Who do I call first for disability services in Hancock County, West Virginia?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and West Virginia vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Hancock County.

Is help available in Spanish in Hancock County?

Yes. This Hancock County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most West Virginia agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Hancock 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 Hancock County, West Virginia

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Hancock County, West Virginia. 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 Hancock 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 Hancock County

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

Project SEARCH — WVU Medicine Weirton Medical Center (Weirton). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of West Virginia. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Crittenton Services — Wellsprings Outpatient (304-748-3768, Weirton)
Family Care Ministries Freedom Home (304-459-3728, Chester)
Family Medical Care (304-914-3111, Weirton)
Family Medical Care Comm Health Center (304-459-4010, Newell)
CHANGE, Inc. Administration (304-797-7733, Weirton)
Family Medical Care Community Health Center - Hancock County (304-748-2828, Weirton)
Family Medical Care Community Health Center - Newell (304-459-4010, Newell)
FMC - SBHC Oak Glen Complex (304-797-7733, New Cumberland)
Change Inc Family Medical Care (304-748-2828, WEIRTON). Day program / habilitation
Committee For Hancock County Senior Citizens, Inc. (304-564-3801, NEW CUMBERLAND). Case management / support coordination
Community Bread Basket, Inc. (304-748-7595, WEIRTON). In-home support
Hancock County Sheltered Workshop Inc. (304-748-2370, WEIRTON). Behavioral health agency
Ohio Valley Home Health Services, Inc (304-459-3451, CHESTER)
Weirton Medical Center Home Health (304-797-6495, WEIRTON)
Blessed Transportation Llc (304-387-4175, CHESTER). Medical & accessible transport
Weirton Geriatric Center, Inc.(Nems) (304-723-4300, WEIRTON). Medical & accessible transport
Chestnut Manor (304-723-6890, Weirton)
Greenbrier Manor, Inc. (304 723 5440, Weirton)
Healthways Inc (WEIRTON)
Artec Medical Services (304-723-1200, WEIRTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Choice Respiratory Care, Inc (866-404-7377, WEIRTON). Medical equipment & supplies
Easy Mobility, Llc (304-723-7270, WEIRTON). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Hancock County

These serve every county in West Virginia, including Hancock County.

Center for Excellence in Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights of West Virginia (800-950-5250). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council ((304) 558-0416). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
West Virginia Assistive Technology Systems ((304) 293-4692). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
West Virginia Parent Training and Information ((304) 997-9357). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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