Who do I call first for disability services in Columbia County, Wisconsin?

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

Is help available in Spanish in Columbia County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Columbia 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 Columbia County, Wisconsin

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Columbia County, Wisconsin. 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 Columbia 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 Columbia County

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

The Arc of Wisconsin. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Community Services Associates — Pauquette Ctr for Psychological Servs (920-623-5578, Columbus)
Angels Loving Care, Inc. (608-291-4289, COLUMBUS). In-home support
Columbia County Hhsd (608-742-9227, PORTAGE). Behavioral health agency
Community Service Associates, Sc (608-742-5518, PORTAGE). Behavioral health agency
County Of Columbia (608-742-9227, PORTAGE). Case management / support coordination
Comfortcare Transportation Llc (608-745-8392, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
Eas-Z Medical Transport Llc (608-742-7052, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
Fico Skye Transportation Llc (608-315-8706, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
Midstate Medical Express (608-742-8603, PORTAGE). Medical & accessible transport
Covenant Place (608-838-4000, Rio)
Pat Smith Elder Locke Manor (800-685-9353, Portage)
Pioneer Place Iii (608-635-7000, Poynette)
Pioneer Place Iv (608-635-7000, Poynette)
Arc Greater Columbia County (PORTAGE)
Kindred Kids (COLUMBUS)
Nortwoods Inc Of Wisconsin (PORTAGE)
Agnesian Healthcare (920-926-5303, RANDOLPH). Medical equipment & supplies
Dean Health Systems, Inc (608-742-4131, PORTAGE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dean Retail Services, Inc. (920-623-2431, COLUMBUS). Medical equipment & supplies
Lodi Hometown Pharmacy Llc (608-592-0662, LODI). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Columbia County

These serve every county in Wisconsin, including Columbia County.

Waisman Center. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Wisconsin (800-928-8778). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities ((608) 266-7826). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
WisTech (Wisconsin Assistive Technology Program) (608-514-2513). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Wisconsin FACETS (414-374-4645). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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