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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Jul 05, 2018
Because it doesn't show any answers??????
May 15, 2018
The lady that tranfers you to the Department you are looking for, was rude, telling us they have 48hrs to get back to us and to stop calling.. But if we dont hear back by thursday then try to call back.. How rude and unprofessional is that
Mar 26, 2018
No wonder our homes for the elderly are in such s deplorable state. You people, by your rating do not seem to really care about anything. You all should be ashamed of the way the elderly are being cared for in this state. Twenty one faclities not fit for people who are not able to care for themselves. SHAME! ... AND YOU CALL YOURSELVES HUMAN BEINGS.
Feb 15, 2018
fast at doing nothing and denying you they said id have food stamps for 3 months after i lost my job they took them away the next month and then when i moved they still had me as active so i cant get food stamps in the state im in
Sep 15, 2017
DHHS Respite caregiver dept is so screwed up. The left hand doesn't know what the right hand is doing!!!