Projects & Outreach: Answers4Families
Answers4Families.org provides Internet based support and information for Nebraskans with special needs. Beginning as a pilot project in 1994 when the Internet was just becoming recognized for its benefits, the project has matured to a web site with thousands of pages of information and e-mail discussion groups that serve Nebraskan's across the lifespan. The discussion groups offer the opportunity to share information, resources and support with persons across the state. The website contains valuable information for families and professionals including state and national resources, support group information, organizations, and tips for coping with a variety of issues.
There is also an "Ask Rx" service which provides the opportunity to ask questions of a registered pharmacist and an "Ask an Expert" service featuring a different expert each month. Some of the topics include substance abuse, legal issues, elder care, foster care etc.
Answers4Families.org is a collaborative project of the Center on Children, Families, and the Law at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, the Nebraska Health and Human Services System: HHSS' Home & Community Services for Aging & People With Disabilities, the Office of Protection and Safety, the Office of Family Health; the Nebraska Medicare Part D Coalition; Nebraska Ticket to Work, the Nebraska Department of Education - Early Development Network; Nebraska Alliance for Drug Endangered Children, and the University of Nebraska Lincoln Extension.
Contacts:
- Charlotte "Charlie" Lewis, Director
(402) 472-9815 or . - Sharon Bloechle, Parent Coordinator
(402) 571-7771 or . - Allison Jones, Systems Operator
(402) 472-0458 or . - Jessica Williams, Project Assistant
(402) 472-9827 or .
Our mission
Is to conduct research, analyze policy, and provide education and community service. The purpose of CCFL's activities is to enhance the well-being of children, youth, and families.
Children are one third of our population and all of our future.
