Grant County

Local offices in Grant County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office · State office

  Nebraska DHHS Ogallala Office

  201 East 5th Street, Ogallala, NE 69153

  Help here

  • Economic assistance and MedicaidResidents can visit the office to apply for economic assistance and Medicaid services.Read more
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhs.ne.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Panhandle Public Health District

  808 Box Butte Avenue, Hemingford, NE 69348

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the district for public health programs and health information serving Dawes County.
  Call 308-487-3600DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pphd.ne.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  West Central Nebraska Area Agency on Aging

  115 N Vine Street, North Platte, NE 69101

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsOlder adults and caregivers can get information, Medicare counseling, and help finding aging services.
  Call 800-662-2961DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wcnaaa.org

• Veterans · County office

  Grant County Veterans Service

  524 Box Butte Avenue, Suite D, Alliance, NE 69301

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpStaff help veterans and their families learn about benefits and prepare applications.
  • VA medical care eligibilityStaff help veterans apply to have their eligibility for VA medical care determined.
  Call 308-762-4154DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on grantcountyne.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Grant County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and responseThe county coordinates local preparation, response, and recovery for emergencies.
  Call 308-458-2396Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on grantcountyne.gov

• State office · State office

  Nebraska DMV Grant County Driver Licensing Office

  105 E Harrison Street, Hyannis, NE 69350

  Help here

  • Driver licenses, permits, and ID cardsResidents can apply for or renew a driver license, permit, or state ID at this office.
  Call 308-458-2422DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nebraska.gov

• Library · County office

  Grant County Library

  105 E Harrison Street, Hyannis, NE 69350

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can use the library's books, learning resources, and public internet access.
  Call 308-458-2218DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on grantco.panhandlelibraries.org

Grant County, Nebraska website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Grant County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Grant County

• Hyannisnot checked yet

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