Emergency Assistance | Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
PO Box 2992, Omaha, NE 68103
Eligibility
Open to families with a child in the home and who meet certain tests, including resource and income tests - visit website or call for information
Required documents
Varies by service
(402) 471-7256
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Alternate Number
(800) 833-7352
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TTY
(800) 383-4278
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Main Phone
(402) 595-1258
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Alternate Number
(402) 323-3900
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Alternate Number
Application process
Visit website to apply online or call for information
Fees
None
Service area
NE
Provides help to families in situations which are threatening the health or wellbeing of an eligible child and family.
Emergency Assistance payments may be made for shelter expenses, relocation expenses, or non-medical transportation. Payments are made directly to the provider of the service.
Assistance with rent, rental deposit, and/or utilities may not be available; that type of help is dependent on the client's situation. Call for information.
Date of Last Formal Update
09/08/2025
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
System services that help people live better lives through effective health and human services.