Shared meals create predictable routines, encourage meaningful conversations and strengthen relationships between caregivers and youth. While nutrition is an important part of the equation, the emotional benefits of eating together can be just as powerful. Whether you’re a foster parent, kinship caregiver or shared living provider, making time for regular family meals is one meaningful way to help children and teens feel safe, supported and at home.

At KVC Nebraska, strengthening family and community support systems is at the heart of everything we do. Through behavioral healthcare, foster care, Shared Living, in-home family support and prevention services, we’re helping build the connections that allow Nebraska individuals, youth and families to thrive.

At KVC Nebraska, we believe every young person and individual deserves a safe, supportive environment as they work toward independence. Shared Living is one way we provide a pathway to independence for individuals of many different backgrounds and experiences who may need a little extra help. Shared Living providers are the backbone of this program, opening their homes to youth and other individuals in need. If you’re interested in becoming a Shared Living provider in Nebraska, here’s what you need to know.

On September 19, 2025, golfers and community supporters from across Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri gathered at Ashland Golf Club for the 13th Annual KVC Kids Classic Golf Tournament for […]

July is Disability Pride Month, a great opportunity to learn, raise awareness and advocate for individuals with disabilities, from physical disabilities requiring a wheelchair to developmental disabilities. At KVC Nebraska, our Shared Living program (SLP) fosters welcoming environments for everyone by empowering shared living providers to offer homes to individuals with disabilities. Discover some strategies that shared living providers and communities use to foster independence and support individuals with disabilities.

Caregiving is challenging! Caregiving takes countless forms — parenting babies, being a foster parent of teens, acting as a caregiver for an aging family member, co-parenting alongside someone else- the list goes on! No matter the setting, no matter who you’re caring for, burnout is normal. But self-care can help. When you care for yourself, you’re better equipped to help those in your care. Let’s explore how parents and caregivers can bolster mental health.

The holidays can be a wonderful time of year for many, but they can be difficult and even isolating for people with unique needs and experiences. How can you make your holiday celebrations inclusive for individuals with disabilities? Let’s explore the many ways you can make holiday parties, events and even gift-giving accessible and inclusive for everyone, regardless of ability.

The seventh annual Crop for Kids Scrapbooking event brought together more than 50 crafters from across Nebraska and raised over $8,500!

March is a time to celebrate inclusivity and effective communication with individuals with developmental disabilities.

The arts can provide many benefits to young people with learning disabilities and create a positive difference in the home.