Garfield County

Local offices in Garfield County

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska WIC

  626 N Street, Loup City, NE 68853

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get healthy food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 308-745-0780DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on communityactionmidne.com

• Public health · Regional office

  Loup Basin Public Health Department WIC Clinic

  327 N 8th Avenue, Burwell, NE 68823

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get healthy food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 308-346-5795DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lbphd.ne.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Loup Basin Public Health Department

  327 N 8th Ave, Burwell, NE 68823

  Help here

  • Public health servicesFind public health programs and information, including immunizations and family health support, for the district that serves Custer County.Read more
  • WICEligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support through WIC.Read more
  Call 308-346-5795DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lbphd.ne.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Garfield County Clerk of the District Court

  250 South 8th, Burwell, NE 68823

  Help here

  • District Court records and filingsResidents can ask about district court cases, records, and filing court documents.
  Call 308-346-4161DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on garfieldcounty.ne.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.
  Call 308-234-1851DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agingkearney.org

• Veterans · County office

  Garfield County Veterans Service Office

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpVeterans and their dependents can get help understanding benefits and preparing applications.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on garfieldcounty.ne.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Garfield County Sheriff’s Office

  250 South 8th, Burwell, NE 68823

  Help here

  • Sheriff and public safety servicesResidents can contact the sheriff about law enforcement, reports, permits, and other public safety matters.
  Call 308-346-5150DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on garfieldcounty.ne.gov

• State office

  Nebraska DMV Driver Licensing Office, Burwell

  Garfield County Courthouse, 250 S 8th St, Burwell, NE 68823

  Help here

  • Driver licenses, permits, and ID cardsResidents can apply for driver licenses, permits, and state ID cards at scheduled office hours.
  Call 308-346-4125DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nebraska.gov

Garfield County, Nebraska website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Garfield County

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

Job help near Garfield County

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Garfield County. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  American Job Center, Department of Labor - Grand Island

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  73 miles away

  203 E. Stolley Park Road, Suite A, Grand Island, NE 68801

  Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  Call 308-385-6300DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 23, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Lexington Workforce Development

  Also helps young people

  77 miles away

  1501 Plum Creek Pkwy, Suite #3, Lexington, NE 68850-1212

  Hours: Mon- Fri 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  Call 308-324-2064DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 29, 2026

• American Job Center

  Nebraska Department of Labor - Norfolk

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  91 miles away

  105 East Norfolk Avenue, Suite 120, Norfolk, NE 68701

  Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

  Call 402-370-3430DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 10, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Cities and towns in Garfield County

• Burwell

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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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