• How can I search for human services resources?
There are three ways to search: by keyword; by category, and alphabetically. You can limit any search by entering a ZIP Code and selecting a mile radius around that ZIP Code.

Search by keyword

Example: Enter keyword(s) likely to describe the service you are trying to find. You also can search for the name of an agency or program. If you enter more than one keyword, your results are based on all of the keywords. For example, if you search for “domestic violence,” your search results only will include services with both the word “domestic” AND the word “violence” in their service names or definitions.

Results: You will see a Google map, with sites where services are available listed below and services related to your search listed to the right. If you would like to see a list of agencies associated with the sites, click on “Agencies” above the map. For a printable version of the results, click the printer icon.

Search by category

Example: If you know the category of the service you are trying to find, select “Category Search” to see 11 broad program categories. Click the + next to each category to see more specific subcategories. (Some subcategories will be further divided.) Click on any of the subcategories listed to see a list of associated sites. For instance, if you would like to find out about the services available for emergency housing, begin by clicking the + next to “Basic Needs.” Next, click the + next to “Housing/Shelter.” Yous will see various categories under “Housing/Shelter,” including “Emergency Shelter.” Click on “Emergency Shelter” to see a list of emergency shelter services.

Results: You will see a Google map, with sites where services are available listed below and services offered at those sites listed to the right. If you would like to see a list of agencies associated with the service sites, click on “Agencies” above the map. For a printable version of the results, click the printer icon.

Search alphabetically

Example: If you know the name of an agency or site and want to see their listing, search alphabetically. Select “Alphabetical Search” and then select the letter of the alphabet you want to search.

Results: The list of sites beginning with the letter you selected will appear below the Google map. An alphabetical list of services beginning with the letter selected is shown to the right of the map. If you would like to see a list of agencies that begin with the letter selected, click on “Agencies” above the map. For a printable version of the results, click the printer icon. Please Note: The agency, site and service lists for a particular letter of the alphabet are not necessarily related.

• What if my search doesn’t find any results?
Please try one (or more) of the following:

  • Increase the search area (miles you can travel).
  • Check the spelling of your keyword.
  • Dial 2-1-1 to speak with an information and referral specialist.

• How often is the database updated?
The entire database is updated approximately monthly; the project partners work to ensure that its information is current and updated. Each agency record is updated annually, or as changes are received.

• How is the database updated?
Database partners submit their database exports to IRNe for consolidation. The consolidation process involves data validation, augmentation, deduplication, and versioning. The final product is then made available through this website.

• How do I get my agency listed in the database?
Agencies not listed in the database should contact us via email.

• How do I correct information listed for my agency?
To correct information contained on the website, please contact us via email.

• Are there types of agencies that are not included?
Yes, excluded agencies are:

Agencies or organizations that provide services that are not available to the general public, or that are available only to persons holding membership or status in a specific group or organization.

Individual or private for-profit practitioners or retailers (health, legal, dentistry, etc.).

Agencies or organizations that deny service on the basis of color, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, nationality, or on any other basis not permitted by law.

Agencies or organizations that misrepresent, by omission or commission, pertinent facts regarding their services, organizational structure, or any other pertinent matter, in any way.

• What are the sources for the agency information included on the website and how accurate is the information?
The database partners work continually to update the information contained in their databases. Each record is updated at least annually; many are updated more frequently. The agencies listed on this website provide information on their agency, including address and phone numbers, hours of operation, services provided and so forth.

• Are there any restrictions for the use of information contained on this website?
All materials contained on this web site are copyrighted by I&R Nebraska (IRNe) or are licensed or otherwise published by IRNe with the permission of the owner of the material.

• What is the source for the taxonomy used by this website?
The taxonomy is a product of INFO LINE of Los Angeles and AIRS. Please refer to the Category Search for taxonomy copyright information.

• Does inclusion of information on this website mean that the agency or services has been approved and endorsed by I&R Nebraska and its partners?
IRNe makes no endorsement or representation of quality for services or providers contained on this website. It also makes no guarantee concerning the accuracy, suitability, or safety of the information contained on this web site or any linked site for any purpose. All such information is provided as is to the database partners by the agencies providing the services.

Links to other web sites do not imply an endorsement of the materials disseminated at those web sites, nor does the existence of a link to another site imply that the organization or person publishing at that site endorses any of the materials at this site. Links to other web sites are provided by IRNe as a convenience to its users. IRNe is not responsible for the materials contained at any web site linked to this site.