Douglas County

Local offices in Douglas County

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

• Community action · County office

  Douglas County Social Services Community Action Agency

  2300 Meadow Lane, Gardnerville, NV 89410

  Help here

  • Community action assistanceThe county agency connects low-income residents with community services and assistance.
  Call 775-782-9825DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.nv.gov

• State office · State office

  Nevada Division of Social Services benefits assistance at Douglas County Social Services

  2300 Meadow Lane, Gardnerville, NV 89410

  Help here

  • SNAP and Medicaid application helpA state Family Services Specialist helps residents process public assistance benefits, including SNAP and Medicaid.
  Call 775-782-9825DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on communityservices.douglascountynv.gov

• Local office · State office

  Nevada 211

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall or search online to find local help with food, housing, health care, jobs, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nevada211.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Carson City Health and Human Services WIC and community health services

  Help here

  • WIC and community health nursingThe health department provides WIC and public health nursing services to Douglas County residents.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carsoncity.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Douglas County Senior Services

  1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville, NV 89410

  Help here

  • Senior support, meals, and transportationResidents age 60 and older can get meals, transportation, homemaker help, and other support.
  Call 775-782-5500DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on communityservices.douglascountynv.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Access to Healthcare Network Nevada Care Connection Resource Center

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource navigationStaff help older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers explore services and care options.
  Call 877-861-1893Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adsd.nv.gov

• Library · County office

  Douglas County Public Library

  1625 Library Lane, Minden, NV 89423

  Help here

  • Library and legal research resourcesResidents can use library collections and get access to legal research and self-help resources.Read more
  Call 775-782-9841DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on library.douglascountynv.gov

Douglas County, Nevada website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Douglas County

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

Nevada programs by kind of help

These are run by Nevada 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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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
• 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