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Terms of Use

Last Updated: May 19, 2026

Welcome to the Family Service Lincoln website, available at https://familyservicelincoln.org/ (the “Site”). This Site is owned and operated by Family Service Lincoln (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a non-profit organization located in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using our Site. By accessing, browsing, or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to all of these Terms, please do not use this Site.

1. ELIGIBILITY AND AGE LIMITS

This Site offers information regarding human services, youth development, behavioral health, and nutritional programs.

  • General Use: You must be at least 13 years of age to use this Site independently. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
  • Minors Under 13: The Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental or legal guardian consent.
  • Adult Services & Registration: Certain sections of the Site—including requesting WIC appointments, enrolling in youth development programs, uploading documents, or paying for professional classes—require users to be at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction). Parents or legal guardians must complete all registrations and document uploads on behalf of their minor children.

2. PRIVACY AND CCPA COMPLIANCE

Your privacy is fundamentally important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal data through the Site are governed by our Privacy Policy.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice:
Although Family Service Lincoln is a Nebraska-based non-profit organization focused on serving our local community, we respect modern privacy principles. To the extent applicable, we notify users that:

  • We may collect identifiers (such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and IP addresses) and internet/electronic network activity when you interact with our Site, subscribe to newsletters, or request appointments.
  • We collect this information solely to provide human services, process registrations, and improve Site performance.
  • We do not sell your personal information to third parties, nor do we share your information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
  • If you have questions about your data or wish to request access, correction, or deletion of personal data submitted through this website, please contact us at the address listed below.

3. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our Site utilizes cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to optimize user experience, analyze website traffic, and ensure network security.

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality, such as processing online forms, document uploads, or security features.
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site (e.g., Google Analytics) so we can improve our community resources.
  • Managing Cookies: You can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may prevent certain elements of the Site, such as registration portals or appointment request features, from functioning correctly.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

All content on this Site—including texts, graphics, logos, images, program descriptions, training materials, and software—is the property of Family Service Lincoln or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access the Site for personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, or publicly display any content from this Site without our prior written consent.

5. PROHIBITED USES

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You are strictly prohibited from:

  • Using the Site in any way that violates local, state, federal, or international laws or regulations.
  • Submitting or uploading fraudulent, inaccurate, or misleading information or documentation.
  • Transmitting any malware, viruses, Trojan horses, or other malicious code designed to disrupt website infrastructure.
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our servers, user databases, or secure document upload portals.

6. NO MEDICAL OR LEGAL ADVICE

The information provided on this Site—including descriptions of our Behavioral Health Program, individual/family therapy, and nutrition education (WIC)—is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute professional medical, psychological, or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified mental health professional, physician, or specialist with any questions you may have regarding a medical or behavioral health condition. If you are experiencing a mental health or medical emergency, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room immediately.

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND PORTALS

Our Site contains links to external websites, portals, and registration systems (such as third-party child care registration portals or state-administered program links) that are not operated by Family Service Lincoln. We provide these links solely for your convenience. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Accessing third-party sites is entirely at your own risk.

8. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Family Service Lincoln, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your misuse of the Site, including but not limited to any information or documents you upload or submit.

9. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, SERVICES, AND FEATURES PROVIDED THEREIN ARE OFFERED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. FAMILY SERVICE LINCOLN DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

IN NO EVENT WILL FAMILY SERVICE LINCOLN, ITS AFFILIATES, OR THEIR LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SITE, ANY WEBSITES LINKED TO IT, OR ANY SERVICES OBTAINED THROUGH THE SITE, INCLUDING ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.

11. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms and all matters arising out of or relating to the use of this Site shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Nebraska, without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provisions. Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be instituted exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska.

12. SEVERABILITY AND WAIVER

If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions of these Terms will continue in full force and effect. No waiver of any term or condition shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver.

13. CHANGES TO THE TERMS

We reserve the right to revise and update these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. All changes are effective immediately when posted. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the modifications.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms, cookies, or privacy practices, please contact us at:
Family Service Lincoln
501 S 7th St
Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone: 402-441-7949
Email: info@familyservicelincoln.org