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

Is help available in Spanish in Perry County?

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

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

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

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

The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Diakon Family Life Services — Diakon Child Family and Comm Min (717-795-0330, New Bloomfield)
Folium Inc — DBA Laurel Life Services (717-582-9922, New Bloomfield)
Perry County (717-232-9971, Newport)
Sadler Health Center Corporation Perry County Dental (717-960-4380, Loysville)
Accentcare At Home Of Pennsylvania, Llc (717-836-7985, MARYSVILLE). In-home support
Diakon Child Family & Community Ministries (717-795-0330, NEW BLOOMFIELD). Behavioral health agency
Diakon Child, Family & Community (570-795-0330, NEW BLOOMFIELD). Behavioral health agency
Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries (570-795-0330, NEW BLOOMFIELD). Behavioral health agency
Bce Construction Inc (717-589-7564, MILLERSTOWN). Medical equipment & supplies
Bloomfield Pharmacy Inc (717-582-2313, NEW BLOOMFIELD). Medical equipment & supplies
Cresscare Medical Inc (717-567-9114, NEWPORT). Medical equipment & supplies
Foot And Ankle Specialists Of The Mid-Atlantic, Llc (717-651-0000, NEWPORT). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Perry County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Perry 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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