Who do I call first for disability services in Cherry County, Nebraska?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Nebraska vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Cherry County.

Is help available in Spanish in Cherry County?

Yes. This Cherry County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Nebraska agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Cherry County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Cherry County, Nebraska

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Cherry County, Nebraska. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Cherry County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Cherry County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Cherry County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

The Arc of Nebraska. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Gordon Memorial Health Services (308-282-0806, GORDON). Adult day program
Hilltop Physical Therapy Llc (402-322-0126, VALENTINE). Early intervention (birth–3)
North East Panhandle Substance Abuse Center (308-282-1101, GORDON). Substance-use treatment
Northland Hearing Centers, Inc. (308-532-5114, VALENTINE). Hearing & speech services
Cherry Co Hospital Home Health Services (402-376-2525, VALENTINE)
New Generation Apartments (605-352-8536, Valentine)
PRAIRIE ESTATES (R4P Expecting App) ((402) 376-2316, Valentine)
Valentine Area Community Senior Center, Inc (402-376-1400, VALENTINE). Meal program
Cherry County Hospital (402-376-3770, VALENTINE). Medical equipment & supplies
Home Health Medical Equipment Inc (402-376-2764, VALENTINE). Medical equipment & supplies
Lincare Inc. (402-376-3186, VALENTINE). Medical equipment & supplies
Shopko Stores Operating Co Llc (402-376-3531, VALENTINE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Cherry County

These serve every county in Nebraska, including Cherry County.

Munroe-Meyer Institute. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Nebraska (800-422-6691). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Nebraska Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities ((402) 471-2330). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Nebraska Assistive Technology Partnership ((402) 853-1582). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PTI Nebraska ((402) 403-3914). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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