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

Is help available in Spanish in King County?

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

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

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

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

Disability Empowerment Center ((206) 545-7055, Seattle)
Disability Empowerment Center - Auburn ((206) 545-7055, Auburn)
Project SEARCH — Seattle Children's Hospital-Research-Foundation (Seattle). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Washington State Administration Office (Seattle). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Workforce Development [King County] (Seattle). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Washington. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Asian Counseling and Referral Service (206-695-7600, Bellevue)
Associated Behavioral Healthcare Inc — West Seattle Branch (425-646-7279, Seattle)
Atlantic Street Center (206-329-2050, Seattle)
Catholic Community Services (253-246-2434, Federal Way)
Acrs (206-788-3700, Seattle)
Auburn Public Health Center (206-296-8400, Auburn)
Catholic Community Services Federal Way Day Center (206-323-6366, Federal Way)
Cleveland School-Based Health Center (206-263-2608, Seattle)
Birth to Age 2 (Kent)
Birth to Three Development Center (Federal Way)
Bridges Transition (Seattle)
Brock'S Academy (WOODINVILLE)
2nd Chance Recovery Center (206-242-4915, BURIEN). Behavioral health agency
4th Line Services Incorproated (206-557-2926, MAPLE VALLEY). In-home support
A Maje Manor Adult Family Home Llc (425-586-0255, BELLEVUE). In-home support
A Positive Alternative (206-547-2996, SEATTLE). Behavioral health agency
Amedisys Home Health (225-292-2031, BELLEVUE)
Amicable Health Care (206-246-0550, SEATAC)

Statewide programs serving King County

These serve every county in Washington, including King 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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