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

Is help available in Spanish in Milwaukee County?

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

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

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

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

IndependenceFIRST ((414) 291-7520, Milwaukee)
Project SEARCH — Children's Wisconsin (Milwaukee). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Froedtert Hospital (Milwaukee). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Milwaukee County Zoo (Milwaukee). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Adult Day Services, Wauwatosa (Wauwatosa). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin, Corporate Guardianship Program (West Allis). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin, West Allis (main office) (West Allis). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Wil-O-Way Grant (South Milwaukee). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Access Recovery — Mental Health Services (414-269-8356, Milwaukee)
Alternatives in Psych Consultation SC (414-358-7144, Milwaukee)
American Behavioral Clinics — Layton Clinic (414-281-1677, Milwaukee)
Ascension — Saint Francis Hospital (414-647-7444 x7444, Milwaukee)
12th Street Urgent Care (414-935-8000, Milwaukee)
Ascension St. Ben's Clinic (414-527-8191, Milwaukee)
C. H. Mason Health Clinic (414-249-4613, Milwaukee)
Carmen Schools (414-837-4000, Milwaukee)
American Academy For Cerebral Palsy And Development Medicine (MILWAUKEE)
Beyond The Books Inc (GREENFIELD)
Fire Foundation Of Milwaukee Inc (SHOREWOOD)
La Causa Inc (MILWAUKEE)
16th Street Community Health Center Inc. (414-672-1353, MILWAUKEE). Children's mental-health clinic
1vision Outreach Resource Center (414-899-7753, MILWAUKEE). Case management / support coordination
360holdings Llc (262-888-0038, MILWAUKEE). In-home support

Statewide programs serving Milwaukee County

These serve every county in Wisconsin, including Milwaukee 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

Other counties in Wisconsin

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