The Arc of Nebraska

07/24/2025

We’re still working to protect access to Medicaid. Call and tell your representatives how important Medicaid is to you!

60 hours, 60k actions. One goal: Protect Medicaid.
Call now: 855-564-1489

We’re on Capitol Hill today, reading real stories from across the country of people with disabilities whose lives are on the line. Why? Because earlier this month, Congress voted to make the biggest cuts to Medicaid in the program’s 60-year history. Millions of people with disabilities rely on Medicaid for health care and vital services, and these cuts will make it even harder for people to access the care they need. We want members of Congress to know how their decision will hurt families and communities across the country.

You can join us from home by calling today and telling your elected officials what Medicaid means to you. We have a script ready for you. It only takes a minute to take action. 📢📲

07/21/2025

Come celebrate with us! 🎉Antelope Park in Lincoln will be filled with food vendors, an art show, and FUN happening all morning. (Scroll for details!)

9am - Opening Remarks
9:10am - Proclamation from Mayor of Lincoln
9:20am - Proclamation from NE Governor
9:30am - Dancing Beyond Limits
12:45pm - Closing Remarks

"Cool Down Zone" & Art Show - located in Auld Pavilion
Quiet Zone - located in The Veterans Memorial Garden
Vendors - located in open area to the west of Auld Pavilion
*Handicap Parking located south of the Auld Pavilion in rectangular lot.

We hope to see you there! Be sure to stop by and talk to us about disability advocacy.❤

07/19/2025

Accessibility helps everyone! 🎉As we approach July 26th, we celebrate Disability Pride and remember the American Disabilities Act being signed into law in 1990.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) changed the landscape of civil rights in the U.S. — ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access, opportunity, and protection under the law.

It opened doors — literally and figuratively — by breaking down barriers in employment, transportation, public spaces, and more.

While there’s still work to be done, the ADA reminds us of what’s possible when we stand up for inclusion, equity, and dignity for all. For more info on the ADA>> https://tinyurl.com/yjxpvy38

07/18/2025

In case you missed it…

We hope DHHS can support the needs of Nebraskans while committing to a system that is sustainable for both our state & service providers.

📣There are many valid concerns sitting in the comments. We must keep asking these important questions.

07/18/2025

In approximately 20 minutes DHHS is providing a news conference regarding the planned changes to ABA therapy reimbursements through Medicaid. There was discussion on the planned changes at both the MAC and the BAC yesterday, so hopefully this is favorable news!

Tune in if you are available!

This news conference will also be streamed live on DHHS’ page: https://www.facebook.com/NEDHHS

07/14/2025

Please use this link to fill out a survey about ABA therapy and any concerns you may have at this time.

The Arc of Nebraska is collecting information from families about communications they may be receiving in response to Medicaid changes or updates in regard to ABA therapy. The Arc of Nebraska board members are involved with the federally mandated Medicaid Advisory Committee(MAC) & Beneficiary Adviso...

07/09/2025

Did you know Eppley Airfield participates in this program?

Visit their link to learn more!

Not all disabilities are visible. 💛 OMA is proud to participate in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, helping passengers with non-visible disabilities travel with greater comfort and confidence. 🌻

🌻 Travelers can pick up a special Sunflower lanyard, button, or bracelet at the mobile information booths located pre-security across from North and South baggage claims on the first floor of the Terminal.

Visit tinyurl.com/4mkr4buc to learn more.

07/09/2025

Simple consideration of one’s needs can make all the difference.

Nat’s family had trouble finding a dentist who understood his needs. Some offices didn’t take Medicaid. Others didn’t know how to communicate with autistic patients.

But at a dental school in Boston, Nat was welcomed with respect and supported through a complex procedure step by step.

With just a few accommodations, like using familiar words or giving extra time to answer, Nat’s care team helped reduce fear and confusion.

Medicaid made it possible. The right approach made it meaningful.

Everyone deserves dental care that works for them.

07/03/2025

The The Arc of the United States has an easy action link to contact your congress member in the House of Representatives! They havent voted on the final reconciliation bill yet!

Call and email your members of Congress now to protect disability services! https://bit.ly/4nAjzy0

Your calls and messages can stop the dangerous budget bill that’s moving through Congress. This bill would cut Medicaid by nearly $1 trillion, nearly 20% of the federal Medicaid budget. It also includes nearly $200 billion in cuts to food assistance and would make it harder for kids with disabilities to get the services they need.

The House of Representatives is next to vote. We must stop these devastating cuts before it’s too late!

07/03/2025

Call your representatives!

Don Bacon - (202) 225-4155
Mike Flood - (202) 225-4806
Adrian Smith - (202) 225-6435

The more than 1,000 page "big beautiful bill" covers many things, but rural health leaders are concerned about what proposed Medicaid cuts will do to an already fragile rural health system.

07/01/2025

How To Celebrate Disability Pride: Share your stories, learn about disability history, support disability employer businesses, donate to your local disability advocates, contact your local and state community leaders about disability inclusion and supportive resource efforts...the list can go on and on.

❤Bottom line...all individuals want respect, dignity, and opportunities to be involved in their communities. We have been working to change history year after year. The Arc of Nebraska and our local chapters advocate for Nebraskans living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Connect with us and join our network of belonging. We see you & we want to lift you up!

If you work for a disability employer or disability advocate group, talk about your disability pride events and your business in the comments. Let's show our support for one another!

07/01/2025

📣Nebraskans, we must keep advocating.

The cuts the GOP is working to enact would also place strain on more than 20 maternal care wards and inpatient mental health care providers in the panhandle, advocates warned.