Who do I call first for disability services in Bristol County, Rhode Island?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Rhode Island vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Bristol County.

Is help available in Spanish in Bristol County?

Yes. This Bristol County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Rhode Island agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Bristol 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 Bristol County, Rhode Island

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Bristol County, Rhode Island. 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 Bristol 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 Bristol County

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

The Arc of Rhode Island. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
2 Old County Road (401-246-1195, Barrington)
East Bay Recovery Center (401-374-3129, Warren)
Barrington Farm School (BARRINGTON)
Barrington Behavioral Health Services, Llc (401-245-0015, BARRINGTON). Children's mental-health clinic
Corliss Institute, Inc. (401-245-3609, WARREN). Day program / habilitation
East Bay Center, Inc. (401-437-8844, BARRINGTON). Behavioral health agency
East Bay Community Action Program (401-246-1195, BARRINGTON). Behavioral health agency
Elder Care I (401-253-2080, Bristol)
Elder Care Ii (401-253-2080, Bristol)
Main Street Apartments (401-245-6100, Warren)
Campagna Inc (401-253-8808, BRISTOL). Medical equipment & supplies
Medical Associates Of Rhode Island Inc. (401-253-8900, BRISTOL). Medical equipment & supplies
Medical Associates Of Ri Inc (401-253-8900, BRISTOL). Medical equipment & supplies
Pappas Physical Therapy Llc (401-396-9581, BRISTOL). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Bristol County

These serve every county in Rhode Island, including Bristol County.

Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Rhode Island (800-733-5332). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council ((401) 737-1238). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Rhode Island Assistive Technology Access Partnership (ATAP) ((401) 871-1145). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) (401-270-0101). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Rhode Island

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