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

Is help available in Spanish in Pierce County?

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

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

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

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

Center for Independence - Lakewood ((253) 582-1253, Lakewood)
Workforce Development [Pierce County] (Lakewood). 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
NAMI Pierce County
Casteele Williams and Associates — Comprehensive Behav Health/Main (253-536-2881, Tacoma)
Catholic Community Services — Tacoma 14th Street/Family BH (253-502-2603, Tacoma)
Center for Discovery — Tacoma (844-546-2614, Tacoma)
Child Study and Treatment Center (253-756-2504, Lakewood)
Administrative Offices (253-597-4550, Tacoma)
Graham-Kapowsin SBHC (253-354-4315, Graham)
Hilltop Regional Health Center (253-597-3813, Tacoma)
Information Technology & Training (253-597-3813, Tacoma)
A Step Ahead In Pierce Co (PUYALLUP)
Alfaretta House (Lakewood)
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ (TACOMA)
Comm Based Trans Program (Tacoma)
3 Sisters Outreach And Resources Llc (253-831-7066, UNIVERSITY PLACE). Case management / support coordination
A Brighter Tomorrow Counseling Services Inc (253-507-8367, LAKEWOOD). Behavioral health agency
A Change Into Recovery, Llc (253-841-8165, PUYALLUP). Behavioral health agency
A New Beginning Family & Trauma Counseling (206-693-1888, PUYALLUP). Behavioral health agency
Careage Home Health (253-853-4457, DUPONT)
Centerwell Home Health (253-475-6862, TACOMA)
Chi Franciscan Health At Home (253-543-7026, UNIVERSITY PLACE)
Multicare Good Samaritan Home Health (253-301-6400, TACOMA)

Statewide programs serving Pierce County

These serve every county in Washington, including Pierce 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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