Free Transportation to Vaccine Clinics

Greetings! I wanted to make sure that you saw this article, and can pass along to your community. In a few weeks, anyone who needs transportation for a COVID vaccine will get free rides via Uber and Lyft. For more information please click the link below: https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2021/05/11/995882805/uber-and-lyft-will-give-free-rides-to-covid-19-vaccination-spots-white-house-say We can all #DoRightRightNow! :) Thank you for…

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LIHEAP Informational Memo – 2021 Fan Program

The purpose of this informational memo is to provide information regarding the 2021 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fan Program. The LIHEAP Fan Program is a partnership between the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and local organizations to provide free fans to Nebraskans in need. DHHS administers LIHEAP funds to local…

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Unite Nebraska is Statewide and Growing!

  On July 27th, 2021 Unite Nebraska became statewide! We want to give a big thank you to all of our network partners! You are actively part of creating change in our communities. Do you have community partners who you'd like to see join Unite Nebraska? Invite them to learn more HERE. or Schedule a…

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DHHS To Implement Pilot Program For Increasing Child Care Subsidy Income Limits

Contact: Garret S wanson, Office of Communications, (402) 480-0883; garret.swanson@nebraska.gov The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) will be launching a pilot program on August 28, 2021, to increase the child care subsidy initial eligibility from 130%of the FPL (Federal Poverty Level) to 185% of the FPL…

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Nebraska Renters & Landlords: Rental Assistance is Still Available

START HERE EXTENDED DEADLINE TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 The Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program makes available $158 million to assist Nebraska low-income households that are unable to pay rent and utilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This program is available for renters only, not homeowners. Nebraska will continue to operate the ERA Program until funding…

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Food Assistance Options in Council Bluffs

FOOD ASSISTANCE available in Council Bluffs: These options have NO requirements to attend: Mobile Pantry: 4th Tuesday, from 10:30-11:30 at The Charles E. Lakin Human Service Campus Kreft Elementary School, Council Bluffs, 4th Tuesday, from 5:00-6:00pm You will need to contact these providers to find out requirements: Care & Share 5th Ave - Mon &…

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A virtual career event for job seekers looking for new paths and opportunities in the energy field! Mark your calendar for October 20, 2021

Ready to launch a new career? Not sure how to complete a Federal Student Aid application? We have your solution: Having difficulties completing your FAFSA? Assistance is available to current and prospective students! FAFSA Live will be held at the at Fort Omaha Campus, CASC Bldg. #23, Room 120A. September: •Tuesday, September 14th, 5:30 p.m.…

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