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

Is help available in Spanish in Washburn County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Washburn 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
Aurora Community Counseling (715-635-4858, Spooner)
NorthLakes Community Clinic — Minong (715-466-2201, Minong)
Soar Services Inc (715-468-2841, Shell Lake)
Birchwood School District (888-834-4551, Birchwood)
NorthLakes - Minong (715-466-2201, Minong)
Northwood School District (888-834-4551, Minong)
Anchor Bay Counseling Center Llc (715-939-1393, SPOONER). Behavioral health agency
Northwest Passage - Northwest Passage Ii (715-635-7204, SPOONER). Youth residential (behavioral)
Ventures Unlimited, Inc. (715-468-2939, SHELL LAKE). Day program / habilitation
Washburn County Department Of Health And Human Services (715-468-4747, SHELL LAKE). Case management / support coordination
Hearts Of Gold (715-468-2931, SHELL LAKE)
Indianhead Medical Ctr Hha (715-468-7833, SHELL LAKE)
Spooner Health System Homecare (715-939-1738, SPOONER)
Lorraine Glassing Villa (1-800-685-9353, Spooner)
Midstate Medical, Inc (715-468-2552, SHELL LAKE). Medical equipment & supplies
Shell Lake Pharmacy Ltd (715-468-7800, SHELL LAKE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Washburn County

These serve every county in Wisconsin, including Washburn 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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