Wheeler County
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Local offices in Wheeler County
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Local office · County office
Wheeler County Government
301 Third Street, Bartlett, NE 68622
Help here
- County services and informationContact the county for help finding county offices, public notices, and county services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelercounty.ne.gov
Emergency help · County office
Wheeler County Sheriff's Office
301 Third Street, Bartlett, NE 68622
Help here
- Public safety and law enforcementContact the Sheriff's Office about law enforcement, emergency response, and other public safety matters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelercounty.ne.gov
Veterans · County office
Wheeler County Veterans Service Office
410 E. Benton Street, O'Neill, NE 68763
Help here
- Veterans benefits and claims helpVeterans and their dependents can get help understanding benefits and preparing applications.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wheelercounty.ne.gov
Public health · Regional office
Loup Basin Public Health Department
327 N 8th Avenue, Burwell, NE 68823
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health information and services for residents of Blaine County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lbphd.ne.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership, O'Neill Office
202 S. 10th Street, O'Neill, NE 68763
Help here
- Housing and utility assistanceThe agency can help eligible households with housing needs, including rental and utility assistance when funding is available.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on centralnebraskacap.com
State office · State office
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Ord Office
801 S Street, Ord, NE 68862
Help here
- Economic assistance and MedicaidResidents can ask about applying for Medicaid, food assistance, energy assistance, and other DHHS benefits.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhhs.ne.gov
State office · State office
Nebraska DMV Driver Licensing Office, Bartlett
Bartlett Volunteer Fire Department, 425 Randolph Street, Bartlett, NE 68622
Help here
- Driver licenses, permits, and ID cardsThis office offers driver licenses, permits, and state ID cards on scheduled Thursdays.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nebraska.gov
Older adults · Regional office
South Central Nebraska Area Agency on Aging
620 E. 25th Street, Suite 12, Kearney, NE 68847
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding care, meals, insurance guidance, and other local services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on agingkearney.org
Library · Regional office
Central Plains Library System
2727 W. 2nd Street, Suite 233, Hastings, NE 68901
Help here
- Library system supportThe system supports libraries serving Wheeler County and helps residents connect with library services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on libraries.ne.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
Nebraska 211
Help here
- Help finding local supportCall 211 to find local help with housing, bills, food, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ne211.org
Wheeler County, Nebraska website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Wheeler County
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