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…

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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…

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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…

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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.

Free Tablet with Internet from All Communities Outreach

All Communities will provide a FREE tablet with internet access for qualifying applicants WHILE SUPPLES LAST. Applications are being accepted Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 2:30PM and Thursday evenings, 5:00pm-7:00pm.  To qualify, you need to provide proof of only one of the following: That you are a food stamp recipient On Medicaid SSI* WIC On…

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Sarpy County Law Enforcement to Battle It out in Law & Order Slugfest

This family-friendly event is a fundraiser to benefit Lift Up Sarpy County Several law enforcement divisions from Sarpy County will be competing in a softball tournament dubbed the Law & Order Slugfest, on Sunday, September 10, starting at noon at the Lied Activity Center Softball Field. Teams comprised of dedicated employees from Sarpy County’s law…

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l Programa de Padres Embajadores

El Programa de Padres Embajadores es un programa de liderazgo y defensa de un año de duración para padres de niños pequeños en Nebraska que desarrolla padres líderes y los apoya en la defensa de sus hijos, de ellos mismos y de sus comunidades. ¡Considere postularse para el Grupo de Padres Embajadores para aprender cómo…

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Parent Ambassador Applications

 The Parent Ambassador Program is a year-long leadership and advocacy program for parents of early learners in Nebraska that develops parent leaders and supports them in advocating for their children, themselves, and their communities. Please consider applying for the Parent Ambassadors Group to learn how to advocate for your child, family, and community! Nebraska Early…

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June is PTSD Awareness Month

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Throughout the month of June, the Department of Health and Human Services recognizes the importance of spreading awareness and resources related to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a mental health challenge that can impact any individual of any age after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic or life-threatening event. A traumatic event might be physical…

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