Nebraska Resources

General Resources

• Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services — State Unit on Aging (402-471-2307 | Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 800-942-7830)
  • The Nebraska State Unit on Aging contracts with local Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) to provide free services that allow people to remain in their homes. Services include congregate and home-delivered meals, evidence-based health information, nutrition education, in-home assistance, social outreach, legal services, transportation, longterm care ombudsman assistance and more, and are available to residents 60 years and older, persons with a disability and caregivers.
• Nebraska Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) (844-843-6364 toll-free)
  • The ADRC is a resource for family, friends, caregivers and providers to get information about long-term services and supports for older adults and persons with disabilities. It’s a collaborative effort between local aging and disability organizations to form a “one-stop shop” for helpful resources and programs.
• ADA.GOV
  • The ADA will have a plethora of information related to disability laws, senior laws, up to date disability news and much more!
• Nebraska-General: Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
  •  Phone: (402) 471-3644 
  • Toll-Free: (877) 637-3422
  •  Website: http://www.vr.nebraska.gov/ 
  • Director: Lindy Foley 
• Nebraska-Blind: Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired 
  • Phone: (402) 471-2891
  •  Toll-Free: (877) 809-2419 
  • Website: https://ncbvi.nebraska.gov/
  •  Director: Carlos Servan

Home- and Community-Based Resources

• Nebraska Caregiver Coalition (nebraskacaregivercoalition@gmail.com)
  • The Nebraska Caregiver Coalition is a group of statewide organizations advocating for caregivers. It aims to raise awareness and address the issues family caregivers in Nebraska face. It also provides support and education for family caregivers.
• Nebraska Lifespan Respite Program (866-737-7483 toll-free)
  • Respite services can provide a much needed temporary break from the often-exhausting challenges faced by family caregivers. The Lifespan Respite Program serves eligible people of all ages and disabilities or healthcare conditions who meet certain tests, including income and disability tests.

Transportation Resources

• Nebraska Association of Transportation Providers (NATP) (402-761-2216 | 402-479-4694)
  • The NATP provides accessible public transportation for all, especially older adults, people with disabilities and anyone who would otherwise be without affordable transportation. The NATP represents rural transit systems and the four urban systems in Nebraska: Grand Island’s CRANE Public Transit, Lincoln’s StarTran, City of Bellevue Specialized Transportation Service and Omaha’s Metro Area Transit

Specific Audience Resources

• Nebraska Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Care Services (855-260-3274 toll-free)
  • The VA offers a number of services for veterans and their caregivers. One of its main programs is the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC), which can provide caregivers of eligible veterans with resources, education, support, a financial stipend, health insurance and beneficiary travel.

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