Resources for Home and Community-Based Services

DDD Publications

• Aged and Disabled Waiver: Services and Eligibility​ - Available services, eligibility requirements, and how to apply. (Exención para Personas Mayores y Discapacitadas Servicios y Elegibilidad)
  
• Application - The paper application for Medicaid HCBS waiver services. Can be used to apply for any or all HCBS waivers. (en Espanol)
  
• Agency Provider Directory - Directory of DD agency providers.
• Applying for Developmental Disabilities Services - Instructions on how to complete the DD application on ACCESSNebraska.
  
• Available Services for Teens and Young Adults - Explains the transition from school to adult services and what different services can provide during and after high school.
  
• Available Services for Teens & Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities - Includes information from the Department of Education, Nebraska VR, and DDD. (Servicios disponibles para adolescentes y adultos jovenes con discapacidades del desarrollo)
  
• ​Available Services for Teens and Young Adults who are Blind or have Vision Impairment - Includes information from the Department of Education, NCBVI, and DDD.
• DD Policy Manual - Outlines requirements and procedures for Medicaid HCBS DD Waiver services. The manual arranges current requirements and procedures into a comprehensive single document. The manual provides specific definitions and outlines processes. It supports people to navigate Medicaid HCBS DD Waiver services.​
  
• DD Services Brochures
• Assessment & Budgeting - The process used to assess needs and decide budgets for purchasing DD services. (Evaluacion y presupuesto para servicios de DD)
  
• Eligibility - Eligibility requirements and how to apply. (Exenciones por discapacidades del desarrollo (DD) Elgibilidad para los servicio​)
  
• Funding to Transition from Educational Services - Funding priority for eligible people and entry for graduates. (Servicios de DD: Fondos para la transición de Servicios Educacionales)
  
• Quick Guide​ - Brief descriptions of DD waiver services. Longer definitions are located in the DD Policy Manual, chapter 8. (Guía Rápida De Servicios)
  
• DDD Staff Directory and Office Locations with Service Coordination - Who to contact and offices near you.
  
• Eligibility Information for Psychologists
  
• For Diagnosing Psychologist - What DDD needs in a DD diagnosis.
• For School Psychologist - What DDD looks for in DD verification.
• Functional Behavioral Assessments & Behavior Support Plans - How to help a participant with target behaviors.
• Functional Behavioral Assessment Template​ - May be used for a FBA. Meets the requirements in the Behavioral Health service definition for Heritage Health.
• Habilitation Program Overview - Guide to writing habilitation programs.  
  
• HCBS Waiver Information
  
• Available HCBS Waivers for Eligible People - A look at the Medicaid HCBS waivers which may be appropriate for people with disabilities. (Exenciones de HCBS disponibles para las personas con discapacidades del desarrollo)
  
• Aged and Disabled Waiver Info Sheet - A one-page overview of AD Waiver services and requirements. (Exención para personas mayores y discapacitadas)
  
• Comprehensive Developmental Disabilities Waiver Info Sheet - A one-page overview of CDD Waiver services and requirements. (Desarrollo integral Discapacidades Exención)
  
• Developmental Disabilities Adult Day Waiver Info Sheet - A one-page overview of DDAD Waiver services and requirements. (Discapacidades del desarrollo Adultos Exención de Día​)
  
• Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Info Sheet​ - A one-page overview of TBI Waiver services and requirements. (Exención por lesión cerebral traumática)
  
• How to Become an Independent Provider for DD Services - An overview of DD services, provider qualifications and how to become an independent provider. (Como haceres proveedor independiente para los Servicios de Discapacidades del Desarrollo) 
  
• Incident Reporting Guidelines
  
• Incident Reporting and Death Review​ - Instructions for completing incident reports for participants of the AD and TBI waivers.
• Incident Reporting and GER Guide - Instructions for completing incident reports for participants of DD waivers.
  
• Incident Follow-up Guide - Instructions for completing follow-up to incidents for participants of DD waivers.
• Independent Provider Adding Services: Process for Current Providers - How an independent provider adds a new service with Maximus. (Proveedor independiente que anade servicios)​
  
• Katie Beckett Program Info Sheet​ - A one-page overview of the Katie Beckett program, which provides Medicaid to children with high medical needs. (Programa Katie Beckett)​
  
• Participant Guide for Self-Direction - How to work with an independent provider. (Guía del Participante para la Autodirección)
  
• Ready, Set, Go! - Resources to help young adults with DD make decisions as they move from high school to adult life. This project was funded by the Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities. (en Español)
  
• Tips for Teachers - Information for teachers about DD eligibility, services, funding, resources for students and a timeline. (Consejos para Maestros)
  
• What do I Need to Know about Medicaid? - What applicants and participants need to know about Medicaid.​ (Qué necesito saber sobre Medicaid)
  

DHHS Resources

• Behavioral Health Office of Consumer Affairs - (800) 836-7660 - Focuses on consumers helping consumers, strengthening involvement, getting the best out of the system and finding resources. 
• Down Syndrome Information - DHHS Public Health website with information for people with Down Syndrome, and those who love them.  
• Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities - (402) 471-2330 - Advocates for people with developmental disabilities. 
• Nebraska Lifespan Respite Network - Describes Nebraska's respite provider system. Includes information for receiving and providing respite.
• Nebraska Network of Care - Helps Nebraskans access to comprehensive community services, information, support, and assistance on a localized level.​
  
• Ombudsman's Office - Will help resolve a problem, concern or complaint impacting a resident of a long-term care facility.
  
• State Unit on Aging - (800) 942-7830 - Available local resources and services.
  

Nebraska Resources

• Along the Way Series - Developed by Fritz and O'Hare Associates with funding from the Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities.​ Updated in 2022.
  
• Along the Way: A Guide for Parents of Infants, Toddlers, and Children with Disabilities 
• Along the Way: A Guide for Adolescents and Young Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
• Along the Way: A Guide for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 
• ​Along the Way: Directory of Resources for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 
• Answers4Families - Information, education and support for Nebraskans with special needs.
• The Arc of Nebraska - (402) 475-4407 - Advocacy for people with DD and their families.   
• ATP (Assistive Technology Partnership) - (888) 806-6287 - Helps Nebraskans with disabilities, their families, and professionals get devices and services.
• Autism Society of Nebraska - Support network of people who advocate, educate and support.
• Demystifying 508 Compliance  - Explains how to structure Word, PowerPoint, and PDF documents to be accessible.
• Department of Education - Nebraska Department of Education information about Special Education.
• Disability Rights Nebraska - (800) 422-6691 - Works for dignity, equality and empowerment of people with disabilities.
• Down Syndrome Alliance of the Heartlands - (402) 991-1800 - Connects people touched by Down Syndrome through education, advocacy and support. 
• Down Syndrome Association for Families of Nebraska - (402) 421-1338 - Support group provides family networking and new parent support for children diagnosed with Down Syndrome.
• Easter Seals Nebraska - Provides services to help people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to live, learn, work and play.
• Enable Account - (844) ENABLE4 - Offers checking, savings, and investment accounts for people with disabilities. Gives the ability to save money without affecting benefits (up to $100,000).
  
• Independent Living Council - (402) 438-7979 - Promotes independent living and advocates to promote independence, inclusion, non-discrimination and dignity for people with disabilities. 
• League of Human Dignity - Consumer-based, non-profit organization promotes integration of people with disabilities. Advocates for needs and rights while providing services to help people be independent.
• Munroe-Meyer Institute - (800) 656-3937 - University Center of Excellence for DD education, research and services. Provides services and support for people with intellectual, developmental and genetic disorders.
  
• Nebraska Autism Spectrum Disorders Network - Provides information and training based on current research about autism spectrum disorders. Associated with UNL.
• Nebraska Network of Care - Helps Nebraskans access to comprehensive community services, information, support, and assistance on a localized level.​
• Nebraska Legislature - Official website of the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature. 
• Nebraska Resource and Referral System - Statewide database created with input from Nebraska families, service providers and organizations. 
• Nebraska VR - Helps people with disabilities prepare for, find and keep jobs. Helps businesses recruit, train and retain employees with disabilities.
• People First of Nebraska​ - (308) 530-9209 or (402) 559-4892 – Self-advocacy organization run for and by people with disabilities. 
• PTI Nebraska - (800) 284-8520 - Resource for families of children with disabilities or special health needs. Empowers parents and provides knowledge to improve education and healthcare for children.
• Special Olympics Nebraska - Non-profit organization that uses sports to encourage and empower people with intellectual disabilities, promote acceptance and foster understanding and respect.
  
• Supported Decision Making​ - Information provided by Monroe-Meyer on alternatives to guardianship in Nebraska.
  
• Ticket to Work - Helps people with disabilities explore competitive employment.
• United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska - Educates, advocates and provides support through an affiliate network to ensure a life without limits for people with disabilities.
• UNL Center for Children, Families, and the Law - Works to improve systems and outcomes for children and families.

National Resources

• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) - Information and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act. 
• American Association of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) - Promotes progressive policies, research, practices and universal human rights for people with DD.
• Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) - Federal agency responsible for the administration of Medicare and Medicaid.
• National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities - Provides assistance to local DD Councils. Supports programs that promote self-determination, integration and inclusion for all people with DD. 
• National Association of Medical Directors - Bipartisan, non-profit organization represents leaders of state Medicaid agencies. 
• National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services - Promotes and assists state agencies to develop effective, efficient service delivery systems to support to people with DD. 
• National Center on Advancing Person-Centered Practices and Systems (NCAPPS) - An initiative from the Administration for Community Living and CMS to help implement person-centered thinking, planning, and practice.
  
• National Council on Disability - Independent federal agency advises the President, Congress and other federal agencies on policies, programs, practices and procedures affecting people with disabilities.
• Social Security Online - Official Social Security Website.
• Social Security Online: The Red Book - Guide to employment supports for people with disabilities.
• United Cerebral Palsy - Educates, advocates and provides support to ensure a life without limits for people with disabilities. Works to advance independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities.