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

Is help available in Spanish in Chester County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Main Line Health - Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital (Malvern). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Phoenixville Hospital (Phoenixville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Chester County PA
Brandywine Hospital (610-383-8000, Coatesville)
CareLink Community Support Services — Marsh Creek (610-458-0685, Downingtown)
Center for Families (866-432-0054, Malvern)
Chester County Intermediate Unit (484-237-5192, Downingtown)
Coatesville - Medical and Dental (717-299-6371, Coatesville)
Community Health & Dental Care Mobile Dental Unit #1 (610-326-9460, Pottstown)
Community Health & Dental Care, Inc. (610-326-9460 x222, Pottstown)
LCH Health and Community Services (610-444-7550, Kennett Square)
Camphill Soltane (GLENMOORE)
Camphill Special School Inc (GLENMOORE)
Cidds Learning Center (WEST CHESTER)
Devereux Day School-Cares (DOWNINGTOWN)
235 W Lancaster Avenue Opco, Llc (484-654-9900, DEVON). Substance-use treatment
A Better Life Home Health Services (610-444-1079, KENNETT SQUARE). In-home support
A Guided Heart Home Care Llc (610-563-4829, PAOLI). In-home support
A Loving Place Home Care (463-701-2598, WAYNE). In-home support
Always Independent Inc. (267-343-5026, POTTSTOWN)
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (610-873-8202, WEST CHESTER)
Coastal Health Connections (610-738-4224, MALVERN)
Criticare Home And Nursing Services (610-675-1111, CHADDS FORD)

Statewide programs serving Chester County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Chester 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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