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

Is help available in Spanish in Wayne County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Wayne Memorial Hospital (Honesdale). 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
Devereux Foundation — BHRS Program (570-839-6140, Newfoundland)
Hamlin Family Health Center (570-689-9965, Lake Ariel)
Highland Physicians Family Health Center (570-251-6500, Honesdale)
Honesdale Behavioral Health (570-251-6676, Honesdale)
Honesdale Family Health Center (570-251-6672, Honesdale)
The Zipper Junction Project Inc (LAKEVILLE)
Abetterchoice Llc (570-223-4816, HONESDALE). Behavioral health agency
Arbor Vitae Behavioral Health, Llc (570-647-9277, LAKEVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Avenues Recovery Center Of Lake Ariel, Llc (570-354-6060, LAKE ARIEL). Substance-use treatment
Center For Community Resources, Inc. (724-431-0095, HONESDALE). Behavioral health agency
Fair Hill Therapeutic Riding Center Inc (PROMPTON)
Human Resources Center Inc (HONESDALE)
The Arc Wayne County (HONESDALE)
Wayne Memorial Long Term Care Inc (WAYMART)
Apple Day Spa & Salon Inc. (570-253-4770, HONESDALE). Medical equipment & supplies
Brundages Waymart Pharmacy (570-488-7979, WAYMART). Medical equipment & supplies
Butlers Furniture Inc (570-689-0997, MOUNT COBB). Medical equipment & supplies
Medical Shoppe Ltd (570-253-7700, HONESDALE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Wayne County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Wayne 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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