Flood Recovery Serviceship Application Open
Huskers can now apply for a new University of Nebraska student serviceship program to assist with flood recovery efforts. Continue reading…
Asking for Help via the Friday Flood Response Report
The following inquiry has been added to the Friday Flood Response Report. These requests will be summarized and posted on the staff side of the flood.unl.edu website. Don’t hesitate to reach out to your colleagues for assistance! Continue reading…
Reporting Disaster Reach in Quarterly Accountability Reports
During the last quarter, you may have conducted programming and/or organized service events in response to the natural disasters experienced in Nebraska. Information will be requested to enter the estimated direct education client contacts related to the response and recovery efforts. Continue reading…
Supporting the Wellbeing of Your Colleagues
The following document includes recommendations to support staff, colleagues and yourself following a crisis event. Continue reading…
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/93v74-H Volunteer Guide for Disaster Recovery
This guide provides some tools to help assist in facilitating a successful event and help minimize potential risks. Continue reading…
Knox County MARC on April 16
Here is the signup for the MARC in Knox County on April 16. For questions, please contact Jackie Steffen (jsteffen2@unl.edu). Continue reading…
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/3fmkSafe Flood Recovery Kits Available
These kits contain personal protective equipment, a Tyvek suit, several types of gloves, safety glasses, soap, educational materials and other items to assist with a safe home and farm recovery. Contact to Ellen Duysen (ellen.duysen@unmc.edu). Continue reading…
MARC Guidelines
The following guidelines have been developed after attending a couple of MARC's already occurring. This includes guidelines for RED's and Unit Leaders. As well as suggested materials to have available at the MARC. Additional guidelines for volunteers are being developed. Continue reading…
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/nzvbFlood Packet and Display Ideas
The following are some ideas from Dodge County for flood packets and displays that can be used at MARC's, at schools and around town. Do you have your own samples of things that you are doing in your county? Please share with us for the next newsletter. Continue reading…
Livestock Indemnity Program
The following article explains more how to the livestock Indemnity Program works. A copy of the LIP application is in the link. The key date at the moment is the Notice of Loss (Part B) needs to be completed by April 29 for losses in January, February, and March of this year. Continue reading…
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/vrpkRegistration for Mental Wellness Trainings Now Available
To help meet the needs of our clients, we are offering a few different mental health trainings to Extension staff.
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What’s the difference between MARCs and DRCs?
As Extension professionals, it’s important to understand the difference between a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) and Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC). Our communities may be host sites for one or both, and we may want to be involved to reach those affected by the disaster. Continue reading…
Understanding your FEMA Letter
If you applied for assistance from FEMA, you will receive a letter in the mail or via email. The letter will explain the status of your application and how to respond. Here is some documentation to help explain the letter. Continue reading…
Rural Resource List
Flooding can cause stress in many families. For some it may be more than they can handle alone. It is important to stay connected during tough times. The following document includes a number of resources families and individuals can use when they are feeling stressed. Continue reading…
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/6pvkFlood Update Webinar on Monday at 11 am CDT
Just your friendly reminder.
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Originally published April 12, 2019 -
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