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

Is help available in Spanish in Shawano County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Shawano 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
NAMI Wolf River Region WI
Lutheran Counseling and Family — Services of Wisconsin Inc (414-536-8333, Shawano)
Shawano County Department of — Human Services (715-526-4700 x2, Shawano)
ThedaCare Behavioral Health — Shawano (920-720-2300, Shawano)
Visions Junior Senior High School (WITTENBERG)
Bridge The Gap, Inc (715-526-3791, SHAWANO). Behavioral health agency
Choices Counseling Llc (920-822-1867, PULASKI). Behavioral health agency
County Of Shawano (715-526-3158, SHAWANO). Residential care (I/DD)
King Psychological Services (715-524-5355, SHAWANO). Behavioral health agency
Donald Wick Villa (715-357-3334, Wittenberg)
Allen Mattson Wheelchair Ramp Foundation Inc (SHAWANO)
Aurora Medical Group, Inc. (715-526-6244, SHAWANO). Medical equipment & supplies
Baycare Clinic Llp (920-288-5555, SHAWANO). Medical equipment & supplies
Joan Ostermeier Physical Therapy Limited Partnerhsip (715-253-2939, WITTENBERG). Medical equipment & supplies
Mchs Hospitals Inc (715-253-2119, WITTENBERG). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Shawano County

These serve every county in Wisconsin, including Shawano 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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