Everyone deserves a place meant for them

Support that helps every person live, work, and belong.

A Place Meant provides person-centered services for adults with developmental disabilities and aging adults in Omaha. We help people build real skills, find meaningful work, and stay connected to their community.

Questions first? Call 402-275-6633. A real person will help you.

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How can we help you today?

Pick the option that fits you. Each one takes about 10 minutes.

I'm looking for services

For individuals, parents, family members, and guardians. Tell us about the person and the support they need.

Start my application

I want to work at APM

Direct Support Professionals, Shared Living Providers, Day Services staff, and more. Upload your résumé and apply online.

See open jobs

I'm making a referral

For service coordinators, case workers, and agency partners. Send a referral and our team responds within one business day.

Send a referral
Life at A Place Meant

Out in the community, having fun, and learning together

A participant bowling
Bowling night
Participants visiting a local fire station
Visiting our local fire station
Our Services

Support at home, at work, and in the community

Many of our services can be funded through Nebraska Medicaid waivers. Not sure what you qualify for? We will walk you through it.

Residential and In-Home Services

Group homes, Shared Living, Supported Family Living, respite, personal care, and chore services, so each person lives safely in the setting that fits them best.

Learn more about residential services

B.A.S.I.C. Day Services

Our Building Adult Skills and Independence Campus goes beyond a day program, with life skills, wellness, technology, and social connection every day.

Learn more about Day Services

Community Integration

Getting out and taking part in local events, activities, and programs that match each person's interests and goals.

Learn more about Community Integration

Supported Employment and Vocational Rehab

Job searching, résumé building, interview practice, and on-the-job support with local employers who want to hire.

Learn more about employment support

Workforce and Career Pathways

Hands-on training and certifications, including CNA, DSP, culinary, and GED support, that lead to real careers.

Learn more about career pathways

Transportation

Rides for eligible participants to and from Day Services, community activities, work, and training, based on each service plan.

Learn more about transportation
The A Place Meant and B.A.S.I.C. building in Omaha
B.A.S.I.C. for Developmental Disabilities, Building Adult Skills and Independence Campus, powered by A Place Meant
Featured Program · Day Services

More than a day program. A campus for building a life.

At B.A.S.I.C., adults with developmental disabilities spend their day learning real skills with friends and caring staff, at our campus at 133rd and I Street in Omaha.

  • Life skills and independence
  • Technology and digital skills
  • Health and wellness
  • Sports and recreation
  • Community outings
  • Transportation available
A participant singing at the B.A.S.I.C. talent show
Our talent show, where everyone gets a turn at the mic
Movie lounge with recliners at the B.A.S.I.C. campus
Our movie lounge, a place to relax and watch together
Front lobby with couches and plants at the B.A.S.I.C. campus
Our front lobby, where every visit starts
Getting Started

Three simple steps

1

Fill out a short application

Tell us who the services are for and what kind of support you are looking for. It takes about 10 minutes.

2

We call you back

A member of our team calls you within one business day to answer questions and talk through funding and eligibility.

3

Meet us and make a plan

We meet with you and your team, visit our programs, and build a plan around the person's own goals.

Start step 1 now
Our Mission

Empowering individuals across the lifespan to live with dignity, independence, and purpose through person-centered, community-based services.

Felicia Frezell, Founder and CEO
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Careers at APM

Do work that changes lives, including yours.

We are hiring caring people in Omaha. No experience? We train you. Many of our team members started as Direct Support Professionals and grew into leadership roles.

Direct Support Professional (DSP)Employment Services CoordinatorShared Living Provider (SLP)Day Services and Community IntegrationVocational Rehab StaffTransportation StaffAdministrative and Office Staff
Apply for a JobDirect Support Professionals start at $18 an hour. Pay for other positions varies.
Now hiring

Direct Support Professionals

$18/hr

Starting pay. Days, evenings, weekends, and Day Services shifts Monday to Friday, 9 am to 3 pm. Training provided.

Apply as a DSP

Also hiring: Employment Services Coordinator
$21 to $23/hr, Monday to Friday. See the job