Who do I call first for disability services in Brown County, South Dakota?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Brown County?

Yes. This Brown County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most South Dakota agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Brown 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 Brown County, South Dakota

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Brown County, South Dakota. 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 Brown 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 Brown County

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

Independent Living Choices - Aberdeen ((605) 626-2976, Aberdeen)
The Arc of South Dakota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Avera Saint Lukes — Behavioral Health Unit (605-622-5000, Aberdeen)
Lutheran Social Services of SD — Aberdeen Area Counseling Center (605-229-1500, Aberdeen)
Northeastern Mental Health Center — Main Center (605-225-1010, Aberdeen)
Horizon Health - Aberdeen (605-725-3900, Aberdeen)
Behavioral Care Specialists Learning Center (ABERDEEN)
SDSBVI Elementary - 01 (Aberdeen)
SDSBVI High School - 02 (Aberdeen)
Adjustment Training Center, Inc. (605-229-0263, ABERDEEN). Day program / habilitation
Bethesda Home Of Aberdeen, Inc. (605-225-7580, ABERDEEN). In-home support
Filmore Foundation Llc (605-229-9041, ABERDEEN). Behavioral health agency
Huron Area Center For Independence (605-228-2488, ABERDEEN). Developmental disabilities clinic
Avera @ Home (605-622-5200, ABERDEEN)
Aberdeen Transfer Service (605-225-9600, ABERDEEN). Medical & accessible transport
Groton Community Transit, Inc. (605-397-8661, GROTON). Medical & accessible transport
Wheelchair Transit Llc (605-725-2121, ABERDEEN). Medical & accessible transport
Aberdeen Area Senior Center, Inc. (605-626-3330, ABERDEEN). Home-delivered meals
Northeastern Mental Health Center (ABERDEEN)
Northeastern Mental Health Foundation (ABERDEEN)
South Dakota Foundation For The Blind And Visually Impaired (ABERDEEN)
Avera Home Medical Equipment, Llc (605-225-5070, ABERDEEN). Medical equipment & supplies
Avera St Lukes (605-622-5000, ABERDEEN). Medical equipment & supplies
Coborns Inc (605-225-6673, ABERDEEN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Brown County

These serve every county in South Dakota, including Brown County.

Center for Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights South Dakota (800-658-4782). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
South Dakota Council on Developmental Disabilities ((605) 773-6369). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
DakotaLink ((605) 394-6742). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
South Dakota Parent Connection (605-361-3171). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in South Dakota

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