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Family caregivers in Nebraska and across the nation now have easier access to vital support, thanks to the expanded Caregiver Support Program from AARP and United Way Worldwide. This groundbreaking initiative connects caregivers to essential services for themselves and their loved ones through the 211 helpline.
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AARP today announced three Nebraska organizations—Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA), Partners for Livable Omaha, and Project Houseworks—will receive 2025 Community Challenge grant funding. The grants are part of AARP’s $4.2 million commitment to fund 383 quick-action projects aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, with a focus on the needs of older adults. The funds will support efforts to improve public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and other key areas.
Support is finally on the way for Nebraska’s 179,000 family caregivers with the newly passed Caregiver Tax Credit starting in the 2025 tax year. Find out if you may qualify with our short questionnaire.
Through July 15, 2025, AARP Nebraska is accepting nominations for its 2025 Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors a Nebraskan age 50-plus who shares their experience, talent, and skills to enrich their community and enhance the lives of its residents.
In an increasingly digital world, it's critical that Nebraskans of all ages have access to affordable, high-speed internet. AARP Nebraska is teaming up with the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) to host a "Connecting Older Adults: Navigating Digital Literacy" webinar on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, from 2-3 p.m. CDT via Zoom.
Starting next year, some family caregivers in Nebraska could qualify for a new state tax credit to help offset out-of-pocket expenses that arise when caregiving.
AARP Nebraska is pleased to announce our 2024 Community Challenge Grant recipients as part of AARP’s largest investment in communities to date with $3.8 million awarded among 343 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections and more, with an emphasis on the needs of adults ages 50 and older.
AARP Nebraska listens and advocates for what is important to our members and Nebraskans 50 and over. AARP staff and volunteers work to give you a voice at the state and federal level.
This annual award recognizes those who make a powerful difference in their community. Submit your nomination by July 15, 2024.
Baseball season is in full swing! Join us on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Werner Park as the Omaha Storm Chasers take on the Memphis Redbirds.
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen signed the Caregiver Tax Credit Act (Legislative Bill 937) into law on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, that would provide a nonrefundable tax credit to any family caregiver who incurs eligible expenditures for the care and support of an eligible family member.
The Nebraska Legislature’s proposed Caregiver Tax Credit Act (Legislative Bill 937) passed final reading on April 18, and now awaits Governor Pillen’s signature to become law.
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a small residence sharing a single-family lot with a larger, primary dwelling. Often found in cities, suburbs, and rural areas, they're generally less visible because of positioning behind or tucked within a larger home.
Under a new law, Nebraska voters must show photo identification at the polls, starting with the Tuesday, May 14, primary election.
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