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Provides food to individuals and families that present for assistance and who meet the Department of Human Services requirements.

Also available, refrigerated Mobile Food Pantry truck which delivers food to pre-registered individuals and families in rural communities.

Mobile Food Pantry requires pre-registration for services.

Offers, as resources allow, to help refugees and asylees reach economic self-sufficiency and to them with any problems, interests and concerns they may have. The Bureau of Refugee Services works to serve as a central clearinghouse in order to refer refugees and asylees to any resource necessary and available to them. The Bureau is the service agency for all refugees enrolled in FIP, the state welfare reform program. Now offering a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) program. This program will help participants prepare for the class, enroll into the DMACC CDL program at no cost, and obtain a job after completion. Participants will also qualify for “Jump Start” training specially designed to help English Language Learners.

Offers home health services include nursing care and various therapy services.

Offers to serve the needs of older adults ages 60 and older, those 18 years of age and older with a disability, and their caregivers through planning, advocating for and funding services.

Provides pro bono (free) legal services to those in Polk County that meet income guidelines. The Volunteer Lawyers are mainly focused on assisting with family law. Lawyers can potentially help with divorces, child custody, child support, wills, and bankruptcy cased. Can only help with cases in Polk County.

Offers recovery support services with support groups, check-up phone calls, and follow-up surveys. Interim pre-treatment services for individuals waiting for an assessment for admission to treatment. 

Offers recovery support services with support groups, check-up phone calls, and follow-up surveys. Interim pre-treatment services for individuals waiting for an assessment for admission to treatment. 

- Temporary emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and accompanying children. Emergency needs such as food and clothing can be provided.

- 24 hour crisis line provides support, info, and confidential emergency services.

- Client advocacy supports individuals through crisis, such as assistance in applying for DHHS economic assistance programs, finding a new place to live, or for emotional support and talking through options.

- Legal advocacy provides assistance with filing domestic violence and harassment protection orders, legal referrals, help in finding legal representation, and court accompaniment.

- Medical advocacy offers referrals and accompaniment as needed.

- Bilingual advocacy provides immigration information for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault. To reach a Spanish-speaking advocate, contact the Spanish line or visit the Crete office.

- Information and referrals provided regarding outside assistance.

- Community education programs are offered at no cost, on topics including domestic violence, sexual assault, bullying, dating violence, date rape, sexting, and others.

Provides services and support to young people who have aged out of foster care or other court-ordered placement.

- Guides young people toward stability and self-sufficiency in education, employment, housing, health, life skills, and more.

- Participants meet at least twice monthly with a Self-Sufficiency Advocate, to help them address barriers and develop skills to achieve their individual goals.

- Financial support is available to youth who qualify for the Preparation for Adult Living program.

- Aftercare Services may be contacted several months prior to a young person’s planned exit from the foster care system, State Training School, or court-ordered detention.

Provides pregnancy services to those in need. Services include free pregnancy tests, pregnancy care consultations, pregnancy and birth resources, prenatal care, childbirth and breastfeeding education classes, and support groups.

Offers financial assistance for basic needs.

Provides routine cleanings and dental exams as well as cavity fillings, and root canals. Other services may include limited help with dentures, crowns, tooth extractions and referrals to specialists if needed. 

Educational information offered related to disaster preparedness and recovery, beef cattle production, and cropping and water systems.

Educational information offered related to disaster preparedness and recovery, beef cattle production, and cropping and water systems.

Trains and provides technical assistance and resources to professionals in private and public schools across the state of Nebraska to identify, intervene and offer support and resources to youth exhibiting at-risk behaviors which interfere with their ability to learn.

Full-service hospital.