Protecting Important Documents
Living in the heartland we find ourselves at risk for various natural disasters which we must be prepared for in all aspects of our lives. One of those aspects which is often overlooked is the protection…
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Precautions to take because of COVID-19
The coronavirus has turned life as we know it on its head. People across the world are being forced to adjust their daily lives to ensure that we can slow the spread of the virus and reduce its impact on communities…
Flood Insurance for Homeowners and Renters
Flood Fact: Homeowners or renters insurance won’t protect you from the cost of flooding. Even if you rent, you need flood insurance. Learn more about flood insurance and the factors to consider when buying a…
Information on Flood Insurance
Flood insurance can be confusing, but recovering from a flood without it can be expensive. For more information about flood insurance, go to: https://bit.ly/32OMcxs.
COVID-19 Resources
Legal Aid of Nebraska has published informational resources for legal issues related to COVID-19/Coronavirus. These resources can be found at: https://www.legalaidofnebraska.org/how-we-help/resources/covid-19-coronavirus/ Legal Aid has also opened its Disaster Relief Hotline for those with legal questions or…
Free legal help hotline available for Nebraskans affected by COVID-19
COVID-19/Disaster Relief Hotline: 1-844-268-5627 Nebraskans who have questions or are experiencing legal problems due to the coronavirus/COVID-19 public health emergency now have an easy way to get legal advice and help. The free COVID-19 Disaster Relief…
FEMA Individual Assistance Deadline Extended
The State of Nebraska officials have announced that the deadline to register for FEMA Individual Assistance is June 19th. Two Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOCs) will open today, May 20th. All FEMA disaster recovery centers…
Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance Fact Sheet
The National Employment Law Project released an updated fact sheet on the counties in Nebraska and Iowa that have declared disasters. Click here to view the Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance Fact Sheet in PDF form.
President Approves Nebraska Disaster Declaration
On March 21, 2019, President Trump declared that a major disaster exists in Nebraska. His action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in the following counties: Butler, Cass, Colfax, Dodge, Douglas, Nemaha, Sarpy, Saunders,…
Heartland Flood Help
Heartland Flood Help is a project of the Legal Services Corporation (LSC). Heartland Flood Help serves Arkansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, and Oklahoma. LSC created the heartland flood website to encourage residents to take steps to…