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

Is help available in Spanish in Philadelphia County?

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

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

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

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

Liberty Resources ((215) 634-2000, Philadelphia)
Project SEARCH — Aramark Global Headquarters (Philadelphia). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Drexel University (Philadelphia). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Education Center at the School District of Philadelphia ("at 440") (Philadelphia). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Southeastern Pennsylvania, Allegheny (Philadelphia). 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
Albert Einstein Medical Center — Outpatient Behavioral Health (215-456-9850, Philadelphia)
Asociacion Puertorriquenos — En Marcha (267-296-7220, Philadelphia)
Belmont Behavioral Hospital (844-836-7866, Philadelphia)
Best Behavioral Healthcare (215-744-4343, Philadelphia)
Abbottsford Falls Health Center (267-597-3600, Philadelphia)
Al-Assist Behavioral Health Care (215-339-1070, Philadelphia)
Bainbridge (215-563-0652, Philadelphia)
Broad Street Ministry (215-985-4448 x54448, Philadelphia)
Big Picture Philadelphia (PHILADELPHIA)
Buttonwood Farms Inc (PHILADELPHIA)
Community Council Education Services Inc (PHILADELPHIA)
Easterseals of Southeastern PA (Philadelphia Area) (PHILADELPHIA)
1 Alliance Homecare Llc (267-972-6916, PHILADELPHIA). In-home support
1st Choice Home Health Care-Pa, Llc. (267-688-9644, PHILADELPHIA). In-home support
1st Independence Llc (215-278-9237, PHILADELPHIA). In-home support
2 Caring Hands Home Health Care Inc (215-873-1420, PHILADELPHIA). In-home support
Act Home Health Services Inc (215-389-1800, PHILADELPHIA)
Adwa Home Care Inc (215-592-8848, PHILADELPHIA)

Statewide programs serving Philadelphia County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia 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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