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

Is help available in Spanish in Thurston County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — The Evergreen State College (Olympia). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Washington. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Behavioral Health Resources — Main Office (360-704-7170, Olympia)
Community Youth Services (360-943-0780, Olympia)
Emily Program — South Sound (888-364-5977, Lacey)
Sea Mar Behavioral Health — Yelm/Sea Mar Community Health Centers (360-400-4860, Yelm)
Sea Mar CHC - Lacey Woodland Square Loop (360-359-4840, Lacey)
Sea Mar CHC - Olympia 3030 Limited Lane NW (360-491-1399, Olympia)
Sea Mar CHC - Olympia Ensign Rd NE (360-742-5000, Olympia)
Sea Mar CHC - Tumwater 6334 Littlerock Rd. SW (360-704-7590, Tumwater)
Foundation For Lgfa (OLYMPIA)
Youth Acting Studio Foundation (OLYMPIA)
2021 Boulevard Cohousing Llc (360-259-5000, OLYMPIA). In-home support
Above Home Health Llc (360-350-0123, OLYMPIA). In-home support
Adaptive Living, Llc (360-209-4199, OLYMPIA). Behavioral health agency
Andrea Broadwater Counseling And Consulting, Llc (734-210-0308, LACEY). Behavioral health agency
Providence At Home With Compassus, Puget Sound South (360-459-8311, LACEY)
American Service Medicar Co. (253-205-4918, OLYMPIA). Ride service
Enlightenment Non Medical Transportation Llc (360-490-0547, OLYMPIA). Medical & accessible transport
Horizon Medical Transport (360-491-6983, LACEY). Medical & accessible transport
Ovation Transportation Inc (859-287-6494, LACEY). Medical & accessible transport
Providence St Francis House ((360) 493-5700, Olympia)
Guardian Angels Home Health Services Llc (360-910-9164, YELM). Meal program
Interfaith Works (360-357-7224, OLYMPIA). Meal program

Statewide programs serving Thurston County

These serve every county in Washington, including Thurston 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

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