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.

Have you ever thought about welcoming a child in need into your home? Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back, open your heart and make a difference in someone’s life? If you’re curious about how to become a foster parent in Nebraska, you’ve come to the right place. The most important trait in a foster parent is openness to love and support. We know you would be so good at this! Don’t believe us? Here are 10 signs you’re ready to take the next step and start providing foster care in Nebraska.

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.

KVC Nebraska offers team members the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a workplace where professionals find purpose and passion and serve the greater Nebraska community. In a field with significant burnout and turnover, KVC Nebraska has built a close-knit and award-winning workplace with people who genuinely care about the success and wellbeing of their colleagues.

Our foster families care for children until they can either safely return home or another permanency plan can be determined. The choice to become a foster parent/family is a big deal and life adjustment. And comes with a lot of questions. Here are answers to some of your frequently asked questions about what it means to become a foster parent.

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.

November is National Adoption Month, a time to celebrate all the incredible families that have grown and bonded through adoption, including the Fedoris family! From biological to adopted, explore how the Fedoris family went from two biological children to a family of eight!

Children from many diverse backgrounds live in poverty, and many of those are involved in the child welfare system. It is vital for social work and child welfare organizations like KVC Nebraska to recognize and value diversity. Explore how diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI+B) play a crucial role in our work at KVC Nebraska. Discover how we are driving DEI+B forward as we serve children and families.

See why Nebraska children and teens need more foster parents to temporarily care for them while birth families work toward reunification.

Date: Wednesday, September 22 – Thursday, September 23 Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm This training is available to Shared Living Providers. The Mandt System is a comprehensive, integrated approach to preventing, […]