The Crisis Center Triage Service provides short term crisis stabilization (up to 23 hours, 59 minutes), for an individual experiencing a crisis. The Crisis Center will provide a safe, trauma-informed, and welcoming space for individuals in a behavioral health crisis to receive timely crisis intervention services to assist individuals in stabilizing symptoms and connect to…
DHHS Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Child Support Awareness Month
On Tuesday, August 19, at the Nebraska State Capitol, Governor Jim Pillen signed a proclamation declaring August as Child Support Awareness Month at a ceremony attended by representatives from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). “This program has made a remarkable difference in reducing poverty, improving health and social outcomes, and giving millions…
Sarpy County Juvenile Justice Center Holds Back to School Supply Drive
Nebraska Medicaid Implements Prenatal Plus Program
MEDIA CONTACT Gillian Daniel, (402) 471-6585, gillian.daniel@nebraska.gov Lincoln, NE – On January 1, 2025, the Division of Medicaid and Long-Term Care (MLTC) implemented the Prenatal Plus Program. The Prenatal Plus Program supports Nebraska Medicaid-eligible pregnant mothers identified by their prenatal healthcare provider as being at risk for negative maternal or infant health outcomes. The program…
Shining Stars 2024 a Success
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…