We are only safe as a community if we take care of one another.
We know that our community is struggling right now in this uncertain time. This is a time for connection, and to highlight the resources that can help our most vulnerable populations. This page reflects some of the most pressing needs in our communities right now, and we hope you and your loved ones find the resources you need here.
On this page, you will find
Health Safety & Recommendations General Resources Economic Resources Civic Engagement Health Care Public Charge Community Funds Foster Care
If you need a resource that you don’t see below, we recommend you fill out our Community Assistance Line. We will respond to all requests for assistance. If we are unable to assist, we will provide a referral to a person or organization that may be able to help you.
Please note: We will continuously update these resources as our environment rapidly changes.
Health Safety & Recommendations
- COVID-19 Vaccine
- State of Nebraska: COVID Vaccine Registration Portal Register Now
- If you need assistance filling out the registration, call the hotline at 833-998-2275 or 531-249-1873 to register.
- Si used necesita ayuda para completar el registro, llame a la línea de asistencia de COVID-19 al 833-998-2275 o al 531-249-1873 para obtener ayuda para registrarse.
- 如果您需要帮助完成注册，请拨打COVID-19热线833-998-2275或531-249-1873寻求帮助。
- Nếu quí vị cần giúp đỡ để hoàn thành đăng ký, xin hãy gọi đường dây nóng Covid-19 theo số điện thoại 833-998-2275 hoặc 531-249-1873.
- State of Nebraska: Registration Information
- COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs English | العربية (Arabic) | 中文 (Chinese) | Español (Spanish) | Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)
- Center for Disease Control: Key Things to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines English | Español
- State of Nebraska: COVID Vaccine Registration Portal Register Now
- Center for Disease Control: COVID-19 Spread and Safety English | Español
- Includes information on health recommendations, how to prepare yourself and your community, and who is at risk
- Heartland Workers Center-Omaha COVID-19 Videos
- Nebraska Strong Recovery Project: Free and anonymous support, outreach, and crisis counseling during the COVID-19 pandemic English | Español
- Nebraska Rural Response Hotline: 1-800-464-0258 (M-F 8am to 5pm)
- Nebraska Family Helpline: 1-888-866-8660 (24/7)
General Resources on COVID-19
- The Bay: Video Answers to Community Questions
- Latino Center of the Midlands English | Español
- Education Rights Counsel: Back to School Fall 2020 Information for Families
- City of Lincoln’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) Mitigation and Response
- City of Lincoln Health Department Local Updates–Coronavirus
- New Local Directed Health Measure–Effective Dec. 7
- Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
- Español (Spanish)┃Soomaali (Somali)┃العربية (Arabic)┃中文信息 (Chinese)
- Thông tin bằng tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)┃한국어 정보 (Korean)
- français (French)┃American Sign Language Videos
- Nebraska Impact COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
- Nebraska Impact Multilingual Videos
- Karen: Guidelines | Protect Yourself
- HADII AAD QABTO AMA LAGA YAABO INAAD QABTO COVID-19, RAAC TILMAAMAHA
- KU JIR CAAFIMAAD QAB OO KA HORTAG FAAFITAANKA COVID-19
- यदि तपाईंलाई कोभिड-१९ भएको छ वा भएको हुनसक्छ भने, यी मार्गदर्शनहरुको पालना गर्नुहोस
- स्वस्थ रहनुहोस र कोभिड-१९ को संक्रमण फैलनबाट रोक्नुहोस
- SI VOUS AVEZ OU ÊTES SUSCEPTIBLE D’AVOIR LE COVID-19, SUIVEZ CES DIRECTIVES
- RESTEZ EN BONNE SANTÉ ET PRÉVENEZ LA PROPAGATION DU COVID-19
- SI TIENES O PODRÍAS TENER COVID-19, SIGUE ESTAS PAUTAS
- MANTENTE SALUDABLE Y EVITA LA PROPAGACIÓN DEL COVID-19
- If you are sick with COVID-19
- Protect yourself and others
- حافظ على صحتك وامنع انتشار كوفيد-19
- إذا كنت مصاباً أو من المحتمل أن تكون مصاباً بكوفيد-19 اتبع هذه الإرشادات:
- University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) resources
- Communication Toolkit For Migrants, Refugees, and Other Limited-English-Proficient Populations
- Multilingual resources round-up
- Nebraska Children resources round-up
- Appleseed Blog: Economic Impact Payments / El cheque de ayuda económica
Economic Resources
Eviction and Risk of Eviction
- If you or someone you know is at risk of eviction, call Legal Aid of Nebraska toll-free at 1-844-268-5627. When you call, please leave a message with your name, a telephone number where you can be reached, and a statement that your landlord is evicting you.
- Nationwide Eviction Moratorium & Resources Available (Sept, 2020)
- What the CDC Eviction Moratorium Means and How It Works (Video) (Sept, 2020)
- Declaration Form to Fill Out to halt residential evictions for those covered by the CDC Eviction Moratorium. Call Legal Aid of Nebraska toll-free at 1-844-268-5627 if you have questions about your eligibility or next steps.
- Rental Assistance
- Douglas County Rental Assistance (Note: Not accepting new applications for 2021 at this time)
East African Development Association of Nebraska 4735 NW Radial HWY Omaha, NE 68104
Mahamed Jimle (Speak Somalian / Afsoomaali ku hadal)
(402) 708-4106
Open Door Mission NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED. Phone/Email contact only
Ronda Nelson
(402) 829-1545
Catholic Charities of Omaha, Saint Martin de Porres 2111 Emmet St, Omaha, NE 68110
Ask for Suzi P
(402) 829-9253
Siena Francis House 1702 Nicholas St, Omaha, NE 68102
Call for language capabilities
(402) 341-1821
Latino Center of the Midlands 4821 S. 24th St, Omaha, NE 68107
*Mon, Wed, Fri from 9 am to 4 pm
Rosana Perri or Maria Valadez (Si hablamos español)
(402) 733-2720 (Call to schedule an appointment)
Together Omaha 812 S 24th St, Omaha, NE 68108
Scott McDowell
(402) 345-8047 ext 205
- Lancaster County Rental Assistance
- COVID-19 Emergency Relief Funds for Housing and Utilities
Community Action Partnership 210 O St, Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 471-4515 ext 1831
CenterPointe, Inc. 1000 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 475-5161
Matt Talbot Kitchen 2121 N 27th St, Lincoln, NE 68503
(402) 875-5782
PCM Help Center 6800 P St, Lincoln, NE 68505
(402) 475-6888
People’s City Mission 110 Q St, Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 475-1303
- Rental assistance in Lancaster County is also exclusively available for applicants age 24 and under at either of the following organizations:
CEDARS Youth Services 6601 Pioneers Blvd #1, Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 437-8850
The HUB 1037 S 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 471-8526
- Douglas County Rental Assistance (Note: Not accepting new applications for 2021 at this time)
- Additional Housing and Utility Assistance
- Unemployment
- Legal Aid of Nebraska Unemployment FAQ
- Appleseed Blog: Unemployment Benefits / Los beneficios del desempleo
- City of Lincoln Multilingual Resources
- Food access
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Online Program Launch
- Nebraska Preparedness Partnership Statewide Food Pantry and Distribution List
- SNAP for Women, Infant, & Children (WIC)
- Apply for Medicaid, SNAP, and other programs online through DHHS ACCESSNebraska English | Español
- Apply over the phone for Medicaid: 855-632-7633
- Apply over the phone for Economic Assistance: 800-383-4278
- Food Bank of Lincoln
- SNAP resources
- SNAP Hotline: 1-855-444-5556
- Omaha Mobile Backpacks
- Food Bank of Lincoln
- Food Bank for the Heartland
- Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach (Lincoln)
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- Food donations, Boxed “to-go” meals will be provided from:
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm and 5:00–6:30 pm, Monday–Friday
- 11:30 am–12:30 pm and 5:30–6:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday
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Civic Engagement
Health Care
- Medicaid Expansion Enrollment – Open Now!
- Apply for Medicaid Expansion online through DHHS ACCESSNebraska English | Español
- Apply over the phone: 855-632-7633
- Free local assistance when applying for Medicaid and Marketplace insurance from Enroll Nebraska
Public Charge
- Community fact sheet: “Public Charge: Does this apply to me?” English | Español
- Find community education materials in multiple languages here
- Find the information you need at the Protecting Immigrant Families website
Community Funds
- Restaurant Workers’ Community Foundation
- Restaurant Opportunities Centers United
- One Fair Wage Emergency Fund English | Español
Foster Care Resources
- Nebraska DHHS Children & Family Services Frequently Asked Questions
- Services & financial assistance for young people with foster care & juvenile justice experiences – The HUB Central Access Point for Young Adults
- Information and Resource Relief – FB page by advocate Bobbi
- Appleseed Blog: Resources for Older Youth in the Child Welfare System
- Appleseed’s At The Core: Resources for Young People Video
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We’ll let you know how you can take action to get involved and make your voice heard!
