Who do I call first for disability services in Douglas County, Nebraska?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Nebraska vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Douglas County.

Is help available in Spanish in Douglas County?

Yes. This Douglas County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Nebraska agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Douglas County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Douglas County, Nebraska

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Douglas County, Nebraska. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Douglas County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Douglas County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Douglas County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Omaha Center for Independent Living ((402) 595-1256, Omaha)
Project SEARCH — Children's Nebraska (Omaha). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Madonna Rehabilitation Speciality Hospital Omaha (Omaha). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — The Heritage at Sterling Ridge (Omaha). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Nebraska, Omaha (main office) (Omaha). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Nebraska. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
At Ease USA (531-247-4040, Omaha)
Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health (531-355-3358, Boys Town)
Boys Town National Research Hospital (531-355-5200, Boys Town)
CenterPointe Inc — Campus for Hope (402-827-0570, Omaha)
Charles Drew Health Center Inc. at Benson SBHC (402-451-3553, Omaha)
Charles Drew Health Center Inc. at Omaha Home for Boys (402-452-3725, Omaha)
Charles Drew Health Center Inc. at Radius (402-451-3553, Omaha)
Charles Drew Health Center Inc. Medical Mobile Unit (402-451-3553, Omaha)
Heartland Foundation (OMAHA)
Heartland School (OMAHA)
Integrated Learning Program At Saratoga (OMAHA)
J P Lord Program (OMAHA)
1 Golden Rule Services (402-213-4222, OMAHA). In-home support
360 Community Services (402-800-3787, OMAHA). Day program / habilitation
4vraskr Health Care Llc (402-917-1601, OMAHA). In-home support
A Better Way For Steph Llc (402-290-6158, OMAHA). In-home support
Accentcare Home Health Of Nebraska (402-999-6297, OMAHA)
Adorn Senior Home Care, Llc (402-637-2373, OMAHA)

Statewide programs serving Douglas County

These serve every county in Nebraska, including Douglas County.

Munroe-Meyer Institute. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Nebraska (800-422-6691). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Nebraska Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities ((402) 471-2330). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Nebraska Assistive Technology Partnership ((402) 853-1582). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PTI Nebraska ((402) 403-3914). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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