Nebraska

Nebraska resources for caregivers

Key Nebraska entry points for caregiver support & respite, long-term services and supports (LTSS), job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026

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Nebraska Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

Front door for aging/disability information and connections to local supports (including Area Agencies on Aging).

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Medicaid Aged & Disabled Waiver (Nebraska)

Nebraska Medicaid home- and community-based services for older adults and people with disabilities (overview). No eligibility promises.

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Home & Community-Based Programs (incl. Personal Assistance Services)

Overview of Nebraska Medicaid HCBS programs and service options. Ask about any consumer-directed/self-directed options through your case manager. No eligibility promises.

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Family & medical leave (job protection)

Nebraska does not have a statewide paid family leave program. Start with federal job-protected leave rules.

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Adult Protective Services (APS) — Nebraska

Official pathway to report suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults (hotline + online reporting).

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman (Nebraska)

Help with nursing home/assisted living issues, complaints, and resident rights (state LTC ombudsman program).

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ACCESSNebraska (benefits portal)

Apply for and manage benefits online (verify program availability and steps in the portal).