Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
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Contact Information
301 Centennial Mall South
Lincoln, NE 68509
United States
Online Contact Form
Lincoln, NE 68509
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Foster parents provide care for children who cannot safely remain in their own home. Foster homes provide support for foster children through either the Department of Health and Human Services or a contracted foster care agency.
There is an ongoing need in Nebraska for families willing to share their hearts and their homes with children who require temporary foster care. There is also a need for “forever” families for our waiting children, especially teens, who are available for adoption.
The Nebraska Foster and Adoptive Parent Association, NFAPA, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, was formed in 1999 to increase the amount of information, resources and support available to Nebraska's resource families. If you are not able to find the information you are seeking on our site, please feel free to contact us - we will guide you to the resources that will best meet your needs.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
- Other
Requirements to become a foster parent
If you're worried about being on your own as a foster parent, don't be! Many resources are available to families.
There are plenty of educational materials on the Nebraska DHHS website. You can learn about definitions and common phrases, Medicaid for foster youth, and what it means to become a resource parent. Plus, there are consultants available to resource families.
Remember, there's plenty of information you can find online as well. From blogs to books, there's no shortage of educational materials for foster parents. Many informative materials cost nothing and teach you invaluable tips.
You'll work closely with your local foster care agency. You'll always have at least one point of contact to turn to if you have questions.
Don't forget about creating a support network. Make sure to include other foster parents and advocates from your area. You'll face obstacles on your journey, such as navigating the legal system or saying goodbye. Having the right person on your side for support makes all the difference.
Ratings and Reviews
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Dec 25, 2020
Angela Cervantes is the worst!
She was so unprofessional and her tone of voice. She was no help her tone of voice. People like her makes others not want to apply for any help.
Nov 17, 2020
Professional, courteous staff
Sep 17, 2020
The waiting time was ridiculous and the automated system is confusing. Once I finally got to talk to someone I got a lovely gal named Avalon and I really enjoyed the way she helped me. She asked her supervisor anything that she couldn't answer with certainty for me as well as she gave me tips to help me with my problem I just wanna say thank you again Avalon I'll be asking for you the next time I call into dhhs.
Mar 16, 2020
No answer to help out the people that are seriously in excruciating severe pain with the Influenza B. Nobody here in this State of Nebraska Cares. They are so humiliating and say go to the Emergency Room. Already been there and done that and no PCP will see me. It’s so pathetic and unfortunate. Nebraska needs to be more concerned about the population that I’m spreading because no one cares. Obviously I have to go to work at Ginger Restaurant with many symptoms and spread them to our community. Thank you for nothing.
Mar 01, 2020
This place operates like it's 1980. Also the website is completely user unfriendly, confusing, glitchy, clunky, and cluttered.