South Bend

Local offices in South Bend

We have not checked South Bend on its own yet. Here is what we have for the area around it.

Nonprofits that serve South Bend

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

Offices for all of Cass County

South Bend is in Cass County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Plattsmouth Office

  201 Main St., Plattsmouth, NE 68048

  Help here

  • Apply for state benefitsApply for or get help with Nebraska assistance programs through ACCESSNebraska.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 800-383-4278DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Sarpy/Cass Health Department

  201 Main St., Louisville, NE 68037

  Help here

  • Public health servicesFind local public health programs, health information, and support for families.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support for pregnant and breastfeeding people and families with children under five.
  Call 402-339-4334DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Cass County District Court Clerk

  346 Main St., Room 303, Plattsmouth, NE 68048

  Help here

  • Court forms and self-help informationGet court filing information and protection order application forms, and find links to state self-help resources.Apply online
  Call 402-296-9339DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscountyne.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging

  4780 S. 131st St., Omaha, NE 68137

  Help here

  • Aging services information and referralsCall for information about services for older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities.Read more
  Call 402-444-6536DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Cass County Veterans Service

  346 Main St., Room 102, Plattsmouth, NE 68048

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and claims helpGet help understanding veterans benefits and filing claims or Nebraska Veterans Aid applications.Read more
  Call 402-296-9368DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscountyne.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Cass County Emergency Management

  8400 144th St., Suite 200, Weeping Water, NE 68463

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet guidance on preparing for disasters and receiving county emergency alerts.
  Call 402-267-6765DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscountyne.gov

Everything in Cass County

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