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

Is help available in Spanish in Lehigh County?

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

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

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

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

Community Resources for Independence - Allentown ((610) 266-5853, Allentown)
Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living ((610) 770-9781, Allentown)
Liberty Resources - Allentown ((610) 432-3880, Allentown)
Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley Division (Allentown). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Adolescent Transitions Partial Hosp — Lehig Valley Health Network (610-402-5930, Allentown)
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems (610-435-4151, Allentown)
KidsPeace (610-799-8910, Allentown)
Malvern Comm Health Services Inc — Allentown (610-941-3390 x1115, Allentown)
Center for Women's Medicine (610-402-1600, Allentown)
Centro de Salud (610-969-3600, Allentown)
Children's Clinic (610-969-4300, Allentown)
Children's Clinic at Hays (610-969-4301, Allentown)
Carbon Lehigh Special Needs Childrens Foundation (SCHNECKSVILLE)
Centennial School (BETHLEHEM)
Centennial School Lehigh Univ (BETHLEHEM)
Community Service Foundation Inc (BETHLEHEM)
Abraham Village,Inc. (610-965-1774, MACUNGIE). In-home support
Acousticare Hearing And Audiology (610-216-4977, ALLENTOWN). Hearing & speech services
Adl Senior Care Llc (610-606-1426, ALLENTOWN). In-home support
Allen Audiology Llc (610-439-1196, ALLENTOWN). Hearing & speech services
1st Care Home Health Services Of Pennsylvania (610-266-3999, ALLENTOWN)
Around The Clock Nursing Inc (610-443-9980, ALLENTOWN)
Aveanna Healthcare (610-432-7403, ALLENTOWN)

Statewide programs serving Lehigh County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Lehigh 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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