Disability Services in Jefferson County, Nebraska
A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County
Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Jefferson County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.
- The Arc of Nebraska. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
- Blue Valley Behavioral Health — Fairbury Office (402-729-2272, Fairbury)
- Jefferson Community Health & Life Home Health (402-729-6857, FAIRBURY)
- Prairie View Industries, Inc. (402-729-4055, FAIRBURY). Medical equipment & supplies
- Walmart Inc. (402-729-3755, FAIRBURY). Medical equipment & supplies
Statewide programs serving Jefferson County
These serve every county in Nebraska, including Jefferson 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
Other counties in Nebraska
- Johnson County
- Howard County
- Kearney County
- Hooker County
- Loup County
- Perkins County
- Saunders County
- Valley County
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