Lift Up Sarpy County and the clients we serve would like to thank everyone who supported and attended this year's Shining Stars, held on October 10 at the Peter Fink American Muscle Car Museum. This year's Shining Stars included the City of Bellevue (award accepted by Bellevue Mayor, Rusty Hike), Bellevue Together and WoodSprings Suites. Big…
DHHS Encourages Households in Need to Apply for LIHEAP
As the colder months approach, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) encourages low-income households to apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). LIHEAP helps low-income households stay safe and healthy by providing financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and cooling. The heating season for LIHEAP begins October 1…
**Sarpy County Slugfest: CHANGE OF VENUE**
Due to the threat of flooding in Bellevue over the next few days, Lift Up Sarpy County announced today that this year's Sarpy County Slugfest has been moved from Haworth Park (now temporarily closed) to the LaVista Sports Complex, located at 7346 S 66th St, La Vista. You can get directions to the facility by…
Omaha Bridges Out of Poverty-July Class forming now!
If you or a client you are working with is interested in being notified when orientations open in July, please fill out the orientation notification using the QR code or go to the OMAbop.org web site. Classes fill up fast and are currently limited 12 people per class.
Sarpy County Headstart is Hiring!
Sarpy County Head Start has openings for several positions. Use the QR codes to go to the application pages OR Apply for the FT Early Head Start Teacher Assistant position here. Apply for the FT Head Start Teacher Assistant position here.
Public Hearings This Week February 12 – 16 2024
Public Hearings This Week Monday, February 12, 2024 ● Appropriations Committee ○ LB 943 – Sen. Dorn bill to appropriate funds to Regional Behavioral Health Authorities for critical needs. ○ LB 944 – Sen. Dorn bill to use Medicaid Managed Care Excess Profit Fund for behavioral health needs. ○ LB 1124 – Sen. Vargas bill…
SENCA Weatherization Program Now Taking Applications
Program Description: Assists low-income people in improving the energy efficiency of their homes. Outcome: Energy consumption and energy costs are reduced. Low-income people live in healthier, safer homes. Type of Assistance Available: Homes are evaluated, using an energy audit, to determine the most effective energy and cost saving measures to be made. The amount of…
Bridges Out of Poverty New Class at Lift Up Jan 2024
Bridges Out of Poverty and Lift Up Sarpy County will supply a meal & snacks for each class, pay every participant $400 for completing the class, and offer childcare. The class is an English class and priority will be given to Sarpy citizens. If you have any questions about this upcoming class, please reach out…
Toys for Tots 2023 Applications Open through November 30
All Communities Outreach is accepting applications for Toys for Tots 2023, now through November 30! Apply Monday-Thursday, 9:30AM-1PM and Thursdays 5PM-7PM at the office at 112 Mission Avenue in Bellevue! Newborns to children 15 years of age are eligible and proof of age is required for all children. Questions? Call (402) 257-1122.
Heritage Health Releases Comparison Charts for Medicaid Healthcare
Heritage Health has released comparison charts for 2023 and 2024 Medicare coverage options. These charts should only serve as a quick reference to help make a plan choice. They are not intended to include all rules and exceptions. Based on Medicaid rules, benefits may be limited to Medicaid covered services. Options for 2023 include Healthy…