At Children’s Nebraska, being here for our patients and families goes beyond excellent medical care. We offer a range of support services to address emotional, spiritual, financial, developmental, educational, and other needs that your child or your family might have throughout an inpatient stay or outpatient visit.
Children’s support services are here to meet the needs of patients, parents, caregivers, and siblings.
Child Life
Uses play-based methods to explain diagnoses and procedures to patients, parents, and siblings
Educational Support
Offers academic support from a certified teacher to students missing school due to illness or hospitalization
Guest Relations
Provides hospital information, as well as directions to local restaurants, hotels, and other resources
Servicios De Intérprete
Se ofrece servicios de intérprete a pacientes y familias que no hablan inglés
Lactation Consultations & The Milk Depot
Assists mothers with breastfeeding and pumping breast milk, as well as processing donated milk
Pastoral & Spiritual Care
Lends emotional support to patients and families of all faiths and beliefs, available around the clock
Just Kids Health Podcast
Children’s pediatric experts are here to answer your questions and weigh in on hot topics—to help you keep your child healthy, safe & strong. We’re here for you.
Project Austin
Helps local EMS agents understand your child’s special health care needs and reduce your child’s risk during an emergency
Sibling Support
Helps siblings understand and cope with diagnosis, treatment, and hospitalization in a developmentally-appropriate way
Social Work
Provides emotional support and referrals to resources like transportation and financial help