Aging Office of Western Nebraska Supportive Services

The AOWN provides other supportive services that are available either directly or through other providers. Please contact the AOWN at 308-635-0851 or 1-800-682-5140 for further information.

INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE: The AOWN can provide you with information and assist you in gaining access to other community services that will meet you particular need.

TELEPHONE ASSURANCE: The AOWN can make a daily ( Monday - Friday ) telephone call to home bound individuals. This service verifies the well being and safety of the person or can provide a daily reminder.

DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT: The AOWN has a limited inventory of durable medical equipment items such as, commodes, walkers, bath benches, and other items. These items can be loaned out at no charge to the older person for as long as needed.

EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS: The AOWN is available to give speaking and educational presentations on aging services.

If you need to locate services available through the United States and its territories you can gain access to information through the ELDERCARE LOCATOR. You may call toll free Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 8:00 PM (ET)

1-800-677-1116 or you can go to www.eldercare.gov

If you need to locate services or a Area Agency on Aging in the State of Nebraska you call toll free 1-800-942-7830 and reach the Nebraska Health and Human Services Division on Aging or contact our office listed below.

Aging Office of Western Nebraska
Victor Walker, Director
Bluffs Business Center
1517 Broadway, Suite 122
Scottsbluff, NE 69361-3184
Phone: (308) 635-0851 / 1 (800) 682-5140