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…
Newborn Screening Saves Lives
During September, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services recognizes Newborn Screening Awareness Month. Newborn screening is a highly successful public health system that enables the early identification of conditions that might not be immediately apparent but have serious, lifelong consequences to a child’s long-term health and well-being if left undetected. “Newborn screening can…
First Annual Serving For a Stronger Community Corporate Challenge Pickleball Tournament a Success
A great time was had by all in the first annual Serving For a Stronger Community Corporate Challenge Pickleball Tournament, organized by the Sarpy County Chamber Legacy Group! The purpose of the event was two-fold: First, to raise funds to help pay down Sarpy County students' school lunch debt, and secondly, to raise awareness about…
Bellevue Fire “Extinguishes” Offutt Security; Wins Sarpy Slugfest 2024
Bellevue Fire Extinguishes Offutt Security; Wins Sarpy Slugfest PAPILLION, NE - Spectators from around Sarpy County filed into the confines of Werner Park, a stadium generally home to professional baseball players. On Sunday, the AAA affiliate of the Kansas City Royals and their visiting opponents were replaced by a different kind of professional. The home…
**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…
After the Storm: Before You Sign on the Dotted Line
Please read this important information from the Nebraska Department of Insurance. It urges consumers to be cautious when signing post-loss assignments for homeowner’s insurance claims. It is important for policyholders to recognize and understand the significance of these contracts. What is a Post-Loss Assignment? A post-loss assignment of a claim is a contract signed by…
African Community Health Fairs
We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you and your organization to join us for our upcoming African Immigrant Family Health Fair events! These events are designed to address the unique healthcare needs of our African immigrant community while celebrating our rich cultural heritage. Your participation in these events will greatly contribute to…
National Infant Immunization Week
Are your Children Protected Against Preventable Diseases? Lincoln, NE – This week begins National Infant Immunization Week, a reminder to parents to check if their children are up-to-date on receiving routine vaccines protecting them against preventable diseases such as chickenpox, measles, mumps, and whooping cough. These diseases still threaten the health of children and the…
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.