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Home delivered meals are available in those situations where a client is in need of a warm nutritious meal and they are unable to prepare their own because of illness or disability. The meals and those individuals who volunteer to deliver those meals are coordinated through various local organizations.

Also offers community based meals that provides a social atmosphere that promotes healthy interaction with others while receiving a warm meal.

Provides immediate, walk-in care for minor injuries and non-emergency illnesses that are not life-threatening but need early attention. Common conditions include sore throat, pink eye, flu, sprains, and strains.

Provides medical and cash assistance for customers who are 65 years of age or older, blind, or disabled. Also includes the QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary) program which provides payment of Medicare premiums and some Medicare co-payments.

The online application is called "Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE)."  When applying, the state will determine the applicant's eligibility for this AABD, as well as SNAP and medical assistance (Medicaid).

Clothing and housewares closet open to those in need.

County government offices.

Shelter Plus Care is project based rental assistance for single adults who are chronically homeless and experiencing problems with serious mental illness, substance dependence, or co-occurring disorders.

Supportive Living is housing for adults and families who are experiencing problems with serious mental illness or co-occurring disorders with priority for individuals transitioning out of the Lincoln Regional Center, Crisis Center, or other emergency levels of care.

Overland Trail Apartments provide Section 811 housing assistance in one bedroom apartments for adults experiencing problems with serious mental illness or co-occurring disorders.

Transitions provides independent living apartments and case management for transition age young adults, 18-24, who are experiencing homelessness and problems with substance abuse, mental illness, or co-occurring disorders.

Transitions II provides rental assistance for small families where a parent is experiencing homelessness and problems with serious mental illness, substance abuse, or co-occurring disorder.

Glide transitional housing in scattered site apartments in addition to case management services is provided for single, homeless adults over 19 years of age who have substance use and mental health disorders.

Permanent housing is a housing and case management service for single, homeless adults over 19 years of age who have substance use and mental health disorders.

Offers activities and programming for youth ages 4-18, at the physical spaces at The Bay Lincoln and The Benson Community Center in Omaha.

OPEN DROP-IN HOURS: After school, evenings, and weekends.

CAMPS, LESSONS, AND WORKSHOPS: Seasonal; pre-registration required. Includes:

- Summer Camps

- Skate School

- Fashion School (Lincoln only)

- Beatmaking School (Omaha only)

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Recurring weekly (Lincoln only) or monthly (Omaha only). Includes:

- Fashion and Makers Markets

- Concerts

- Gaming/E-Sports Tournaments

- Skate Competitions

Provides community day services that focus on developmental skills, daily living skills, and vocational training. Individualized, person-centered goals are developed to promote skill acquisition and foster independence.

Services are provided on a self-contained unit where emphasis is placed on the needs of older adults, including reminiscing, health and aging related issues, socialization opportunities, and retention of skills. Specific services are provided to meet the needs of individuals with dementia.

Also provides classes that clients can choose from, depending on interest, and spend the day learning and doing things that they enjoy.

Provides outdoor recreation and environmental education promoting conservation efforts aimed at protecting natural resources from abuse, neglect, or exploitation for all ages and interests. 

Manages more than 30 hunting and outdoor recreation areas, and maintains a nature center.

Provides a peer-based, mutual support group open to adults experiencing mental health challenges. The course is designed to encourage growth, healing and recovery among participants.

Group meets every Tuesday at 200 Railroad Street, Decorah, IA.

Offers comprehensive health services to area children, including:

- Periodic "head to toe" well-child exams for children from birth to 18 years of age

- Hemoglobin tests

- Blood lead screenings

- Immunizations

- TB Waiver if needed

- Developmental screenings

- Physical exams, including school physicals and sports physicals

- Counseling and referral

Clinics are held in Kewanee at the Health Department office.

Provides home visits 1-2 times a month to do medication set-up, health assessments, blood draws for lab tests and other health interventions.

Also offers the Lifeline personal emergency response system units to individuals and families. The Medical Alert Button provides access to trained care specialists 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days of the year. 

Provides a voluntary program for individuals receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to assist with skill development and employment. Services include job search support, structured job search activities, and classroom training, which includes computer literacy instruction to help participants learn or improve their skills in using computers, hardware, and various software applications.

Offers community college with a range of classes for adults of all ages.class="pasteContent_RTE">

Senior Care Options program available to older Nebraskans who are considering admission to a nursing home and may be eligible for Medicaid assistance. Clients are screened according to a standardized assessment process developed by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Care Managers arrange for services, which allow older adults to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible.

Housekeeping and supportive services to include grocery shopping, cleaning, laundry, transportation and personal care.

Family Caregiver Support for those caring for an aging adult or grandparents caring for a minor child. Provides information, assistance, support group, respite care, and supplemental services.

Home delivered meals are provided to homebound by reason of illness, disability or isolation. The meals meet 1/3 of the daily dietary recommended needs of adults 60 years and over and the requirements of the Older Americans Act and state and local laws.

Public benefit services, legal assistance, education, Medicare filing, and volunteer training through SHIIP.