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

Is help available in Spanish in Wood County?

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

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

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

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

Project SEARCH — Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital Clinics, Inc. (Wisconsin Rapids). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Marshfield Medical Center (Marshfield). 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 (715-387-2729, Marshfield)
Compass Counseling — Wisconsin Rapids (715-712-1523, Wisconsin Rapids)
Marriage and Family Health Servs Ltd (715-486-8302, Marshfield)
Northwest Csl and Guidance Clinic — Northwest Journey Wisconsin Rapids (715-424-5040, Wisconsin Rapids)
Family Health Center - Wisconsin Rapids Alcohol & Drug Recovery Center (608-716-7870, Wisconsin Rapids)
Family Health Center - Marshfield Alcohol & Drug Recovery Center (715-221-5714, Marshfield)
Family Health Center - Marshfield Dental Center & Administration (715-221-5600, Marshfield)
Family Health Center - Marshfield Primary Care Center (877-998-0024, Marshfield)
Safescreen Inc (WISC RAPIDS)
A Helping Hand Of Central Wisconsin (715-897-5911, MARSHFIELD). In-home support
Blessings Holistic Spa Llc (715-459-6457, WISCONSIN RAPIDS). Behavioral health agency
Brideway Home Health (715-897-5911, MARSHFIELD). In-home support
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Consulting Llc (715-384-2818, MARSHFIELD). Children's mental-health clinic
Compassus Home Health (715-301-7260, MARSHFIELD)
Reliaride Transport Services Llc (715-712-0201, WISCONSIN RAPIDS). Medical & accessible transport
Vrk Transit Llc (414-810-2179, WISCONSIN RAPIDS). Medical & accessible transport
Wheels Of Independence, Inc. (715-423-7818, WISCONSIN RAPIDS). Medical & accessible transport
Duane Flogstad Villa (1-800-685-9353, Wisconsin Rapids)
Jerry Drahos Villa (Wisconsin Rapids)
John Ringstand Villa (1-800-685-9353, Marshfield)
Nancy Nye Villa (1-800-685-9353, Pittsville)

Statewide programs serving Wood County

These serve every county in Wisconsin, including Wood 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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