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Disability services in Lancaster County, Nebraska

1,234 listings serve Lancaster County: 29 Confirmed Profiles and 1,205 Registry Listings, plus 175 organizations that serve the whole country.

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Listings that serve the county in each area. 108 more serve people with any disability.

Intellectual and Developmental74Mental and Behavioral Health596Physical and Mobility212Sensory25Neurological and Chronic Health144Veterans and Military Families77

How to get services in Lancaster County

Most long-term supports are paid for by Medicaid, often through a waiver program. Start with Medicaid, then get on the program that fits. Where a program uses local offices, the office for Lancaster County is shown.

Start here Nebraska Medicaid (Heritage Health) · Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Apply online (opens in a new tab) · Call (855) 632-7633 · Go to any DHHS office. In Lincoln call (402) 473-7000; in Omaha call (402) 595-1178.

Nebraska is an SSI criteria state, so getting SSI does not give you Medicaid automatically; you must file a Medicaid application with DHHS.

Adults with disabilities can apply under the aged, blind and disabled rules; DHHS may ask you to also apply for Social Security disability benefits.

For children: Katie Beckett: Medicaid for children with high needs who live at home; write your request for Katie Beckett on your Medicaid application or call Nebraska Medicaid.

If you work: Medicaid Insurance for Workers with Disabilities: a Medicaid option for people with disabilities who work (see the DHHS Medicaid Eligibility page for limits).

Steps

  1. Apply online with iServe Nebraska or call (855) 632-7633 to apply by phone or get a paper application
  2. If you need help with daily activities, check that box on the application
  3. Send any proof DHHS asks for
  4. Finish any interview or disability review
  5. Watch for your decision letter

Have these ready

  • Photo ID or other proof of identity
  • Social Security numbers for everyone applying
  • Proof of income such as pay stubs or benefit letters
  • Bank statements and information about other assets
  • Medical or disability records
  • Health insurance or Medicare cards

Intellectual and developmental disabilities, and autism

Comprehensive Developmental Disabilities (CDD) Waiver No waiting list

People of all ages who meet Nebraska's definition of developmental disability, are eligible for Medicaid, meet ICF/IID level of care, and need waiver services.

Start with: Nebraska DHHS Division of Developmental Disabilities (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)

Nebraska announced in June 2025 that the DD wait list had ended and offers went to families on it; ask DHHS how new requests are handled.

Steps

  1. Apply for DD eligibility, Medicaid and the waiver on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
  2. You can also go to any DHHS office for help
  3. Send records showing your disability; DHHS may also need a disability decision
  4. Once eligible, you are assigned a DD Service Coordinator from your district
  5. Build a person-centered plan; services start once Medicaid is active

Your local office for Lancaster County

DD Service Coordination District 2 (offices include Lincoln, Auburn, Beatrice, Crete, Fairbury, Nebraska City, Plattsmouth)
(402) 480-8649 · Website (opens in a new tab) · 301 Centennial Mall South (Lincoln office), Lincoln, 68509

Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers for Lancaster County

Developmental Disabilities Adult Day (DDAD) Waiver No waiting list

Adults 21 and older with developmental disabilities who are eligible for Medicaid, meet ICF/IID level of care, and need day or employment services.

Start with: Nebraska DHHS Division of Developmental Disabilities (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)

Nebraska announced in June 2025 that the DD wait list had ended and offers went to families on it; ask DHHS how new requests are handled.

Steps

  1. Apply for DD eligibility, Medicaid and the waiver on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
  2. You can also go to any DHHS office for help
  3. Send records showing your disability; DHHS may also need a disability decision
  4. Once eligible, you are assigned a DD Service Coordinator from your district
  5. Build a person-centered plan; services start once Medicaid is active

Your local office for Lancaster County

DD Service Coordination District 2 (offices include Lincoln, Auburn, Beatrice, Crete, Fairbury, Nebraska City, Plattsmouth)
(402) 480-8649 · Website (opens in a new tab) · 301 Centennial Mall South (Lincoln office), Lincoln, 68509

Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers for Lancaster County

Family Support Waiver (FSW) No waiting list

Children and youth birth through 21 with developmental disabilities who live with family, are eligible for Medicaid, and meet ICF/IID level of care; budget is $10,000 a year.

Start with: Nebraska DHHS Division of Developmental Disabilities (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)

Nebraska announced in June 2025 that the DD wait list had ended and offers went to families on it; ask DHHS how new requests are handled.

Steps

  1. Apply for DD eligibility, Medicaid and the waiver on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
  2. You can also go to any DHHS office for help
  3. Send records showing your disability; DHHS may also need a disability decision
  4. Once eligible, you are assigned a DD Service Coordinator from your district
  5. Build a person-centered plan; services start once Medicaid is active

Your local office for Lancaster County

DD Service Coordination District 2 (offices include Lincoln, Auburn, Beatrice, Crete, Fairbury, Nebraska City, Plattsmouth)
(402) 480-8649 · Website (opens in a new tab) · 301 Centennial Mall South (Lincoln office), Lincoln, 68509

Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers for Lancaster County

Brain injury, HIV, and complex medical needs

Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver No waiting list

Adults 18 and older with a traumatic brain injury who meet the same rules as the Aged and Disabled Waiver, including nursing facility level of care.

Start with: Nebraska DHHS (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)

Nebraska reported no HCBS waiting lists in KFF 2026 state data.

Steps

  1. Apply for Medicaid and the waiver together on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
  2. Send records showing the brain injury
  3. Complete the level of care assessment
  4. Get a services coordinator and build your plan

Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers for Lancaster County

Older adults and people with physical disabilities

Aged and Disabled (AD) Waiver No waiting list

People of any age who are 65 or older or have a disability, meet nursing facility level of care, and need waiver services.

Start with: Nebraska DHHS (apply through iServe Nebraska) · (877) 667-6266 · Website (opens in a new tab)

Nebraska reported no HCBS waiting lists in KFF 2026 state data.

Steps

  1. Apply for Medicaid and the waiver together on iServe Nebraska, or call (877) 667-6266
  2. Complete the level of care assessment
  3. Get assigned a services coordinator
  4. Sign the consent form and build a person-centered plan
  5. Services start once Medicaid is active and your plan is written

Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers for Lancaster County

Rules change. Check with the agency before you rely on this. Checked 2026-10-09.

Confirmed Profiles based in Lancaster County

Organizations checked by ConnectIDD with an address in the county, A to Z. Many more serve the county from nearby.

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