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Expanding behavioral health support for individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) aims to improve quality of life by promoting independence and community integration for participants. We support the service and setting choices of people with serious mental illness (SMI) by promoting flexible, quality supports for Nebraskans.
As part of our commitment, DHHS-DBH is developing new behavioral health service options for Nebraskans with SMI. Providers interested in learning more about this opportunity are encouraged to register for upcoming informational webinars and technical workshops to be hosted by DHHS-DBH.
Please check back here for more information as program details are finalized.
Anticipated Behavioral Health Services in Nebraska
- Transitional Support - One-Time Funding: This service includes personalized one-time financial assistance to help cover household setup and relocation costs.
- Supported Housing: A coordinated set of tenancy supports to help individuals find and maintain stable housing in the community. It includes education, self-advocacy skill-building, and assistance with daily living activities to promote long-term housing stability and independence. Supported Housing may be provided by Continuous Group Home, Shared Living, or Independent Living providers.
- Supported Employment Extended Services: This service helps individuals who have already graduated from Vocational Rehabilitation pursue their goal of sustainable, competitive employment in integrated community settings. It focuses on maintaining job readiness skills, strengthening natural support networks, and providing ongoing support to achieve and sustain meaningful employment aligned with each participant's goals.