• Johns Hopkins Child Activity Book

• Words to explain COVID-19 by child age

• My Hero is You storybook on COVID-19

• Helping children cope with school closings Hero

• Activities to help your child get ready for Back to School

• Activities to promote children's self-regulation (also known as executive functions) for ages 5-7 and ages 7-12

• Lincoln Dashboard for COVID rates

• Lincoln Response Report for COVID-19

• COVID-19 risk dial recommendations

• The flu or COVID? A detailed comparison provided by the CDC

Multilingual Information

• COVID Information in other languages

• Lutheran Family Services and community partner Restoring Dignity created educational videos in multiple languages about COVID-19

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• Ideas for Play during quarantine from Sesame Street

• Ideas for physical activity with children

• Online classes and DIY activities for children of all ages

• PBS Kids tv shows and activities

• Resources for Supporting Children's Emotional Well-being during the COVID-19 Pandemic

• SNAP: To apply for SNAP benefits, please call the hotline to speak to a SNAP coordinator. The hotline number is 855-444-5556. A coordinator will walk you through the application process, help you determine if you or your family meet the guidelines for food assistance, and provide information about using the SNAP EBT card.

• Double Up Food Bucks: Nebraska Extension's Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of federation nutrition (SNAP or food stamps) benefits at participating markets and grocery stores.

• Food Bank of Lincoln: Their daily food distribution schedule is updated regularly on their website. The Food Bank of Lincoln has several other partner agencies with additional food resources, including Catholic Social Services, Center for People in Need, Good Neighbor Center, the People's City Mission Help Center, and The Gathering Place.

• The Salvation Army in Omaha is providing pantry orders and anyone in need can pick up a food box. Phone: 402-898-7700

• Housing and Utility Assistance Handout provided by the city of Lincoln

• Community Action's Emergency Services: Those who have past-due balances, eviction or disconnect notices, and those who are experiencing homelessness are all eligible to apply. To apply, call 402-471-4515, and follow the prompts for the appropriate needs office. 

• Nebraska Housing Developer's Association:  Any Nebraska Resident who has unpaid rental or mortgage expenses from April 2020 through the end of the year may be eligible for assistance. Apply online for assistance.   

• Nebraska Accommodation Project (NAP): Provides temporary housing for any Nebraskan as a result of COVID-19 exposure

• Bryan Mental Health Online Screenings for adults and children

• Tips for Behavioral Health during the Pandemic 

• UNMC Free Behavioral Teleheath Consultation - you can schedule an appointment by calling 402-559-6408

• Getting support for existing mental health conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic

• Psychology Today offers a national directory of therapists, psychiatrists, therapy groups, and treatment facility options. These tend to be best for people with health insurance.

• SAMHSA Treatment locator provides referrals to low cost and sliding scale mental health care, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis treatment. Phone:1-800-662-4357.

• Nursing License Map has an inclusive guide for mental health resources including sleep, counseling and support, mindfulness, and movement. 

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Suicide and Crisis​

• The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention provides referrals to support groups, mental health professionals, resources on loss, and suicide prevention information. Phone: 1-888-333-2377.

• The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides 24/7 crisis intervention, safety planning, and information on domestic violence. Phone: 1-800-799-7233

• The Suicide Prevention Lifeline connects callers to trained crisis counselors 24/7. They also provide a chat function on their website. Phone: 1-800-273-8255

• Recognizing the Signs of Suicide and how you can help

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• Associates in Counseling & Treatment

• Lutheran Family Services

• CenterPointe

• CEDARS

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• 30 Days of Mindfulness poster

• COVID Coach is a free mobile app designed to provide resources and enhance emotional support during the pandemic. You can download the app for the iPhone here or the Android here.

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