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

Is help available in Spanish in Lancaster County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Empowerment Center (DEC) ((717) 394-1890, Lancaster)
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Lancaster County PA
Behavioral Healthcare Corporation (717-399-8288, Lancaster)
Commonwealth Clinical Group (717-393-3900, Lancaster)
Community Services Group — MAPS Behavioral Health Services (877-907-7970, Lancaster)
Lancaster Counseling — Catholic Charities (717-299-3659, Lancaster)
Carter & MacRae Elementary (717-299-6371, Lancaster)
Columbia Center (717-352-2577, Columbia)
Columbia Dental Center (717-801-4800, Columbia)
Columbia High/Middle School Hill Campus (717-299-6371, Columbia)
Janus School (MOUNT JOY)
New Story (MOUNTVILLE)
The Janus School (MOUNT JOY)
717 Health Llc (717-818-5462, LANCASTER). Adult mental-health clinic
A Gift Of Time, Llc (717-569-8058, LANCASTER). In-home support
A Plus Home Health Care Llc (215-272-6533, EPHRATA). In-home support
Aaron'S Acres (717-917-6101, LANCASTER). Respite care
Accentcare Home Health Of Central Pennsylvania (717-367-2571, ELIZABETHTOWN)
Amedisys Home Health (717-291-8396, LANCASTER)
Aveanna Healthcare (717-545-4940, LANCASTER)
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (717-435-1090, LANCASTER)
Better Heartz Inc (717-440-8668, COLUMBIA). Medical & accessible transport
C & D Medical Transport (717-305-0782, TERRE HILL). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Lancaster County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Lancaster 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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