PTI Nebraska

11/06/2025

Come one, come all! All learning sessions from this Friday’s conference are now being conducted virtually! So you can join us from wherever you are at across Nebraska!

Can you attend one morning session? We want you there! Can you attend one afternoon session? We want you there! Can you attend a few sessions throughout the day? We want you there! Can you attend the whole day? We want you there! Can you only attend the last session of the day? We want you there!!!

Online Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XwJaJN-VTS2_mZhClSydgQ

***We will send you an email with the Zoom links that match your registration information!

Check out this fabulous Friday morning lineup of expert speakers!

—-9am we have Amy Taft, a DD Service Coordination Supervisor from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), talking about the Medicaid Home and Community Based Services Waivers! Yay! And the crowd is going wild!!!

—-10am we have Jennifer Meints, Community Outreach Director from Hands of Heartland, talking about what Adult Day Center Services are! Yaaassss! And the crowd is on their feet!!!

—-11am we have Bobbi Belka and Katie Cain, Employment Specialists from Nebraska VR, Nebraska Department of Education, talking about what Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services are for your young adults in school! Woo!!! The crowd is now screaming and yelling with excitement!!!

Then join speakers from PTI Nebraska for various afternoon sessions from 1pm - 4pm about IEPs, Transition Planning, Behavior Plans, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Decision-Making Options!!! YES!!!!! The crowd just can’t stop smiling!!!

Please come learn with us anytime tomorrow! This is a day full of wonderful information!

We can’t wait to see you!!

11/05/2025

📣‼️Upcoming Training Reminder‼️📣

Questions about who PTI Nebraska is and what we do? Don't forget that you'll have two FREE virtual presentation opportunities to learn how PTI Nebraska supports families, caregivers, and professionals in improving outcomes for children with disabilities in education, healthcare, and transition to adulthood. 🌟

📅 Event Date: November 12th, 2025
💻 Location: Online (Zoom)

🕛 Choose a session that fits your schedule:
🌞 Afternoon Session: 12 – 1 PM CT
Register here: bit.ly/4hgEfZ9

🌙 Evening Session: 6 – 7 PM CT
Register here: bit.ly/4nPqdA2

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or professional, this is a great way to discover who PTI Nebraska is and how we can help your family thrive! 💬

11/04/2025

🔔UPDATED CONFERENCE INFORMATION - MOVED TO ALL ONLINE SESSONS DUE TO LOW IN-PERSON REGISTRATION🔔

YOUR CHILD, YOUR VOICE: PARENT CONFERENCE ON DISABILITY PROGRAMS & SERVICES 🙌

📅 Friday, November 7th, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍Online Virtual Trainings
💻 Attend via Zoom

REGISTRATION: Registration information TBA, please stay tuned for further information!

Parents and caregivers - this day is for YOU! ♥️

Come learn about resources, supports, and services that can help your child with a disability thrive. Whether you’re traveling on the IEP journey or navigating adulthood transitions, you’ll walk away empowered and informed!

***Morning Sessions (9 AM – 12 PM, Zoom)
-Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waivers
-Adult Day Center Services
-Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services

***Afternoon Sessions (1 PM – 4 PM, Zoom)
-IEPs & Transition Planning
-Behavior Plans & SSI
-Decision-Making Options (Guardianship, POA, Supported Decision-Making)

🌟 Special Bilingual Session (1 – 3 PM, Zoom):
-Join PTI Nebraska’s Spanish Information Specialist for a Zoom training on Transition Planning and Adult Services/Waivers.

We’d love to have you for ANY amount of time you can give - spend the whole day with us or join us online for a session or two!

Sponsored by: Families 1st Partnership, Bethel Church, Hands of Heartland & PTI Nebraska!

Things are better when we work together! ♥️

11/04/2025

📣❗ Upcoming Training Reminder: Transitioning to Kindergarten! ❗📣
Is your child getting ready for kindergarten? Join PTI Nebraska for an informative session designed to help parents navigate this exciting — and sometimes overwhelming — transition! 💛

📘 Topics include:
✅ The special education process
✅ Parental rights
✅ Helpful transition tips
✅ Resources and related topics

🗓 Event Date: November 10th, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM CT
💻 Location: Online (Zoom)

👉 Register here: bit.ly/47nZeVr
or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Help your child start kindergarten with confidence — we’re here to support you every step of the way! 🌟

11/03/2025

Don't forget, tomorrow is the November PTI Virtual Parent Support Group! We hope to see you at this session!

🗓 Date: November 4th
⏰ Time: 12 PM – 1 PM CST
📍 Location: Statewide Zoom Session

This session is open to parents only and provides a supportive environment for families navigating special education and disability services.

👉 Register here: bit.ly/4kUq9h1

11/01/2025

Omaha Mom Prom tickets are on sale now!!! 🙌

PTI Nebraska is honored to be the 2026 Charity Partner for the Omaha Mom Prom! 💃✨

We’re beyond thrilled to be part of this amazing event which will help raise funds to support our mission of providing meaningful social and vocational skills learning opportunities for children and young adults with disabilities. ❤️

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to all the Omaha Mom Prom board members, the event sponsors, and to all the wonderful women who will be purchasing tickets when they go on sale November 1st! 🙌💖

Your support means so much to us, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥳

Check out Omahamomprom.org to purchase your tickets on November 1st!

All proceeds go to PTI Nebraska 🎉

10/31/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Halloween! 👻

We hope your day is filled with fun, laughter, yummy treats, and a little bit of spooky spirit. 🕸️🧡

10/31/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

PTI Nebraska is honored to be the 2026 Charity Partner for the Omaha Mom Prom! 💃✨

We’re beyond thrilled to be part of this amazing event which will help raise funds to support our mission of providing meaningful social and vocational skills learning opportunities for children and young adults with disabilities. ❤️

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to all the Omaha Mom Prom board members, the event sponsors, and to all the wonderful women who will be purchasing tickets when they go on sale November 1st! 🙌💖

Your support means so much to us, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥳

Check out Omahamomprom.org to purchase your tickets on November 1st!

All proceeds go to PTI Nebraska 🎉

10/30/2025

🩺 Don’t Miss Our Upcoming FREE Virtual Training on Medicaid—Navigating Open Enrollment.

Are you or someone you know considering your options during Medicaid open enrollment? Join PTI Nebraska in our upcoming online training to learn more about Medicaid managed care - what it is, which companies serve Nebraska, and how to choose the best fit for your family.

📅 Event Date: November 18, 2025

🕛 Afternoon Session: 12–1 PM CT
💻 Registration: bit.ly/4oxT2B1

🌙 Evening Session: 7–8 PM CT
💻 Registration: bit.ly/42S9kfQ

10/30/2025

🌟 FREE Virtual Training Alert! 🌟

October is National Bullying Prevention Month!

At PTI Nebraska, our hearts are with every child and family who has felt the pain of bullying. 🧡 No one should ever feel alone, unseen, or unsafe - and together, we can make a difference. 🤝

Join us for our free online training: “Identifying and Addressing Bullying” — a powerful session designed to help parents, educators, and other community professionals understand, prevent, and respond to bullying.

What This Training Will Cover:

✅ Causes of bullying and how to identify it
✅ Reporting and documentation tips
✅ How the IEP supports social skills and peer connections

Participants will receive practical tools and anti-bullying resources!!!

🗓 Date: November 17, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM CT
💻 Cost: FREE (Virtual Training)

🔗 Register Here: bit.ly/4hg2SoF
📱 Or scan the QR code below to sign up!

Let’s work together to create safer, more supportive environments for every student. Because every child deserves to feel accepted, valued, and physically and emotionally safe at school.🧡