Who do I call first for disability services in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County.

Is help available in Spanish in Lincoln County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County, Nebraska

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln County

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

Independence Rising ((308) 258-1914, Maxwell)
The Arc of Nebraska. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Great Plains Health — North Campus (308-568-8000 x7255, North Platte)
Lutheran Family Services (308-532-0587, North Platte)
Region II Human Services — Frontier House (308-532-4730, North Platte)
VA Nebraska/Western Iowa HCS — North Platte CBOC (308-532-6906 x4473, North Platte)
Alabaster Counseling (308-532-0083, NORTH PLATTE). Behavioral health agency
Blah2sisu (308-660-3147, NORTH PLATTE). Behavioral health agency
Caretech, Inc. (308-520-0015, NORTH PLATTE). Respite care
Cornerstone Caregiving East Llc (308-568-0646, NORTH PLATTE). In-home support
Brookestone Home Health & Hospice (308-221-2288, NORTH PLATTE)
Josiah Place (402-896-3884, North Platte)
Hershey Senior Citizen Inc. (308-368-7744, HERSHEY). Home-delivered meals
Essentials For Youth (NORTH PLATTE)
Frontier Home Medical, Inc (308-784-3040, NORTH PLATTE). Medical equipment & supplies
Great Plains Medical Supply Inc (308-534-1873, NORTH PLATTE). Medical equipment & supplies
Jk Trainer, Inc (402-606-4204, NORTH PLATTE). Medical equipment & supplies
New Horizons O & P North Platte Llc (308-856-9292, NORTH PLATTE). Prosthetics & orthotics

Statewide programs serving Lincoln County

These serve every county in Nebraska, including Lincoln 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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