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

Is help available in Spanish in Luzerne County?

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

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

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

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

Anthracite Region Center for Independent Living ((570) 455-9800, Hazleton)
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Childrens Service Center of — Wyoming Valley Inc (570-825-6425, Wilkes Barre)
First Hospital Wyoming Valley (570-552-3900, Kingston)
Northeast Counseling Services (570-455-6385, Hazleton)
Barnes Building (570-825-6425, Wilkes Barre)
Black Creek Health Center (570-704-3454, Sugarloaf)
Caring Community Health Center - Hazleton (570-459-9730, Hazle Township)
Caring Community Health Center - Kistler Clinic (570-829-2621, Wilkes Barre)
Genesis School (KINGSTON)
Graham Academy (KINGSTON)
Graham Academy High School (LUZERNE)
Milford E Barnes Jr School (WILKES BARRE)
20/20 Counseling (570-285-8025, KINGSTON). Behavioral health agency
A Better Today, Inc. (570-455-9222, HAZLETON). Behavioral health agency
Abilities Behavioral Health (773-317-4452, WARRIOR RUN). Day program / habilitation
Advanced Hearing Solutions (570-820-3277, WILKES BARRE). Hearing & speech services
All Care Home Care, Inc (570-459-3002, HAZLETON)
Associated Family Home Care, Inc. (570-283-5917, KINGSTON)
Aveanna Healthcare (570-371-5606, WILKES BARRE)
Aveanna Home Health (570-655-3581, WEST PITTSTON)
G5 Taxi (570-225-0055, WILKES BARRE). Medical & accessible transport
Hazleton Ambulette Services Inc. (570-599-4008, HAZLETON). Medical & accessible transport
Keystone Adult Daycare (570-719-0761, LARKSVILLE). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Luzerne County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Luzerne 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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