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Family Caregiver Resources

Family Caregiver Resources play a crucial role in fostering a supportive community for caregivers, promoting their health and resilience as they fulfill their important caregiving duties.

Some materials are available in multiple languages: Multilingual Materials

Answers4Families

When there is someone in your family with special needs, you may find yourself looking for answers. Answers4Families.org is Nebraska’s support and information connection for families and professionals seeking assistance. This web site is a collection of articles, resources and referrals.

Aging and Disability Resource Center & Area Agencies on Aging

The ADRC is the “one-stop shop” at the community level to help you make informed decisions about long term services and supports.  It is a collaborative effort between aging and disability organizations.

ARCH National Respite Network

The ARCH National Respite Network includes the National Respite Locator, a service to help caregivers and professionals locate respite services in their community, the National Respite Coalition, a service that advocates for preserving and promoting respite in policy and programs at the national, state, and local levels, and the Lifespan Respite Technical Assistance Center which is funded by the Administration for Community Living in the US Department of Health and Human Services.

Centers for Independent Living

Designed and operated by individuals with disabilities, Centers for Independent Living (CILs) provide independent living services for people with disabilities. 

Early Development Network

Early intervention services for families with children birth to age three with developmental delays and/or health care needs and connects families to needed services.

Email Discussion Groups

Early intervention services for families with children birth to age three with developmental delays and/or health care needs and connects families to needed services.

Nebraska Lifespan Respite Network Brochure

Caring for those who care for others! Caregiving is rewarding, but also demanding and stressful. NLRN offers information, education, support, and can connect you with providers that best meet your needs.

Nebraska Resource and Referral System

The Nebraska Resource and Referral System (NRRS) will help you find services and resources in Nebraska. The NRRS contains accurate and up-to-date information on thousands of community agencies and organizations that provide services and resources to Nebraskans.

VA/Military Resources for Family Caregivers

The VA has a variety of programs for caregivers of veterans that provide resources, education, support services, and in some cases financial assistance.

Virtual Learning Series

Join us for our monthly Virtual Learning Series, hosted by the Nebraska Lifespan Respite Network. Each session is designed to help you learn more about respite care and available resources, connect with fellow caregivers, and meet our dedicated statewide team.