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

Is help available in Spanish in Portage County?

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

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

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

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

Midstate Independent Living Choices, Inc. ((715) 344-4210, Stevens Point)
Project SEARCH — Aspirus Hospital Stevens Point (Stevens Point). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Wisconsin. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Childrens Wisconsin (715-341-6672, Stevens Point)
Portage Cnty Hlth and Human Servs (715-345-5350, Stevens Point)
Bridge Community Health Clinic - Rosholt ES MS HS (715-848-4884, Rosholt)
Noble Community Clinics - Stevens Point (800-942-5330, Stevens Point)
4u Adult Day Service, Llc (715-544-4154, PLOVER). Respite care
Acs Clinical Services (715-295-9618, STEVENS POINT). Behavioral health agency
Advocate Psychotherapy Services Llc (715-544-4435, STEVENS POINT). Behavioral health agency
Arrow Academy Inc (715-498-5008, STEVENS POINT). Behavioral health agency
International Quality Homecare Of Wisconsin, Llc (507-252-8117, STEVENS POINT)
Transitions Home Health Of Central Wisconsin (715-544-2322, STEVENS POINT)
Ambu-Lift Llc (715-343-1804, STEVENS POINT). Medical & accessible transport
Ambulance Alternatives Incorporated (715-343-1804, STEVENS POINT). Medical & accessible transport
Courtesy Carriers, Inc. (715-341-5599, STEVENS POINT). Medical & accessible transport
Street Ride (262-527-4195, STEVENS POINT). Medical & accessible transport
John Slaby Villa (1-800-685-9353, Stevens Point)
Advanced Pain Management Sc (414-325-7246, STEVENS POINT). Medical equipment & supplies
Advantage Mobility & Services Llc (715-341-2712, STEVENS POINT). Medical equipment & supplies
Alpine Medical Supply, Inc (715-345-1771, PLOVER). Medical equipment & supplies
Alpine Supply, Llc (715-345-1771, PLOVER). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Portage County

These serve every county in Wisconsin, including Portage 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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