NEBRASKA HAPPENING'S - March 2010
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JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS
PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES
BY OTHER WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS,
HOWEVER, I DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To
be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.
e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has
family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://www.dhhs.ne.gov/wic/wicloc.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on Nebraska WIC, please visit the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) office at:
http://www.dhhs.ne.gov/wic/
Please see the following website for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
If you have questions about the WIC program call Nebraska DHHS toll-free at:
1-800-942-1171
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Mar 19–20
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
O’Neill
Mar 5–6
Polar Bear Tank Race
Mullen
Mar 12–13
Nebraska Peep Show III
York
Mar 20
National Quilting Day – Stashbuster
Lincoln
Mar 27
Rowe Sanctuary’s Family Crane Carnival
Gibbon
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Mid-Feb thru Mid-Apr
Sandhill Crane Spring Migration
Grand Island
Mar 5–6
Polar Bear Tank Race
Mullen
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The Federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income people buy food. It's not necessary to be
receiving other public assistance in order to be eligible, but people don't receive SNAP automatically - they must apply and be
found eligible. SNAP benefits are given free of charge to households that meet the program guidelines for income and resources.
A household can be one person or a group of people who purchase and prepare meals together. If a group lives in the same house
but buys food separately, they may each qualify as a separate household. SNAP benefits can be used to buy only food. Alcoholic
beverages, pet food, tobacco, paper products, or other non-food items cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits. The benefit
amount is placed in an electronic account, which can be accessed with an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. Most
supermarkets and grocery stores accept the EBT cards. Some "Meals on Wheels" services may accept them, and recipients over
age 60 and their spouses may be able to use them to pay for congregate meals.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $14,079 if one person lives in the household; $18,941 if two people live in the household; $23,803 if three
people live in the household; $28,665 if four people live in the household; $33,527 if five people live in the household; $38,389 if six
people live in the household; $43,251 if seven people live in the household; or $48,113 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $4,862 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The SNAP application can be found at the following location:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/EA-117.pdf
Contact your local SNAP administering agency to apply for this program:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/map/mapindex.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on this program, please visit:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/fstamps.htm
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Federal Food Stamp Program helps low-income people buy food. It's not necessary to be receiving other public assistance in
order to be eligible, but people don't receive food stamps automatically - they must apply and be found eligible. Food stamp
benefits are given free of charge to households that meet the program guidelines for income and resources. A household can be
one person or a group of people who purchase and prepare meals together. If a group lives in the same house but buys food
separately, they may each qualify as a separate household. Food stamp benefits can be used to buy only food. Alcoholic
beverages, pet food, tobacco, paper products, or other non-food items cannot be purchased with food stamp benefits. The benefit
amount is placed in an electronic account, which can be accessed with an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. Most
supermarkets and grocery stores accept the EBT cards. Some "Meals on Wheels" services may accept them, and recipients over
age 60 and their spouses may be able to use them to pay for congregate meals. To apply, an application must be completed and
given to the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services. For more information, contact the Health and Human Services
Office nearest you. Or, you may download an application form and mail it to the nearest Health and Human Services Office.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six
people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
A map of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services offices in the state is available at:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/map/mapindex.htm
You can also visit our Web site to download an application in English or Spanish and read more about the Nebraska Food Stamp
program. Click here:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/fstamps.htm
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students each
day. Similarly, the goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the nation's children
by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious
school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast and lunch served, provided that the meal meets established
nutrition standards.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919
for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://reportcard.nde.state.ne.us/District/DistrictSearch.aspx?optSear...
Program Contact Information
For information on the Nebraska School Breakfast and Lunch program please visit:
http://www.nde.state.ne.us/NS/forms/nslpforms/index.htm
If you have further questions on these programs, please contact the Nebraska Nutrition Services toll-free at:
800-731-2233
Or you can call locally at:
402-471-2488
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Nebraska Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available to help those with limited incomes offset the
cost of heating and cooling their homes. The program will partially pay the cost of your electricity, fuel oil, gas, coal, wood,
kerosene, propane, or other fuel source. Grant amounts are based on your income, type of residence, and the type of fuel that is
used. To be eligible for crisis assistance you must meet the resource and income guidelines, have attempted to keep your utility
bills current but unforeseen circumstances have created the crisis. In most instances the LIHEAP payment will be sent to the
utility providers. There is also a cooling program that is available to households in the summer. In order to be eligible for the
cooling program there must be someone in the household that is age 70 or older or meets some specific medical conditions that
makes that person susceptible to heat. The household must still meet the resource and income guidelines.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $13,537 if one person lives in the
household; $18,212 if two people live in the household; $22,887 if three people live in the household; $27,562 if four people live in
the household; $32,237 if five people live in the household; $36,912 if six people live in the household; $41,587 if seven people live in
the household; $46,262 if eight people live in the household; and $50,002 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger
households, add $4,675 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/map/mapindex.htm
Program Contact Information
Please visit the Nebraska LIHEAP web site for more information:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/energy.htm
Or call toll-free:
800-430-3244
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
Kids Connection is the state children's health insurance program (SCHIP) being developed as an extension of Medicaid in
Nebraska. Its purpose is to provide health care to low-income uninsured children all across the state.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Nebraska, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver
with a child under the age of 19, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or
permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $25,908 if two people live in the
household; $32,568 if three people live in the household; $39,228 if four people live in the household; $45,888 if five people live in
the household; $52,548 if six people live in the household; $59,208 if seven people live in the household; $65,868 if eight people live
in the household; and $72,528 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,660 for each additional
person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's
program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program you may call (877) 632-5437 or download an application from the following site:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/med/kidsconx.pdf
Program Contact Information
For more information on Nebraska Kids Connection and how to apply, please visit:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/med/kidsconx.htm
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions, and eligible camps that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools that participate in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast
Programs, can participate in the Special Milk Program for half-day kindergarten and pre-kindergarten children who do not have
access to a school meals program. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk they serve. In 2001, nearly 7,000
schools and residential childcare institutions participated, along with 1,300 summer camps and 562 non-residential childcare
institutions.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, your household's
annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the
household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in
the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people
live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.
http://www.nde.state.ne.us/NS/milk/index.htm
Program Contact Information
You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
You can also call the Nebraska Department of Education-Nutrition Services office at:
800-731-2233
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote
school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social
services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status
is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less
than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may
apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You can visit the Nebraska Head Start Association at:
http://www.nde.state.ne.us/ECH/nehsa.html
You may also contact the Nebraska Department of Education by calling at:
402-471-2296
Managing Agency
Nebraska Department of Education
http://www.state.ne.us
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Weatherization is making homes more energy efficient. Weatherization of a home typically involves the installation of attic, wall
and floor insulation and sealing holes and cracks with caulking, weather-stripping and other types of materials. In addition, all
furnaces, cooking stoves, and water heaters receive a safety inspection. Weatherization services do not include roof
replacement, siding repairs or replacement windows. An estimated 55,000 Nebraska households are eligible for weatherization
assistance services. Preference is given to persons over 60, persons with disabilities, and families with children under six.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if
three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295
if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if eight people live in the household.
For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
There are nine non-profit organizations which provide local Weatherization services. They are responsible for establishing
eligibility, performing an energy audit on the residence and scheduling the Weatherization work. To apply for local Weatherization
services, go to:
http://www.neo.ne.gov/wx/localcontacts.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on the Low-Income Weather Assistance Program please visit:
http://www.neo.ne.gov/wx/wxindex.htm
To learn more about the program, you can also e-mail the Nebraska Energy Office at:
energy1@mail.state.ne.us
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Island Oasis Water Park
Dive in to summer fun via multiple waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and zero-depth areas for children. Stick around for
volleyball, concessions, and more.
Grand Island
Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park and State Recreation Area
The home of Buffalo Bill Cody, this ranch features a three-story Victorian house, barn, and outbuildings replete with Wild West
memorabilia and artifacts.
North Platte
Trailside Museum of Natural History
View the “Clash of the Mammoths” exhibit featuring two huge mammoth fossils fatally and forever joined in battle.
Fort Robinson State Park, Crawford
Loves Jazz and Arts Center
A tribute to artistic works by African Americans from Omaha and around the world, the center also is home to the Preston Love
gallery.
Omaha
Two Rivers State Recreation Area
Spend your day hiking, biking, swimming, and fishing. Then rest up with a good night’s sleep in one of 10 revamped Union Pacific
cabooses.
Venice
Snake River Falls
One of the state’s most spectacular waterfalls, this natural attraction is a heart stopper as it plunges beautifully in a deep canyon
below.
Valentine
Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway – Stretching 82 miles along U.S. Highway 75 from north Omaha to South Sioux City, this byway is a
history lover’s paradise. Retrace the path of Lewis and Clark’s 1804 expedition and journey through the Winnebago and Omaha
reservations.
Front Street and Cowboy Museum
A dramatic re-creation of the Old West, this 1880s Main Street is the setting for an old-fashioned shootout. Once the dust settles,
hurry into the Crystal Palace Saloon for a cold sarsaparilla and entertaining dance-hall revue.
Ogallala
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DISCLAIMER
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS
PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES
BY OTHER WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS,
HOWEVER, I DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
********************************************************
Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To
be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.
e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has
family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://www.dhhs.ne.gov/wic/wicloc.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on Nebraska WIC, please visit the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) office at:
http://www.dhhs.ne.gov/wic/
Please see the following website for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
If you have questions about the WIC program call Nebraska DHHS toll-free at:
1-800-942-1171
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Mar 19–20
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
O’Neill
Mar 5–6
Polar Bear Tank Race
Mullen
Mar 12–13
Nebraska Peep Show III
York
Mar 20
National Quilting Day – Stashbuster
Lincoln
Mar 27
Rowe Sanctuary’s Family Crane Carnival
Gibbon
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Mid-Feb thru Mid-Apr
Sandhill Crane Spring Migration
Grand Island
Mar 5–6
Polar Bear Tank Race
Mullen
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The Federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income people buy food. It's not necessary to be
receiving other public assistance in order to be eligible, but people don't receive SNAP automatically - they must apply and be
found eligible. SNAP benefits are given free of charge to households that meet the program guidelines for income and resources.
A household can be one person or a group of people who purchase and prepare meals together. If a group lives in the same house
but buys food separately, they may each qualify as a separate household. SNAP benefits can be used to buy only food. Alcoholic
beverages, pet food, tobacco, paper products, or other non-food items cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits. The benefit
amount is placed in an electronic account, which can be accessed with an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. Most
supermarkets and grocery stores accept the EBT cards. Some "Meals on Wheels" services may accept them, and recipients over
age 60 and their spouses may be able to use them to pay for congregate meals.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $14,079 if one person lives in the household; $18,941 if two people live in the household; $23,803 if three
people live in the household; $28,665 if four people live in the household; $33,527 if five people live in the household; $38,389 if six
people live in the household; $43,251 if seven people live in the household; or $48,113 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $4,862 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The SNAP application can be found at the following location:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/EA-117.pdf
Contact your local SNAP administering agency to apply for this program:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/map/mapindex.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on this program, please visit:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/fstamps.htm
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Federal Food Stamp Program helps low-income people buy food. It's not necessary to be receiving other public assistance in
order to be eligible, but people don't receive food stamps automatically - they must apply and be found eligible. Food stamp
benefits are given free of charge to households that meet the program guidelines for income and resources. A household can be
one person or a group of people who purchase and prepare meals together. If a group lives in the same house but buys food
separately, they may each qualify as a separate household. Food stamp benefits can be used to buy only food. Alcoholic
beverages, pet food, tobacco, paper products, or other non-food items cannot be purchased with food stamp benefits. The benefit
amount is placed in an electronic account, which can be accessed with an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. Most
supermarkets and grocery stores accept the EBT cards. Some "Meals on Wheels" services may accept them, and recipients over
age 60 and their spouses may be able to use them to pay for congregate meals. To apply, an application must be completed and
given to the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services. For more information, contact the Health and Human Services
Office nearest you. Or, you may download an application form and mail it to the nearest Health and Human Services Office.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six
people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
A map of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services offices in the state is available at:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/map/mapindex.htm
You can also visit our Web site to download an application in English or Spanish and read more about the Nebraska Food Stamp
program. Click here:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/fstamps.htm
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students each
day. Similarly, the goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the nation's children
by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious
school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast and lunch served, provided that the meal meets established
nutrition standards.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919
for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://reportcard.nde.state.ne.us/District/DistrictSearch.aspx?optSear...
Program Contact Information
For information on the Nebraska School Breakfast and Lunch program please visit:
http://www.nde.state.ne.us/NS/forms/nslpforms/index.htm
If you have further questions on these programs, please contact the Nebraska Nutrition Services toll-free at:
800-731-2233
Or you can call locally at:
402-471-2488
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Nebraska Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available to help those with limited incomes offset the
cost of heating and cooling their homes. The program will partially pay the cost of your electricity, fuel oil, gas, coal, wood,
kerosene, propane, or other fuel source. Grant amounts are based on your income, type of residence, and the type of fuel that is
used. To be eligible for crisis assistance you must meet the resource and income guidelines, have attempted to keep your utility
bills current but unforeseen circumstances have created the crisis. In most instances the LIHEAP payment will be sent to the
utility providers. There is also a cooling program that is available to households in the summer. In order to be eligible for the
cooling program there must be someone in the household that is age 70 or older or meets some specific medical conditions that
makes that person susceptible to heat. The household must still meet the resource and income guidelines.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $13,537 if one person lives in the
household; $18,212 if two people live in the household; $22,887 if three people live in the household; $27,562 if four people live in
the household; $32,237 if five people live in the household; $36,912 if six people live in the household; $41,587 if seven people live in
the household; $46,262 if eight people live in the household; and $50,002 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger
households, add $4,675 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/map/mapindex.htm
Program Contact Information
Please visit the Nebraska LIHEAP web site for more information:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/fia/energy.htm
Or call toll-free:
800-430-3244
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
Kids Connection is the state children's health insurance program (SCHIP) being developed as an extension of Medicaid in
Nebraska. Its purpose is to provide health care to low-income uninsured children all across the state.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Nebraska, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver
with a child under the age of 19, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or
permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $25,908 if two people live in the
household; $32,568 if three people live in the household; $39,228 if four people live in the household; $45,888 if five people live in
the household; $52,548 if six people live in the household; $59,208 if seven people live in the household; $65,868 if eight people live
in the household; and $72,528 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,660 for each additional
person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's
program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program you may call (877) 632-5437 or download an application from the following site:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/med/kidsconx.pdf
Program Contact Information
For more information on Nebraska Kids Connection and how to apply, please visit:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/med/kidsconx.htm
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions, and eligible camps that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools that participate in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast
Programs, can participate in the Special Milk Program for half-day kindergarten and pre-kindergarten children who do not have
access to a school meals program. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk they serve. In 2001, nearly 7,000
schools and residential childcare institutions participated, along with 1,300 summer camps and 562 non-residential childcare
institutions.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, your household's
annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the
household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in
the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people
live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.
http://www.nde.state.ne.us/NS/milk/index.htm
Program Contact Information
You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
You can also call the Nebraska Department of Education-Nutrition Services office at:
800-731-2233
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote
school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social
services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status
is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less
than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may
apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You can visit the Nebraska Head Start Association at:
http://www.nde.state.ne.us/ECH/nehsa.html
You may also contact the Nebraska Department of Education by calling at:
402-471-2296
Managing Agency
Nebraska Department of Education
http://www.state.ne.us
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Weatherization is making homes more energy efficient. Weatherization of a home typically involves the installation of attic, wall
and floor insulation and sealing holes and cracks with caulking, weather-stripping and other types of materials. In addition, all
furnaces, cooking stoves, and water heaters receive a safety inspection. Weatherization services do not include roof
replacement, siding repairs or replacement windows. An estimated 55,000 Nebraska households are eligible for weatherization
assistance services. Preference is given to persons over 60, persons with disabilities, and families with children under six.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Nebraska, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if
three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295
if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if eight people live in the household.
For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
There are nine non-profit organizations which provide local Weatherization services. They are responsible for establishing
eligibility, performing an energy audit on the residence and scheduling the Weatherization work. To apply for local Weatherization
services, go to:
http://www.neo.ne.gov/wx/localcontacts.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on the Low-Income Weather Assistance Program please visit:
http://www.neo.ne.gov/wx/wxindex.htm
To learn more about the program, you can also e-mail the Nebraska Energy Office at:
energy1@mail.state.ne.us
Managing Agency
Nebraska
http://www.state.ne.us
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Island Oasis Water Park
Dive in to summer fun via multiple waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and zero-depth areas for children. Stick around for
volleyball, concessions, and more.
Grand Island
Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park and State Recreation Area
The home of Buffalo Bill Cody, this ranch features a three-story Victorian house, barn, and outbuildings replete with Wild West
memorabilia and artifacts.
North Platte
Trailside Museum of Natural History
View the “Clash of the Mammoths” exhibit featuring two huge mammoth fossils fatally and forever joined in battle.
Fort Robinson State Park, Crawford
Loves Jazz and Arts Center
A tribute to artistic works by African Americans from Omaha and around the world, the center also is home to the Preston Love
gallery.
Omaha
Two Rivers State Recreation Area
Spend your day hiking, biking, swimming, and fishing. Then rest up with a good night’s sleep in one of 10 revamped Union Pacific
cabooses.
Venice
Snake River Falls
One of the state’s most spectacular waterfalls, this natural attraction is a heart stopper as it plunges beautifully in a deep canyon
below.
Valentine
Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway – Stretching 82 miles along U.S. Highway 75 from north Omaha to South Sioux City, this byway is a
history lover’s paradise. Retrace the path of Lewis and Clark’s 1804 expedition and journey through the Winnebago and Omaha
reservations.
Front Street and Cowboy Museum
A dramatic re-creation of the Old West, this 1880s Main Street is the setting for an old-fashioned shootout. Once the dust settles,
hurry into the Crystal Palace Saloon for a cold sarsaparilla and entertaining dance-hall revue.
Ogallala
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