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

Is help available in Spanish in Travis County?

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

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

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

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

Austin Resource Center for Independent Living (ARCIL) ((512) 832-6349, Austin)
Project SEARCH — Ascension Seton Northwest (Austin). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Baylor Scott & White Medical Center South Austin (Austin). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas (Ascension) (Austin). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Lonestar, Austin (main office) (Austin). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals Lonestar (Austin). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Texas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Ascension Seton Behavioral Healthcare (512-324-2039, Austin)
Austin Lakes Hospital — Psychiatric Hospital (512-544-5951, Austin)
Austin Oaks Hospital (512-440-4800, Austin)
Cross Creek Hospital (512-215-3900, Austin)
Bmhc (512-978-9015, Austin)
Capital Plaza - MAT Clinic (512-978-9015, Austin)
Care Connections Clinic (512-978-9015, Austin)
Community First Health Center (512-978-9015, Austin)
Adventurers Academy Of Lifelong Learning (AUSTIN)
Advocacy For Living In Mainstream America (AUSTIN)
Austin Gifted (AUSTIN)
Breakthrough (AUSTIN)
1pointe Health Llc (512-900-6104, AUSTIN). Self-direction / supports brokerage
1st Tier Healthcare Llc (512-552-0516, AUSTIN). In-home support
3e & J Llc (512-375-4328, AUSTIN). Adult day program
A Caring Heart And Hands, Inc. (512-705-9515, AUSTIN). In-home support
A Prime Medical Home Health Inc (512-476-9600, MANOR)

Statewide programs serving Travis County

These serve every county in Texas, including Travis 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

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