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

Is help available in Spanish in Lawrence County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Options Network - New Castle ((724) 652-5144, New Castle)
Project SEARCH — LIFE Lawrence County (New Castle). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — UPMC Jameson (New Castle). 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
Human Services Center (724-658-3578, New Castle)
Ellwood City Health Center (724-824-8185, Ellwood City)
New Castle Dental Center (724-656-3486, New Castle)
New Castle Primary Care (724-658-4564, New Castle)
Cray Education Center (NEW CASTLE)
A Bridge Home Inc. (724-856-4223, NEW CASTLE). Case management / support coordination
Achieve Rehabilitation Services And Supports (724-977-8928, NEW CASTLE). Behavioral health agency
All-Star Family Providers Llc (724-667-7969, NEW CASTLE). Day program / habilitation
Alysias Home Care Service (724-652-6500, NEW CASTLE). In-home support
Compassionate Home Healthcare, Inc (724-965-8355, NEW CASTLE)
Intrinsic, Inc (724-656-1667, NEW CASTLE)
Premier Medical Transport Llc (412-778-7575, NEW CASTLE). Medical & accessible transport
Allied Community Living ((412) 658-7258, New Castle)
Cedarcrest Apts. ((724) 657-1301, New Castle)
Highland Terrace ((724) 654-7009, New Castle)
Oakview Apts. ((412) 658-3578, New Castle)
Center For Developmental Integration (NEW CASTLE)
Disability Options Network (NEW CASTLE)
Lawrence County Association For Responsible Care (NEW CASTLE)
Oakview Of New Castle (NEW CASTLE)

Statewide programs serving Lawrence County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Lawrence 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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