Who do I call first for disability services in Richmond City, Virginia?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Richmond City?

Yes. This Richmond City guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Virginia agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Richmond City?

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 Richmond City, Virginia

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Richmond City, Virginia. 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 Richmond City

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 Richmond City

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

Project SEARCH — Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital (Richmond). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Virginia. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Dominion Outpatient Services (804-272-2000 x5, Richmond)
Leaders for Life (804-477-6137, Richmond)
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (804-819-4000, Richmond)
Caritas (804-783-2505 x236, Richmond)
Daily Planet Health Services (804-783-2505, Richmond)
Daily Planet Health Services Mobile Unit (804-783-2505, Richmond)
Daily Planet Healthcare For The Homeless Program (804-783-2505 x230, Richmond)
Amelia Street Special Education (Richmond)
Lifebridge Academy (RICHMOND)
Pre-School Dev. Center (Richmond)
Real Special Ed Ctr (Richmond)
10 Four Llc (804-306-2587, RICHMOND). Behavioral health agency
A Better Path Support Services (804-624-7218, RICHMOND). Behavioral health agency
A New Legacy Family Services (804-441-5366, RICHMOND). Behavioral health agency
A New You Care Services Llc (804-439-0486, RICHMOND). Respite care
Centerwell Home Health (804-672-7500, RICHMOND)
Jobeka Health Care Services Llc (732-277-8100, RICHMOND)
Welcome Homecare (804-745-0054, RICHMOND)
Abraham Youth & Family Services (804-675-9204, RICHMOND). Medical & accessible transport
Afia Medical Transportation Ltd (804-986-7698, RICHMOND). Medical & accessible transport
Ali Medical Transport (804-745-4795, NORTH CHESTERFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
Amazing Transportation Llc (804-999-9931, RICHMOND). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Richmond City

These serve every county in Virginia, including Richmond City.

Partnership for People with Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
disAbility Law Center of Virginia (800-552-3962). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities ((804) 786-0016). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Virginia Assistive Technology System ((804) 662-9990). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) (703-923-0010). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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