PTI Nebraska

PTI Nebraska INFORMED PARENTS - IMPROVED OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

Proud to be the Parent Training & Information Center of Nebraska (PTI Nebraska)

We are a statewide nonprofit dedicated to empowering families of children with disabilities through training, resources, and individualized support.

Reminder! FREE Virtual Training for Families & Professionals on Wednesday! 💜We’re super excited to partner with Educatio...
04/29/2026

Reminder! FREE Virtual Training for Families & Professionals on Wednesday! đź’ś

We’re super excited to partner with Education Rights Counsel (ERC) to bring you this important training on how ERC supports families and professionals in the disability community.

Join us to learn how this resource can help you better navigate special education and advocate with confidence!

The Details:

đź—“ Wednesday, April 29, 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 PM (CST)
đź’» Free via Zoom

Presented by: Lauren Micek Vargas, CEO, Education Rights Counsel

This will be hosted by Lisa Hobza, our Family-to-Family Health Information Center Specialist at PTI Nebraska

To Register: https://bit.ly/42BQNIC

Or https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4s2Ts1puTAGhADXrqVZrZQ

Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or professional - this is a great opportunity to learn how Education Rights Counsel helps strengthen family advocacy. đź’ś

Don’t miss this great learning session!

We hope to see you there!



Resource sharing: Project LifesaverProject Lifesaver International is a program that partners with local law enforcement...
04/27/2026

Resource sharing: Project Lifesaver

Project Lifesaver International is a program that partners with local law enforcement to help quickly locate individuals who may wander away from their caregivers due to autism, dementia, or other cognitive conditions.

Participants wear a small radio-frequency transmitter bracelet (not GPS), typically on the wrist or ankle. If a person goes missing, trained law enforcement use specialized tracking equipment to help locate them - often in a fraction of the time it would take with traditional search methods.

This matters. Wandering is a very real safety concern for many families in the disability community.

If you’re a caregiver, this may be something worth exploring as part of your safety planning.

Availability in Nebraska varies by location and participating law enforcement agencies. Families can contact their local sheriff’s office or police department to ask whether the program is offered in their area.

You can also learn more and search for location information here: https://projectlifesaver.org

Additional resources (Nebraska):

—https://autismaction.org/support/safety/project-lifesaver

—https://www.dsamidlands.org/dsresources/project-lifesaver.html

—https://www.autismfamilynetwork.org/projectlifesaver

Let’s work to make sure our loved ones with disabilities are safe, supported, and protected. 💜

Let’s sound off!

If you know your county, town, or local law enforcement agency has Project Lifesaver International in place, drop it in the comments so other families can benefit from the information. Thank you!!!

[Image of a project lifesaver bracelet found at https://www.dsamidlands.org/dsresources/project-lifesaver.html]

Last weekend, we had the opportunity to be part of Creciendo Juntos (Growing Together): Childcare Conference in Omaha - ...
04/25/2026

Last weekend, we had the opportunity to be part of Creciendo Juntos (Growing Together): Childcare Conference in Omaha - a day centered on caring, connecting, and supporting those who show up for children every single day. đź’ś

Our bilingual Spanish Information Specialist, Ada Luna, was there sharing resources and connecting with childcare providers who are often the first to notice when a child may need a little extra support.

Those early observations matter, and so does making sure providers feel equipped and supported in what to do next.

We were grateful to share important information with attendees, for them to reference, as they continue to observe, support, and connect families to helpful resources.

Because when we invest in childcare providers, we’re investing in children, families, and stronger communities. 💫

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our information table, and to those who continue to lead with heart in their work every day. đź’ś



FREE Virtual Training for Families & Professionals! 💜We’re so excited to partner with Education Rights Counsel (ERC) to ...
04/24/2026

FREE Virtual Training for Families & Professionals! đź’ś

We’re so excited to partner with Education Rights Counsel (ERC) to bring you an important training on how ERC supports families and professionals in the disability community.

Join us to learn how this resource can help you better navigate special education and advocate with confidence!

The Details:

đź—“ Wednesday, April 29, 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 PM (CST)
đź’» Free via Zoom

Presented by: Lauren Micek Vargas, CEO, Education Rights Counsel

This will be hosted by Lisa Hobza, our Family-to-Family Health Information Center Specialist at PTI Nebraska

To Register: https://bit.ly/42BQNIC

Or https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4s2Ts1puTAGhADXrqVZrZQ

Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or professional - this is a great opportunity to learn how Education Rights Counsel helps strengthen family advocacy. đź’ś

Don’t miss this great learning session! 🙌



Reminder: Transition planning training on Wednesday!If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out “what’s next” f...
04/22/2026

Reminder: Transition planning training on Wednesday!

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out “what’s next” for your child or young adult - you’re not alone. Transition planning can feel like a lot, but we’re here to walk through it with you.

Join PTI Nebraska for a FREE Zoom training:
“Transition Planning: What to Do and When”

We’ll break it down in a way that actually makes sense:

✨ What should be included in a transition plan
✨ How to plan for employment, education, and independent living
✨ When things should happen

The details:

đź“… Wednesday, April 22, 2026

⏰ 12–1 PM OR 8:30–9:30 PM CST

Pick the time that works for you - we’ve got you either way.

To Register:

—12 PM session: https://bit.ly/4TDFKNL or https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8TLpUKHYT0mFrp1wQNTBRQ #/registration or use the QR code on the flyer!

—8:30 PM session: https://bit.ly/4SPT3IJ or https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jyfsEXbQQ1KPcqIyWt8rjg #/registration or use the QR code on the flyer!

***We are offering the same learning session at different times to help accommodate busy schedules.

Come as you are, bring your questions, and leave feeling a little more confident about the future.

We hope to see you there! đź’ś





We’re excited to offer a FREE virtual training - Understanding the Special Education Family Guide in Spanish! 💜Join us f...
04/21/2026

We’re excited to offer a FREE virtual training - Understanding the Special Education Family Guide in Spanish! 💜

Join us for Session 4 led by our bilingual Spanish Information Specialist, Ada Luna, as we walk through how families can better understand special education and feel more confident navigating the process.

The Details:

đź—“ Wednesday April 22nd
⏰ 12–1 PM CT

Session Link: bit.ly/47XBvge

Or use: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87264305774?pwd=4UdaNCruMdjSIpvDFCmP2HVjXaRuaE.1

This session will cover:

✔️ Questions you can ask to better understand special education
✔️ What to do if you disagree with the evaluation, IEP, or placement
✔️ How families and schools can work together to reduce conflict
✔️ Resources to support your family

Spanish-speaking families - this is for you!

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

Come learn with PTI! đź’ś

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¡Estamos emocionados de ofrecer una capacitación virtual GRATUITA: Entendiendo la Guía Familiar de Educación Especial en español! 💜

Acompáñenos en la Sesión 4, dirigida por nuestra Especialista de Información Bilingüe en Español, Ada Luna, mientras exploramos cómo las familias pueden comprender mejor la educación especial y sentirse más seguras al navegar el proceso.

Detalles:
🗓 Miércoles 22 de abril
⏰ 12:00–1:00 p. m. (hora central)

Enlace de la sesiĂłn: bit.ly/47XBvge

O use: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87264305774?pwd=4UdaNCruMdjSIpvDFCmP2HVjXaRuaE.1

En esta sesión aprenderá:

✔️ Qué preguntas hacer para comprender mejor la educación especial
✔️ Qué hacer si no está de acuerdo con la evaluación, el IEP o la colocación
✔️ Cómo las familias y las escuelas pueden trabajar juntas para reducir conflictos
✔️ Recursos para apoyar a su familia
Familias de habla hispana—¡esto es para ustedes! 💫

No tienen que hacerlo solos.

¡Venga a aprender con PTI! 💜

If you’ve ever wondered…“Does my child qualify for a 504 plan?”“What accommodations can schools provide?”“How do I advoc...
04/21/2026

If you’ve ever wondered…
“Does my child qualify for a 504 plan?”
“What accommodations can schools provide?”
“How do I advocate for what my child needs in their 504 plan?”
This training is for you!!! đź’ś

Join Cami Bergman, a special education information specialist at PTI Nebraska, for a free learning session on Section 504 and how it can support your child’s access and success in school.

The details:

đź“… Thursday, April 23rd
⏰ 12–1 PM (CST)
🎟️ Free via Zoom

To Register: https://tinyurl.com/bddaa33y

Or https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KZDk_cK_RhKAr6KC3yQtGg #/

Or use the QR code on the flyer

We believe families deserve clear, accurate information to advocate for their children so please join us this Thursday to better understand how 504 protections, accommodations, and supports work in school, and how to make them work for your child!

Please share this with families! We’d love to see you all there! 💜

Friends don’t let friends transition plan alone! 💜If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out “what’s next” for...
04/16/2026

Friends don’t let friends transition plan alone! 💜

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out “what’s next” for your child or young adult - you’re not alone. Transition planning can feel like a lot, but we’re here to walk through it with you.

Join PTI Nebraska for a FREE Zoom training:
“Transition Planning: What to Do and When”

We’ll break it down in a way that actually makes sense:

✨ What should be included in a transition plan
✨ How to plan for employment, education, and independent living
✨ When things should happen

The details:

đź“… Wednesday, April 22, 2026

⏰ 12–1 PM OR 8:30–9:30 PM CST

Pick the time that works for you - we’ve got you either way.

To Register:

—12 PM session: https://bit.ly/4TDFKNL or https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8TLpUKHYT0mFrp1wQNTBRQ #/registration or use the QR code on the flyer!

—8:30 PM session: https://bit.ly/4SPT3IJ or https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jyfsEXbQQ1KPcqIyWt8rjg #/registration or use the QR code on the flyer!

***We are offering the same learning session at different times to help accommodate busy schedules.

Come as you are, bring your questions, and leave feeling a little more confident about the future.

We hope to see you there! đź’ś





The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice. 💜Kids are always listening, even when we don’t realize it. Th...
04/16/2026

The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice. đź’ś

Kids are always listening, even when we don’t realize it. The words we use today become the voice in their head tomorrow.

Those everyday words - “I’m proud of you,” “You can do hard things,” “Your feelings matter” - they stick. They shape confidence, resilience, and how children see themselves long after they leave our care.

Whether you're a parent, teacher, child care, or service provider… your words matter more than you think.

Let’s keep choosing words that build kids up. 🙌💜

[Image from The Daycare Teacher]

REMINDER: FREE TRAINING FOR FAMILIES & PROFESSIONALS ON THURSDAY! đź’śJoin PTI Nebraska this Thursday for an important sess...
04/15/2026

REMINDER: FREE TRAINING FOR FAMILIES & PROFESSIONALS ON THURSDAY! đź’ś

Join PTI Nebraska this Thursday for an important session on De-Escalation Strategies for Behavior Support!

Learn simple, effective techniques to safely respond to challenging behaviors while staying calm and supporting positive outcomes.

This 30 minute training session is perfect for parents, caregivers, and professionals working with children and youth.

✨ Presented by: Lighthouse Autism Center
đź—“ Thursday, April 16
⏰ 12:00 – 12:30 PM (CST)
đź’» Via Zoom

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/h-hYZoMiSwq2qpcFn6Knqw #/registration

Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

We hope you join us! You’ll walk away with strategies you can use right away in real-life situations! 💜




PTI Nebraska is excited to host a vendor table and take part in a panel at the Empowerment in Special Education Conferen...
04/13/2026

PTI Nebraska is excited to host a vendor table and take part in a panel at the Empowerment in Special Education Conference and Resource Day: Information, Advocacy, Action this coming Saturday! đź’ś

Come connect with us - we’re ready for your questions and are looking forward to seeing lots of families, educators, service providers, and community members!

This great event will feature sessions on:

✨ Advocacy
✨ Partnering with school staff
✨ Supporting children with anxiety
✨ Recreational opportunities for children with disabilities

Here are the details:

-Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
-Time: 8:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
-Location: Boys Town Headquarters
14100 Crawford St, Boys Town, NE 68010
-Virtual option available
-Snacks will be provided (Yay!)
-The Cost is FREE!!! (Double Yay!)

To register: bit.ly/spec-ed-conf-26

We hope to see you there! đź’ś

FREE TRAINING FOR FAMILIES & PROFESSIONALS!!! đź’śJoin PTI Nebraska this Thursday for an important session on De-Escalati...
04/13/2026

FREE TRAINING FOR FAMILIES & PROFESSIONALS!!! đź’ś

Join PTI Nebraska this Thursday for an important session on De-Escalation Strategies for Behavior Support!

Learn simple, effective techniques to safely respond to challenging behaviors while staying calm and supporting positive outcomes.

This 30 minute training session is perfect for parents, caregivers, and professionals working with children and youth.

✨ Presented by: Lighthouse Autism Center
đź—“ Thursday, April 16
⏰ 12:00 – 12:30 PM (CST)
đź’» Via Zoom

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/h-hYZoMiSwq2qpcFn6Knqw #/registration

Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

We hope you join us on Thursday! You’ll walk away with strategies you can use right away in real-life situations! 💜




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