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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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Financial assistanceProgramState program · NE

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services

Nebraska Aid to Dependent Children

Cash assistance for low-income families with children through the state ADC program.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Apply for ADC through iServe Nebraska or DHHS’s published EA-117 form. Prepare family, income and other information requested by the agency.

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    Apply for ADC through iServe Nebraska or DHHS’s published EA-117 form. Prepare family, income and other information requested by the agency.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Nebraska; eligibility is assessed individually.

  • NE

What it offers

Cash assistance; generally a 60-month lifetime limit applies to families with parents capable of achieving independence, with published exceptions.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Low-income families with children meeting DHHS criteria. Adults able to work participate in Employment First and must cooperate with child-support enforcement when applicable.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

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FAFSA requirements

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Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

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Contact information

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Sources & verification

Verification status
Reviewed with limitations
Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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