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The State Unit on Aging's goal is to promote the dignity, independence, and freedom of choice for older Nebraskans. The State Unit on Aging oversees federal and state programs to help older Nebraskans and their caregivers. Use this page to explore the Aging Network and how it can help you.

Your local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) pro​vides and oversees services for your area. They often work with local Senior Centers. Senior Centers are local places that provide a range of services to the aging population. 

Program Information

Need help getting started?

Find the closest Area Agency on Aging (AAA): AAA Sites​ Map

Find the nearest Senior Center: Senior​ C​enter List (Excel​)​

​The status of the Senior Center's hours of operation or availability are listed below:

  • Senior Centers highlighted yellow are offering limited services. Limited services will be listed. Regular services will be shaded.
  • Senior Centers highlighted red are currently closed. A Re-Open Date may be listed, but is subject to change. Regular services will be shaded.

The Senior Center lists will be updated as needed.

If you have concerns about COVID-19, please visit:


Senior Volunteer Program

 
The Senior Volunteer Program helps the elderly stay in their home. Senior Volunteers are age 60 and older. Volunteers help with daily tasks like:
  • getting mail,
  • shopping,
  • rides to medical appointments,
  • one-on-one companionship

Local Senior Volunteer Programs:

  • Aging Office of Western Nebraska (800) 682-5140 serves: Banner, Cheyenne, Dawes, Deuel, Garden, and Kimball Counties.
  • Community Action Partnership of Mid Nebraska (308) 865-5675 serves: Buffalo County
  • Nemaha Neighbor-to-Neighbor (402) 247-4277 serves: Nemaha County
  • Hall County Senior Center Industries (308) 385-5308 EXT 36 serves: Hall County

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Helpful Guides, Brochures, & Forms

State Unit on Aging
Developmental Disabilities / Department of Health & Human Services
Phone Number
(402) 471-2307
Fax Number
(402) 742-8388
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 95026, Lincoln, Nebraska 68509-5026

Report abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult

Call the Hotline at (800) 652-1999

For more information visit Adult Protective Services.