Disability services in Nebraska
206 Confirmed Profiles and 7,442 Registry Listings across 200 counties, plus organizations that serve the whole country.
Search by area in Nebraska
Intellectual and Developmental
Autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, learning disabilities, and ADHD.
1,267listings, 64 Confirmed ProfilesMental and Behavioral Health
Mental illness, PTSD and trauma, substance use, and eating disorders.
3,510listings, 48 Confirmed ProfilesPhysical and Mobility
Spinal cord injury, amputation and limb loss, muscular dystrophy, arthritis, and speech and language.
1,993listings, 34 Confirmed ProfilesSensory
Blind and low vision, Deaf and hard of hearing, and DeafBlind.
1,043listings, 37 Confirmed ProfilesNeurological and Chronic Health
Brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, MS, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, and medically complex needs.
2,270listings, 32 Confirmed ProfilesVeterans and Military Families
VA health, claims and benefits help, veterans service organizations, Vet Centers, housing, jobs, and military family support.
1,897listings, 149 Confirmed ProfilesEverything in Nebraska, on a map
Every listing in the state by county and ZIP code, plus 175 organizations that serve the whole country.
7,648listings in allKey statewide contacts
Agencies and networks that serve people with any disability in Nebraska. Each area's Resources and data tab lists the contacts for that area.
Protection and Advocacy (2)
The legal advocacy agency for people with disabilities in your state, set up under federal law. Free help with rights, abuse and neglect, and discrimination.
- Disability Rights NebraskaLincoln · (402) 413-2016 · Website
- Nebraska Client Assistance ProgramsLincoln · (402) 417-3412 · Website
Vocational Rehabilitation (2)
The state agency that helps people with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep a job.
Assistive Technology Act program (1)
Try, borrow, or get help paying for assistive technology, from communication devices to mobility equipment.
Centers for Independent Living (5)
Run by and for people with disabilities: peer support, skills training, advocacy, and help moving from an institution to the community.
- Independence at HomeGothenburg · (308) 537-4332 · Website
- League of Human Dignity INCLincoln · (402) 441-7871 · Website
- Norfolk Center for Independent LivingNorfolk · (402) 371-4475 · Website
- Omaha Center for Independent LivingOmaha · (402) 595-1256 · Website
- Independence RisingScottsbluff · (308) 633-7025 · Website
Statewide Independent Living Council (1)
Plans and monitors independent living services across the state.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers (1)
One place to start for long-term services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities.
Area Agencies on Aging (8)
Local agencies that connect older adults and caregivers to in-home services, meals, and support.
- Blue Rivers Area Agency on AgingBeatrice · (402) 223-1376 · Website
- South Central Nebraska Area Agency on AgingKearney · (308) 234-1851 · Website
- Lincoln Area Agency on AgingLincoln · (402) 441-7070 · Website
- Northeast Nebraska Area Agency on AgingNorfolk · (402) 370-3454 · Website
- West Central Nebraska Area Agency on AgingNorth Platte · (308) 535-8195 · Website
- Eastern Nebraska Office on AgingOmaha · (402) 444-6536 · Website
- Midland Area Agency on AgingSaint Paul · (308) 754-5452 · Website
- Aging Office of Western NebraskaScottsbluff · (308) 635-0851 · Website
Parent Training and Information Centers (1)
Free help for families of children with disabilities, including special education rights and IEPs.
- P T I NebraskaOmaha · (402) 346-0525 · Website
Services by county in Nebraska
Each county page shows what serves that county, your local intake offices, and Confirmed Profiles based there. Numbers are listings that serve the county.
Show all 93 counties
- Adams County132
- Antelope County49
- Arthur County10
- Banner County13
- Blaine County10
- Boone County41
- Box Butte County72
- Boyd County25
- Brown County29
- Buffalo County212
- Burt County38
- Butler County30
- Cass County55
- Cedar County40
- Chase County23
- Cherry County45
- Cheyenne County54
- Clay County31
- Colfax County27
- Cuming County41
- Custer County58
- Dakota County63
- Dawes County49
- Dawson County80
- Deuel County17
- Dixon County24
- Dodge County160
- Douglas County2,802
- Dundy County17
- Fillmore County39
- Franklin County33
- Frontier County29
- Furnas County24
- Gage County85
- Garden County21
- Garfield County24
- Gosper County18
- Grant County10
- Greeley County25
- Hall County229
- Hamilton County32
- Harlan County22
- Hayes County10
- Hitchcock County18
- Holt County62
- Hooker County14
- Howard County27
- Jefferson County33
- Johnson County28
- Kearney County21
- Keith County45
- Keya Paha County8
- Kimball County27
- Knox County53
- Lancaster County1,234
- Lincoln County154
- Logan County10
- Loup County10
- Madison County171
- McPherson County10
- Merrick County34
- Morrill County27
- Nance County32
- Nemaha County37
- Nuckolls County36
- Otoe County60
- Pawnee County31
- Perkins County21
- Phelps County46
- Pierce County32
- Platte County88
- Polk County24
- Red Willow County61
- Richardson County31
- Rock County19
- Saline County53
- Sarpy County509
- Saunders County65
- Scotts Bluff County41
- Seward County55
- Sheridan County28
- Sherman County28
- Sioux County121
- Stanton County15
- Thayer County32
- Thomas County10
- Thurston County37
- Valley County31
- Washington County61
- Wayne County46
- Webster County34
- Wheeler County8
- York County56
How to get services in Nebraska
Most long-term supports are paid for by Medicaid, often through a waiver program. Start with Medicaid, then get on the program that fits. Many programs have a waiting list, so apply early.
Start here Nebraska Medicaid (Heritage Health) · Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Apply online (opens in a new tab) · Call (855) 632-7633 · Go to any DHHS office. In Lincoln call (402) 473-7000; in Omaha call (402) 595-1178.
Nebraska is an SSI criteria state, so getting SSI does not give you Medicaid automatically; you must file a Medicaid application with DHHS.
Adults with disabilities can apply under the aged, blind and disabled rules; DHHS may ask you to also apply for Social Security disability benefits.
For children: Katie Beckett: Medicaid for children with high needs who live at home; write your request for Katie Beckett on your Medicaid application or call Nebraska Medicaid.
If you work: Medicaid Insurance for Workers with Disabilities: a Medicaid option for people with disabilities who work (see the DHHS Medicaid Eligibility page for limits).
Steps
- Apply online with iServe Nebraska or call (855) 632-7633 to apply by phone or get a paper application
- If you need help with daily activities, check that box on the application
- Send any proof DHHS asks for
- Finish any interview or disability review
- Watch for your decision letter
Have these ready
- Photo ID or other proof of identity
- Social Security numbers for everyone applying
- Proof of income such as pay stubs or benefit letters
- Bank statements and information about other assets
- Medical or disability records
- Health insurance or Medicare cards
Intellectual and developmental disabilities, and autism
Comprehensive Developmental Disabilities (CDD) Waiver No waiting list
People of all ages who meet Nebraska's definition of developmental disability, are eligible for Medicaid, meet ICF/IID level of care, and need waiver services.
Start with: Nebraska DHHS Division of Developmental Disabilities (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)
Nebraska announced in June 2025 that the DD wait list had ended and offers went to families on it; ask DHHS how new requests are handled.
Medicaid and this program are applied for together.
Steps
- Apply for DD eligibility, Medicaid and the waiver on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
- You can also go to any DHHS office for help
- Send records showing your disability; DHHS may also need a disability decision
- Once eligible, you are assigned a DD Service Coordinator from your district
- Build a person-centered plan; services start once Medicaid is active
Have these ready
- Records showing a developmental disability (psychological, school or medical)
- Social Security number
- Proof of income and assets
- Medicaid number if you have one
Nebraska DHHS Developmental Disabilities Service Coordination Districts
All 5 offices
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Developmental Disabilities Adult Day (DDAD) Waiver No waiting list
Adults 21 and older with developmental disabilities who are eligible for Medicaid, meet ICF/IID level of care, and need day or employment services.
Start with: Nebraska DHHS Division of Developmental Disabilities (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)
Nebraska announced in June 2025 that the DD wait list had ended and offers went to families on it; ask DHHS how new requests are handled.
Medicaid and this program are applied for together.
Steps
- Apply for DD eligibility, Medicaid and the waiver on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
- You can also go to any DHHS office for help
- Send records showing your disability; DHHS may also need a disability decision
- Once eligible, you are assigned a DD Service Coordinator from your district
- Build a person-centered plan; services start once Medicaid is active
Have these ready
- Records showing a developmental disability (psychological, school or medical)
- Social Security number
- Proof of income and assets
- Medicaid number if you have one
Nebraska DHHS Developmental Disabilities Service Coordination Districts
All 5 offices
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Family Support Waiver (FSW) No waiting list
Children and youth birth through 21 with developmental disabilities who live with family, are eligible for Medicaid, and meet ICF/IID level of care; budget is $10,000 a year.
Start with: Nebraska DHHS Division of Developmental Disabilities (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)
Nebraska announced in June 2025 that the DD wait list had ended and offers went to families on it; ask DHHS how new requests are handled.
Medicaid and this program are applied for together.
Steps
- Apply for DD eligibility, Medicaid and the waiver on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
- You can also go to any DHHS office for help
- Send records showing your disability; DHHS may also need a disability decision
- Once eligible, you are assigned a DD Service Coordinator from your district
- Build a person-centered plan; services start once Medicaid is active
Have these ready
- Records showing a developmental disability (psychological, school or medical)
- Social Security number
- Proof of income and assets
- Medicaid number if you have one
Nebraska DHHS Developmental Disabilities Service Coordination Districts
All 5 offices
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Brain injury, HIV, and complex medical needs
Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver No waiting list
Adults 18 and older with a traumatic brain injury who meet the same rules as the Aged and Disabled Waiver, including nursing facility level of care.
Start with: Nebraska DHHS (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)
Nebraska reported no HCBS waiting lists in KFF 2026 state data.
Medicaid and this program are applied for together.
Steps
- Apply for Medicaid and the waiver together on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
- Send records showing the brain injury
- Complete the level of care assessment
- Get a services coordinator and build your plan
Have these ready
- Medical records showing the brain injury
- Social Security number
- Proof of income and assets
- Doctor's name and phone
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Older adults and people with physical disabilities
Aged and Disabled (AD) Waiver No waiting list
People of any age who are 65 or older or have a disability, meet nursing facility level of care, and need waiver services.
Start with: Nebraska DHHS (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)
Nebraska reported no HCBS waiting lists in KFF 2026 state data.
Medicaid and this program are applied for together.
Steps
- Apply for Medicaid and the waiver together on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
- Complete the level of care assessment
- Get assigned a services coordinator
- Sign the consent form and build a person-centered plan
- Services start once Medicaid is active and your plan is written
Have these ready
- Social Security number
- Proof of income and assets
- Doctor's name and phone
- List of daily tasks you need help with
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Rules change. Check with the agency before you rely on this. Checked October 2026.
How Nebraska pays for services
Nebraska ranks 32 of 51 on Medicaid waiver funding for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. See its spending, waiting list, every named program, service rates, and its vocational rehabilitation agency.
How Nebraska is graded
Rank 32 of 51 on State of Support
ConnectIDD's report card for services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Access to servicesD+
- Community livingC-
- Family supportD-
- Real workC+
- Direct support workforceD+
- Quality of lifeC+
- State investmentC-
- TransparencyA-
A map for every stage of your family's journey in Nebraska
Eight stages most families of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities pass through, from the first diagnosis to planning for the years ahead. Each stage shows what to do now, what to start planning, and the services to look for nearby, with a free printable guide.