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

Is help available in Spanish in Lackawanna County?

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

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

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

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

Northeast PA Center for Independent Living ((570) 344-7211, Scranton)
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Geisinger Community Medical Center — Behavioral Health (570-703-8000 x8735, Scranton)
Jewish Family Service of — Northeastern Pennsylvania (570-344-1186, Scranton)
Moses Taylor Hospital — Senior Mental Health (570-770-6395, Scranton)
Psychological Services Center — Marywood University (570-348-6269, Scranton)
Alder Street (570-955-5524, Scranton)
Andrew C. Mazza Memorial Health Center (570-282-5189, Greenfield Township)
Carbondale Family Health Center (570-282-2031, Carbondale)
Caring Community Health Center - Mount Pleasant (570-342-8500, Scranton)
Merakey Education And Autism Center (SCRANTON)
1st Choice Therapeutics, Llc (570-587-4700, SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP). In-home support
A Better Today, Inc. (570-344-1444, SCRANTON). Behavioral health agency
Able Home Health, Llc (570-499-0228, THROOP). In-home support
Advocacy Alliance (570-855-3587, SCRANTON). Early intervention (birth–3)
A Blessing Hand Home Health, Llc (570-904-4142, SCRANTON)
Advanced Home Health Care Specialists Inc (570-343-4100, DUNMORE)
Allcare Home Health Inc (570-589-2112, MOOSIC)
Allied Services Home Health (570-348-2200, CLARKS SUMMIT)
Ark Runner (484-650-8499, SCRANTON). Medical & accessible transport
Keshav Smruti Llc (215-269-1182, SCRANTON). Medical & accessible transport
Sonam La Llc (570-862-0221, SCRANTON). Medical & accessible transport
Superiority Care Services Llc (470-423-9149, TAYLOR). Medical & accessible transport
Meals On Wheels Of Northeastern Pa Inc (570-346-2421, SCRANTON). Meal program

Statewide programs serving Lackawanna County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Lackawanna 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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