Local COVID-19 Resources
My legislative office recently sent out a mailing to District 3 residents. However, I know that we’ve not touched everyone we had hoped with that mailing and resource information. Listed below is a brief synopsis of the most requested
resources. If you don’t see the help you need, please call my office at 402-471-2627 or email me at cblood@leg.ne.gov and we will be happy to find you the help you may need for your family or business in a timely manner.
–Senator Carol Blood
Area Catholic Schools: The Archdiocese of Omaha is offering help and resources at archomaha.org/covid-19-precautions
Bellevue Public Schools. All information about school closings, lunches, etc. can be found on the BPS website at https://www.bellevuepublicschools.org/vnews/display.v/ART/5e7fa69851c0e
Emotional Support Line Methodist Health System. This is a free and confidential support line staffed by licenses provessional counselors. Dial 402-815-8255. The line is open from 7 am to 7 pm
Federal Economic Stimulus/Tax Deadlines IRS. Information about tax deadlines and the federal stimulus program can be found at
irs.gov/coronavirus
Legal Aid of Nebraska Free COVID-19 Disaster Relief Hotline. Available to Nebraskans in need of legal assistance by calling 844-269-5627
Medicaid and Economic Assistance Questions about Medicaid benefits can be answered at 855-632-7633. Questions about economic assistance programs can be answered at 800-383-4278
Papillion LaVista Schools PLCS has all of their resources available at
plcschools.org/COVID-19. They also have a crisis support line at 531-444-CARE (2273).
Resources for Businesses. The Nebraska Department of Labor has provided various resources for business owners at
opportunity.nebraska.gov/nded-covid19
Sarpy/Cass County Health Department. More local resources are available at
sarpycasshealthdepartment.org/novel-coronavirus
Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office is offering shopping and prescription pickup services at select stores and can be accessed by calling 402-593-1593
Utilities OPPD and MUD have both agreed to stop disconnections through April and will work with customers. OPPD can be contacted at 402-536-4131 and MUD at 402-554-6666
Unemployment Benefits The Nebraska Department of Labor offers various resources regarding unemployment benefits at
dol.nebraska.gov/UIBenefits or you can call 855-995-8863e.
Paycheck Protection Program For Business timely additional guidance to address borrower and lender questions concerning the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Click Here