Phelps County

Local offices in Phelps County

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

• State office

  Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Holdrege Office

  701 Fifth Avenue, Holdrege, NE 68949

  Help here

  • Benefits and human servicesVisit or call the office to ask about Nebraska health and human services benefits.Apply online
  Call 308-995-4010DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dhhs.ne.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Two Rivers Public Health Department

  701 4th Avenue, Suite 1, Holdrege, NE 68949

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for public health information and services for Phelps County.
  Call 308-995-4778DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Nebraska 211

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall or search online to find local help with needs such as food, housing, health care, and utility bills.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on search.ne211.org

• Courts and legal help · Nonprofit

  Phelps County Self-Help Desk

  Phelps County Courthouse, 715 5th Ave, Holdrege, NE 68949

  Help here

  • Court self-helpGet basic legal information at the courthouse self-help desk on its scheduled dates.
  Call 308-995-8621DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nebraskajudicial.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

  Phelps County Veterans Service Office

  Phelps County Courthouse, 715 5th Ave, Holdrege, NE 68949

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding veterans benefits and filing claims.Read more
  Call 308-995-4166DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Phelps County Emergency Management

  715 5th Ave, Suite 22, Holdrege, NE 68949

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and preparednessGet information about preparing for emergencies and county response plans.
  Call 308-995-2250DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Nebraska DMV Driver Licensing Office, Holdrege

  Ag Center, 1308 2nd St, East Room, Holdrege, NE 68949

  Help here

  • Driver licenses, permits, and state ID cardsApply for or renew a driver license, permit, or state ID card at the office.
  Call 308-995-8103DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Holdrege Area Public Library

  604 East Avenue, Holdrege, NE 68949

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and borrow books and other materials for reading and learning.
  Call 308-995-6556DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on libraries.ne.gov

Phelps County, Nebraska website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Phelps County

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

Cities and towns in Phelps County

• Atlanta
• Bertrand
• Funk
• Holdrege
• Loomis

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