Who do I call first for disability services in Benton County, Washington?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Benton County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Benton 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 Benton County, Washington

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Benton County, Washington. 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 Benton 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 Benton County

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

The Arc of Washington. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Catholic Charities Serving Central WA — Richland (509-946-4645, Richland)
Comprehensive Healthcare — Sunnyside Center (509-837-2089, Sunnyside)
Lourdes Counseling Center (509-943-9104, Richland)
Lourdes Health Crisis Services — Kennewick (509-943-9104, Kennewick)
Columbia Basin Pediatric Dentistry (509-783-1960, Kennewick)
Community Dental Care (509-837-7178, Sunnyside)
Dentistry for Kids (509-585-5437, Kennewick)
Immediate Care (509-882-3444, Sunnyside)
Adapting (RICHLAND)
Childrens Developmental Center (RICHLAND)
Special Programs (West Richland)
Action Counseling (509-735-7410, KENNEWICK). Behavioral health agency
Adult Day Services Of The Tri-Cities (509-586-5731, KENNEWICK). Adult day program
Advanced Foot Care Pllc (150-943-0640, RICHLAND). In-home support
Advent Care, Llc Dba Home Instead Senior Care (509-591-0019, KENNEWICK). In-home support
Columbia River Home Health (509-582-2273, KENNEWICK)
Sunnyside Home Health (509-837-1567, SUNNYSIDE)
Tri-Cities Home Health (509-783-1851, KENNEWICK)
Vue Home Health Llc (425-770-0425, KENNEWICK)
Aloc (509-420-6004, KENNEWICK). Medical & accessible transport
Impact Compassion Center (509-579-0006, KENNEWICK). Medical & accessible transport
Edison Terrace South ((509) 736-0800, Kennewick)
Edison Terrace West (509-736-0800, Kennewick)

Statewide programs serving Benton County

These serve every county in Washington, including Benton County.

University of Washington Institute on Human Development and Disability. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Washington (800-562-2702). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council ((360) 586-3560). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Washington Assistive Technology Act Program ((800) 214-8731). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PAVE (Partnerships for Action, Voices for Empowerment) (253-565-2266). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Washington

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