Who do I call first for disability services in El Paso County, Texas?

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

Is help available in Spanish in El Paso County?

Yes. This El Paso County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Texas agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in El Paso 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 El Paso County, Texas

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in El Paso County, Texas. 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 El Paso 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 El Paso County

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

VOLAR Center for Independent Living ((915) 591-0800, El Paso)
Project SEARCH — The Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus (El Paso). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — The Hospitals of Providence Transmountain (El Paso). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — The Hospitals of Providence- East Campus (El Paso). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — The Hospitals of Providence-Memorial Campus (El Paso). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Texas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI El Paso
El Paso Mental Health (915-249-6639, El Paso)
El Paso Psychiatric Center (915-532-2202, El Paso)
El Paso VA Healthcare System — Mental Health Service (915-564-6100, El Paso)
Alfonso Borrego Sr. Elementary School (915-465-1191, San Elizario)
Americas High School (915-533-7057, El Paso)
Andress High School (915-533-7057, El Paso)
Canutillo Middle School (915-533-7057, Canutillo)
El Paso Bridges Academy (EL PASO)
2030 Family Skills Training (915-542-0300, EL PASO). Case management / support coordination
A & K Home Care Llc (915-731-4231, EL PASO). In-home support
A Home For Lorenzo (915-213-4705, EL PASO). Adult day program
A Plus Personal Care (508-736-4851, EL PASO). In-home support
1st Care Home Health Agency (915-587-0074, EL PASO)
1st Choice Home Health (915-855-9333, EL PASO)
Advanced Healthcare (915-590-3330, EL PASO)
Agape Home Healthcare (915-820-3627, EL PASO)
Angeles Del Cielo (915-849-8978, EL PASO). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving El Paso County

These serve every county in Texas, including El Paso County.

Center on Disability and Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Texas Center for Disability Studies. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Texas (800-252-9108). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities ((512) 437-5432). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Texas Technology Access Program ((512) 232-0761). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Partners Resource Network ((800) 866-4726). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Texas

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