanish in Carbon County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Carbon 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
Behavioral Health Associates Partial — Partial Hospitalization Prog for Child (610-379-9306, Lehighton)
Carbon Learning and Achievement School (610-769-4111 x1254, Lehighton)
ReDCo Group — Lehighton (610-392-7777, Lehighton)
Saint Lukes Blue Mountian — Behavorial Health Services (610-377-1300, Lehighton)
Star Community Health Dental Van - Lehighton (610-377-7635, Lehighton)
Star Community Health-Lansford (272-639-5020, Lansford)
Behavioral Health Associates Isst (WEISSPORT)
Mahoning Valley Academy (LEHIGHTON)
Packer Ridge Academy (LEHIGHTON)
Valley Ridge Academy (LEHIGHTON)
Behavioral Health Associates (610-379-9304, WEISSPORT). Behavioral health agency
Behavioral Health Isst Mahoning (484-629-5992, LEHIGHTON). Behavioral health agency
Blue Mountain Hospital (610-379-4880, LEHIGHTON). Adult day program
Carbon - Monroe - Pike Drug & Alcohol Commission, Inc (610-377-5177, LEHIGHTON). Substance-use treatment
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (610-377-4717, LEHIGHTON)
St. Ann Senior (570-805-4640, Lansford)
Blue Mountain Mobility Inc (610-377-5079, LEHIGHTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Eckerd Corporation (610-377-4262, LEHIGHTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Educare Of Pa Inc. (610-379-9304, WEISSPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Health Solutions, Inc. (610-379-0300, LEHIGHTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Carbon County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Carbon 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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