Nebraska Disability Services Resources
Nebraska Resources
- Along the Way: A Guide for Parents of Infants, Toddlers, and Children with Disabilities - Developed by Fritz and O'Hare Associates with funding from the Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities.
- Along the Way: A Guide for Adolescents and Young Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - Developed by Fritz and O'Hare Associates with funding from the Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities.
- Along the Way: A Guide for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - Developed by Fritz and O'Hare Associates with funding from the Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities.
- Along the Way: Directory of Resources for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - Developed by Fritz and O'Hare Associates with funding from the Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities.
- Answers4Families - Information, education and support for Nebraskans with special needs.
- The Arc of Nebraska - (402) 475-4407 - Advocacy for people with DD and their families.
- ATP (Assistive Technology Partnership) - (888) 806-6287 - Helps Nebraskans with disabilities, their families, and professionals get devices and services.
- Autism Society of Nebraska - Support network of people who advocate, educate and support.
- Department of Education - Nebraska Department of Education information about Special Education.
- Disability Rights Nebraska - (800) 422-6691 - Works for dignity, equality and empowerment of people with disabilities.
- Down Syndrome Alliance of the Heartlands - (402) 991-1800 - Connects people touched by Down Syndrome through education, advocacy and support.
- Down Syndrome Association for Families of Nebraska - (402) 421-1338 - Support group provides family networking and new parent support for children diagnosed with Down Syndrome.
- Easter Seals Nebraska - Provides services to help people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to live, learn, work and play.
- Enable Account with First National Bank - (402) 602-7204 - Provides tax-free Enable accounts for people with disabilities.
- Independent Living Council - (402) 438-7979 - Promotes independent living and advocates to promote independence, inclusion, non-discrimination and dignity for people with disabilities.
- League of Human Dignity - Consumer-based, non-profit organization promotes integration of people with disabilities. Advocates for needs and rights while providing services to help people be independent.
- Munroe-Meyer Institute - (800) 656-3937 - University Center of Excellence for DD education, research and services. Provides services and support for people with intellectual, developmental and genetic disorders.
- Nebraska Autism Spectrum Disorders Network - Provides information and training based on current research about autism spectrum disorders. Associated with UNL.
- Nebraska Family Support Network - (402) 345-0791 - Provides peer mentoring, education, and advocacy for children and families affected by mental, emotional or behavioral health issues.
- Nebraska Network of Care - Helps Nebraskans access to comprehensive community services, information, support, and assistance on a localized level.
- Nebraska Legislature - Official website of the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature.
- Nebraska Resource and Referral System - Statewide database created with input from Nebraska families, service providers and organizations.
- Nebraska VR - Helps people with disabilities prepare for, find and keep jobs. Helps businesses recruit, train and retain employees with disabilities.
- People First of Nebraska - (308) 530-9209 or (402) 559-4892 – Self-advocacy organization run for and by people with disabilities.
- PTI Nebraska - (800) 284-8520 - Resource for families of children with disabilities or special health needs. Empowers parents and provides knowledge to improve education and healthcare for children.
- Special Olympics Nebraska - Non-profit organization that uses sports to encourage and empower people with intellectual disabilities, promote acceptance and foster understanding and respect.
- Ticket to Work - Helps people with disabilities explore competitive employment.
- United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska - Educates, advocates and provides support through an affiliate network to ensure a life without limits for people with disabilities.
- UNL Center for Children, Families, and the Law - Works to improve systems and outcomes for children and families.