The Arc of Nebraska

12/27/2025

As the year ends, stay active! 📣When Nebraskans stay engaged and voice concerns, we can create a brighter future for individuals with disabilities.

The draft of the 2027-2031 Five-Year State Plan Goals and Objectives is now open for public comment. If you have comments or suggestions, please submit them to: Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities, PO Box 95026, Lincoln, NE 68509-5026, or email dhhs.ddcouncil@nebraska.gov by January 23, 2...

12/22/2025

Please take a minute to read & act. “Urge DHHS to reconsider the 40-hour cap for live-in caregivers”.

Urge DHHS to reconsider the 40-hour cap for live-in caregivers

12/19/2025

Even during the holidays, we have to stay active. 📣Speak up Nebraskans.

The public comment period is only open until January 5th. Make sure your voice is heard: https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/DD-Public-Comment.aspx

A budget proposal from Nebraska’s Department of Health and Human Services is causing panic among families who rely on paid caregiver hours for disabled family members.

12/18/2025

Have a concern? Let us know how we can help advocate for you or your individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Everyone's voice matters & should be heard!

Use this link to submit feedback:

https://forms.gle/z7RfdD9BjCv9E1Pw5

The Arc of Nebraska is always collecting lived experiences from Nebraskans regarding waiver services, special education, and more. If you feel supported in your community, we want to hear what is working well! If you are hitting barriers, advocate for changes to improve access to quality living. Supportive communities and state services make huge impacts. Help us build a brighter future for those living with disabilities!

12/12/2025

This past year, 18 Senatorial Dinner tickets were sponsored to ensure broad participation and representation. In 2026, we hope to sponsor 30 advocates!

Our proudest moment of the year came in March when we welcomed 288 guests to our Annual Senatorial Dinner banquet in downtown Lincoln. This was our largest banquet since the pandemic! Self-advocates, disability service providers, and state policymakers came together to share a meal, exchange ideas, and celebrate progress.

Will you help us reach our 2026 goal of sponsoring 30 dinner tickets? The Arc of Nebraska creates opportunities for disability advocates to share their stories with community leaders. ALL voices should have a seat at the table. Your gift this season goes a long way in advocacy.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/arc-of-nebraska-giving-qr-donation

12/11/2025

This year has been marked by meaningful growth, strong advocacy, and deeper connections across our state. Thank you!

⭐We are proud to partner with five organizational allies that strengthen our mission in Nebraska. Civic Nebraska, Nebraska Association of Service Providers (NASP), The Nebraska Table, Give Nebraska, and Nebraska Appleseed continue to collaborate with us on shared goals for equity, accessibility, and community inclusion.

Together with our community members, donors, partners, and supporters, we are advancing opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the families who walk beside them.

Be sure to check out our website: www.arc-nebraska.org

Contact us if you'd like to learn about more ways you can advocate!

12/08/2025

Supporters in Lincoln, Rose Cat Coffee Co. opens doors for employment and entrepreneurs. ❤️When businesses collaborate and develop opportunities for those with disabilities our communities create spaces of belonging and fulfillment. Check out their upcoming event!

We are SO excited to host .entrepreneurs Christmas Market this Saturday!!🎁🛍️☕️💝🎅🏼

Unified Entrepreneurship gives individuals with disabilities the opportunity to explore entrepreneurship, start a business & sell their products! We are thrilled to be hosting their Christmas Market, where these amazing individuals will be selling their one-of-a-kind, homemade items, just in time for the Holidays!!

We hope to see you there!💝

📍Rose Cat Coffee Co
🗓️ Saturday, December 13th at 9am
*event goes until 12 or when supplies run out*

12/05/2025

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Pursuant to 42 C.F.R. §441.304(f), t​​he Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is required to give public notice related to the state's plan to renew the 1915(c) Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Aged and Adult and Children with Disabilities (NE.0187) waiver an...

12/05/2025

Time to RSVP! You are invited to The Arc of Nebraska's Annual Senatorial Dinner. This spring banquet will be held at The Embassy Suites by Hilton in downtown Lincoln on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026.

A table seats 8 guests. Call or email us to reserve your table today! (Table reservations must be submitted by December 31st. Individual ticket & table purchases will begin in January.)

Phone: (402)475-4407
Email: info@arc-nebraska.org

12/04/2025

HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) are the medicaid waivers individuals and families rely on for support. Influence federal policy and share your story! 🗣️

The Senate Special Committee on Aging is holding a hearing next week on the importance of community living, and they’re asking for real stories from people who rely on Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS). If HCBS support you or someone in your life to live and fully participate in the community, now is the time to share your story! The deadline is December 8, so make sure Congress understands what these services make possible. https://bit.ly/4rzzHl8

12/02/2025

Yes! YOU can make a positive impact for Nebraskans with disabilities.

❤Every dollar given goes directly towards advocacy & educational opportunities. The Arc of Nebraska invests time participating in state-wide policy and advisory councils. We amplify voices and support families seeking disability services, parent support, and local programming.

Today is Giving Tuesday, use the link below to make an impact:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/arc-of-nebraska-giving-qr-donation