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COVID-19 RESOURCE PAGE
FOOD SITES & RESOURCES
DIGITAL VILLAGE ZONE RESOURCE MAP
Empowerment Network
The Empowerment Network's Village Zone Map is now available online. In partnership with Village Pastors and Faith Leaders, NONA, Food Bank, North Omaha Coronavirus Task Force & Technology Consulting Solutions, we're excited to present the first interactive edition of this community resource

The Village Zone map is now digital. Visit EmpowerOmaha.com to access this resource.
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOL SITES
Omaha Public Schools
OPS is providing food distribution at 4 sites and partnering with the Food Bank of the Heartland for 9 additional sites.
FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION SITES
The Food Bank has partnered with OPS to facilitate food distribution. Volunteers can register with the Food Bank on their website to receive additional direction on how to serve.
NO MORE EMPTY POTS
No More Empty Pots has initiated emergency response to urgent community needs for food relief. We’ve partnered with local producers, businesses, community organizations and volunteers to meet the demand with available resources. If you or someone you know is in need of immediate food support, complete the Feeding Our Neighbors registration form.
EMPLOYMENT & HOUSING RESOURCES
HEARTLAND WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS
In these uncertain times, people have questions about Unemployment benefits. Businesses are looking for Short Time Compensation information. Unemployment insurance benefit information is available here. Short Time Compensation information is available here. Unemployment benefit information can also be found on the NEworks website or mobile app:
NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Click the button below for a list of helpful COVID-19 resources, including instructions for filing an unemployment claim and information on Short-Time Compensation.
URBAN LEAGUE OF NEBRASKA
Our office at 3040 Lake Street will maintain our normal business hours of 8 am -5 pm, Monday through Friday to continue to provide information and referrals to critical community services.
FAMILY HOUSING ADVISORY SERVICES
We are continually monitoring this evolving situation and following guidelines of the CDC to keep everyone safe. If you are currently working with a FHAS/Omaha 100 staff please contact them directly.

Fair Housing: 402-934-6675
Foreclosure Prevention: 402-934-1777
Tax Assistance: 402-250-9781
Mortgage Lending: 402-342-3773
Rent/Utility Assistance: 402-934-6763
APARTMENT ASSOCIATION OF NEBRASKA
The NAA is working to provide continuous information during these uncharted times. Because this is a rapidly evolving situation, NAA will monitor developments and will continue efforts to secure guidance specific to the operation of rental housing from health officials.
HEALTH RESOURCES
CHARLES DREW HEALTH CENTER, INC.
CDHC will continue to work proactively with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, the Douglas County Health Department, and community partners to monitor the situation and protect the health and well-being of our patients, employees, and community. 
NOAH
North Omaha Area Health
For the next couple of months we will not be taking "walk-in" appointments please call ahead of time for an appointment as we will want to talk to first before you come to the clinic. Screening and treatment is still FREE.
CHI
Catholic Health Initiatives
Our hospitals are closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and are in close contact with local health authorities. For more information for the public and health care providers on coronavirus, please visit the  CDC website.
Some CHI Health events and activities have been cancelled or postponed out of an abundance of caution. Please double check the status before arriving at an event.
UNMC
University Nebraska Medical Center
UNMC leadership encourages students, faculty and staff to follow the latest  CDC guidance  and be mindful of their health and wellness as concerns of coronavirus grow.
CENTER FOR HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT
Change your thinking, change your life!
Our goal is to help individuals relieve emotional and psychological pain, make behavioral changes that facilitate growth, increase self-awareness and self-knowledge, which lead to healthy living.
SMALL BUSINESS & NON-PROFIT RESOURCES
STIMULUS BILL
What To Expect?
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act is a $2 trillion economic relief plan designed to benefit individuals and businesses. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is providing updated daily documents on the
CARES Act.
NEBRASKA ENTERPRISE FUND
Small Business Resource Webinar
Monday, March 30th - 4 pm

Small Business Resources Webinar
Join the Nebraska Enterprise Fund as they discuss important resources for small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic

Join webinar here: https://zoom.us/j/553568425
SBA
U.S. Small Business Administration
Small business owners in all U.S. States are currently eligible to apply for a low-interest loan due to Coronavirus
(COVID-19).
BAIRDHOLM
Attorneys at Law
Visit Baird Holm’s dedicated COVID-19 information hub where articles and useful information regarding the novel coronavirus can be found. 
GREATER OMAHA CHAMBER
We Accomplish More Together
NAM
Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
Plan, Don't Panic
The coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted us all. NAM has put together a helpful information packet to consider.
COMMUNITIES & NEIGHBORHOODS
(Individuals & Families)
STIMULUS BILL UPDATES
Individual and Families
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act is a $2 trillion economic relief plan designed to benefit individuals and businesses. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is providing updated daily documents on the CARES Act.

Coronavirus Tax Relief
Information of Federal Tax Filing Extension
NONA
North Omaha Neighborhood Association
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SONA
South Omaha Neighborhood Alliance
We decided to use our platform to connect our government leaders from School Board up to Congress, our community advocates and leaders and our nonprofit leaders across North and South Omaha to lay the foundation for positive and effective communication during this crisis and going forward as we heal afterwards.
OPD
Omaha Police Department
The Omaha Police Department is taking additional precautions to keep our citizens and officers safe as our community deals with the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Starting Tuesday, March 24, 2020, all of the Front Desks at our precincts will be closed. The Front Desk at Central Police Headquarters, 505 South 15th Street, will remain open daily but the hours and services available will change. The hours will be 8 am-4 pm. Fingerprinting services will not be available. If you need a file a report for a non-emergency incident please call
402-444-4877
STAY INFORMED WITH COMMUNITY MEDIA OUTLETS
THE OMAHA STAR
Nebraska's Only Black Bi-Weekly Newspaper
The Omaha Star, in existence for more than 80 years, has been Nebraska’s largest African-American newspaper and the city’s most effective device to improve the lives of African Americans.
NOISE
North Omaha Information Support Everyone
The NOISE Team is comprised of contributors and content creators for North Omaha
REVIVE OMAHA MAGAZINE
Spirit, Mind & Body
Revive! Omaha Magazine is a Lifestyle and Community Empowerment Magazine serving African-Americans in the Greater Omaha Area
THE BOSS
95.7
Start your day with William & Martine

Monday through Friday | 7 am - 9 am
MIND & SOUL
101.3 FM
Join Michael & Michelle
Monday through Friday | 7 am - 9 am
GOSPEL MUSIC OMAHA
100.3 FM
Tune-In with Lady J
HEARTLAND FOCUS
Channel 6
Tune-In Every Sunday @ 6 am
with Tim Clark
COVID-19 UPDATES
CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION
This is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation and CDC will provide updated information as it becomes available.
CITY OF OMAHA
Citizens of Omaha and Douglas County
The City of Omaha, Douglas County, our health care partners, and first responders are working diligently to protect public health and safety as the coronavirus spreads.  We are working together to lower the risk of transmission and infection and reduce the impact on our community.
DOUGLAS COUNTY HEALTH DEPT
Citizens of Omaha and Douglas County:
Information Line for Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19):
402-444-3400

Open Seven Days a Week, except Holidays
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
STATE OF NEBRASKA
Dept. of Health and Human Services
DHHS COVID-19 Information Line:
(402) 552-6645

8 am - 8 pm CST - 7 Days a Week
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