Banner County
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Local offices in Banner County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Nebraska DHHS ACCESSNebraska kiosk, Gering
1600 10th Street, Gering, NE
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- Economic assistance applicationsResidents can use the DHHS kiosk to apply for economic assistance programs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhs.ne.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Northwest Community Action Partnership
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- Community servicesThe agency offers programs that help residents with housing costs, food, and other community needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ncap.info
Public health · Regional office
Panhandle Public Health District
18 West 16th Street, Scottsbluff, NE 69361
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- Public health servicesThe district provides public health services to communities across the Nebraska Panhandle.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pphd.org
Human services · County office
Banner County Offices
204 State Street, Harrisburg, NE 69345
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- County government servicesContact county offices for help with county records, taxes, elections, and other county services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bannercountyne.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
Banner County Court
1725 10th Street, Gering, NE 69341
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- County court servicesResidents can arrange court records and services for Banner County through the Scotts Bluff County Courthouse.
- Legal self-help informationThe Nebraska Judicial Branch provides forms and information for people representing themselves in court.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nebraskajudicial.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Panhandle Aging and Disability Resource Center
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- Aging and disability resource helpOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can get information about support services and benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on panhandleadrc.org
Veterans · County office
Banner County Veterans Service Office
1825 10th Street, Gering, NE 69341
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- Veterans benefits helpThe service officer helps veterans and their families understand benefits and file claims.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bannercountynegov.org
Emergency help · Regional office
Region 22 Emergency Management
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- Emergency preparednessThe emergency manager coordinates local planning for emergencies and disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bannercountyne.gov
State office · State office
Nebraska DMV Driver Licensing Office, Banner County
204 State Street, Harrisburg, NE 69345
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- Driver licenses and identificationResidents can apply for driver licenses, permits, and state identification cards at the scheduled office hours.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nebraska.gov
Banner County Nebraska website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Banner County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank for the Heartland
4645 South 84th Street, Omaha, NE 68127
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of Nebraska
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska
3350 10th Street, Gering, NE 69341
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nebraska programs by kind of help
These are run by Nebraska and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Nebraska 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 866-813-1731 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988