Family Resources

Explore resources organized by trusted Nevada agencies and partners that support the health, development, and success of school-age youth enrolled in Medicaid.

Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD)

ADSD – Ensuring that individuals, regardless of age or ability, have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Autism Treatment Assistance Program (ATAP) - Helping families cover the cost of evidence-based autism treatments for children under 20 with a qualifying diagnosis. The program provides monthly funding for therapies like Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Verbal Behavioral (VB), and Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), as well as essential tools, supervision, and other supports based on each child’s unique treatment plan.


National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Teen Peer Support Text Line
 

The Nevada Teen Peer Support Text Line is a stigma-free, non-crisis peer support text service for adolescents and young adults ages 24 years and younger. Youth can text in at 775-296-8336 from noon to midnight 7 days a week and 365 days per year to be connected for a one-on-one text conversation with a young adult Peer Wellness Operator.  


Nevada 2-1-1
 

Nevada 211 – A comprehensive, searchable directory of state and local services, including food, housing, mental health, and child development support.

It can be filtered by region and child-specific services.


Nevada Department of Education (NDE)
 

Office of Safe and Respectful Learning – Information on bullying prevention, mental health resources, and creating safe school environments.

Nevada Special Education Resources – Overview of IDEA services and parental rights created in collaboration with NDE and Nevada PEP.


NDE Office of Indian Education
 

Indian Education - Learn about programs that support the educational and cultural needs of Native American students in Nevada. 

Native American Fee Waiver (NSHE) - Find out if your student qualifies for tuition waivers at Nevada state colleges and universities. 


Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
 

Family Resource Centers - Local Family Resource Centers (FRCs) help connect families with free or low-cost services like food, housing support, parenting classes, and more. They offer case management, referrals, and community-based support tailored to your region.


Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
 

Immunization Information – Access the Nevada WebIZ portal to track immunization records.


Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS)
 

Wraparound In Nevada (WIN) - Statewide care coordination program that supports children and youth with serious emotional and behavioral health needs by creating a single, family-driven plan that connects services across systems. WIN helps families access care, reduce crises, and stay on track toward their goals.

Mobile Crisis Response Team - Provides 24/7, in-person crisis intervention for Nevada youth experiencing behavioral or mental health emergencies. A team of trained professionals works with families to assess needs, create safety plans, offer short-term support for up to 45 days, and connect youth to long-term care all at the location of the family's choice.


Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS)
 

SNAP and TANF – Access food and financial assistance programs.

Child Support Services – Resources to establish or modify child support.


Nevada Early Intervention Services (IDEA Part C)
 

For younger children transitioning to school-based services

Nevada Early Intervention Program – Services for children under 3 with developmental delays.


Nevada Medicaid (Division of Health Care Financing & Policy)
 

Access Nevada – Apply for Medicaid or check for eligibility!

Nevada Medicaid Provider Directory – Find a Medicaid provider near you

Transportation Services (NEMT) – Learn about how to schedule non-emergency medical transportation for your family. 
Children's Behavioral Health Transformation - NV Medicaid, in collaboration with state, local and community partners, is developing new home and community-based services in addition to launching a health plan specifically for this population of youth.

NV Medicaid School Health Services Program Brochure (English / Spanish) - For any questions, email schoolhealthservices@dhcfp.nv.gov


Nevada PEP (Parents Empowering Parents)
 

Federally/state-funded nonprofit partner for families with children who have disabilities

Parent Training and Information Center – Training and support for navigating special education and related services.

Helpline for Parents – Connect with advocates to help understand IEPs, 504 plans, and family rights.


University of Nevada, Reno – PBISTA Center Programs
 

Nevada School-wide MTSS - State-supported framework that helps schools build systems to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success for all students.

Facility-wide PBIS - Positive behavior support systems designed for youth in residential and institutional settings, promoting safe and respectful environments.

Early Childhood Pyramid Model - Resources and strategies to support the social-emotional development of young children and prevent challenging behaviors in early learning environments.

Family Support - Trainings, tools, and individualized guidance for families to support children’s behavioral and emotional needs at home and in the community.