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The Veterans Service Office will assist veterans and their families in obtaining the local, state, and federal benefits that they are entitled to receive. This may include assistance in obtaining military records, compensation and pension benefits, education and retraining grants, health insurance, and veteran burial benefits.

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Veteran Benefits Assistance
Veteran Education Benefits
Veteran Burial Benefits
Military Records
Veteran Compensation and Pension Benefits
Veteran/Military Health Insurance
Nebraska Veterans' Aid Fund is a temporary emergency aid fund to assist veterans and their eligible family members if an unforeseen emergency occurs and are legal residents of this state on the date of application. Aid can only be used for food, fuel, shelter, wearing apparel, medical or surgical aid, and funeral expenses. Eligibility includes veterans who served on active duty of the Armed Forces of the United States, other than active duty for training, who were discharged or otherwise separated with a characterization of honorable or general (under honorable conditions) or died while in service or as a direct result of such service. Applications must be made through the County Service Officer or Post Service Officer of any recognized veterans' organization near the applicant's residence for submission to the Director of Veterans' Affairs.

Waiver of Tuition / Veterans' Affairs through the The University of Nebraska, state colleges, and community colleges shall waive all tuition on behalf of an eligible dependent of a veteran. To be eligible the dependent must meet the following requirements: Is a resident of this state and meets the institution's requirements for establishing residency for purposes of paying instate tuition. Has a parent, stepparent or spouse who served in the armed forces of the U.S. and died of a service-connected disability; or died subsequent to discharge as a result of injury or illness sustained while a member of the armed forces; or is permanently and totally disabled as a result of military service; or while a member of the armed forces of the US is classified MIA or as a POW during armed hostilities. Applications are available on website.

Discharge records of veterans who entered from and returned to Nebraska upon separation from military service, and who had requested that Nebraska receive a copy. Written requests must be notarized.

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Military Records
Veteran Burial Benefits
Veteran Education Benefits

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

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Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
The Veterans Service Office will assist veterans and their families in obtaining the local, state, and federal benefits that they are entitled to receive. This may include assistance in obtaining military records, compensation and pension benefits, education and retraining grants, health insurance, and veteran burial benefits.

Categories

Veteran Education Benefits
Veteran Burial Benefits
Military Records
Veteran/Military Health Insurance
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Veteran Compensation and Pension Benefits

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Provides financial and personal support for current and former state ward youth to attend college. Youth are eligible if they have graduated from high school or obtained a GED and meet one of the following criteria:
-- Are a state or tribal ward who is age 16 or older;
-- Were in the State or Tribe's custody on their 16th birthday and are now between the ages of 16 and 26;
-- Were in the State or Tribe's custody and received guardianship or adopted status at the age of 16 or older and have yet to reach age 26.

Youth participating in the ETV Program can continue receiving support for up to five non-consecutive years as long as they are enrolled in a post-secondary education or training program and are making satisfactory progress toward completion of that program. This is a statewide program and is provided through a contract with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation.

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Education and Training Benefits for Former Foster Youth
The Veterans Service Office will assist veterans and their families in obtaining the local, state, and federal benefits that they are entitled to receive. This may include assistance in obtaining military records, compensation and pension benefits, education and retraining grants, health insurance, and veteran burial benefits.

Categories

Military Records
Veteran/Military Health Insurance
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Veteran Education Benefits
Veteran Compensation and Pension Benefits
Veteran Burial Benefits

Provides assistance to eligible individuals who wish to attain their GED by paying the testing fees, when funding is available. Up to 2 failed sections may also be retaken with MCS funds. Individual must be ready to take the GED test and pick up application packet at the office.

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Assists low-income people attend training programs and classes that will lead to employment. The program can pay for tuition, books, uniforms, and required tools for the courses. For more information on how to apply, contact your local County Outreach Office.

Assists low-income people attend training programs and classes that will lead to employment. The program can pay for tuition, books, uniforms, and required tools for the courses. For more information on how to apply, contact your local County Outreach Office.

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Assists low-income people attend training programs and classes that will lead to employment. The program can pay for tuition, books, uniforms, and required tools for the courses. For more information on how to apply, contact your local County Outreach Office.

Offers assistance to help individuals purchase necessary uniforms and supplies for verified employment. Assistance may also be provided for test fees for licenses or vocational certifications.

GED test fees may also be paid for individuals entering the workforce or increasing their earning potential. Assistance up to $150 is available with verified employment needs. This program will be available until funds are exhausted.

Upon approval, items will be ordered and delivered to the SCCR office for pick up or test fees will be paid directly to the vendor. No payments will be made directly to the client.

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Employment Related Transportation
Work Related Fee Payment Assistance
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
The Veterans Service Office will assist veterans and their families in obtaining the local, state, and federal benefits that they are entitled to receive. This may include assistance in obtaining military records, compensation and pension benefits, education and retraining grants, health insurance, and veteran burial benefits.

Categories

Veteran Benefits Assistance
Veteran Burial Benefits
Military Records
Veteran Education Benefits
Veteran Compensation and Pension Benefits
Veteran/Military Health Insurance

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Assists low-income people attend training programs and classes that will lead to employment. The program can pay for tuition, books, uniforms, and required tools for the courses. For more information on how to apply, contact your local County Outreach Office.

Offers scholarships to the spouses of active Military members. Scholarships may be available for education (GED's to PhD's), professional licenses and certifications, including re-licensure, business and entrepreneurial expenses, supervised clinical hours, continuing education courses, and more.

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Scholarships
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Provides assistance with developing resumes, applying for jobs on-line, and utilizing Job Search through the Illinois Worknet website.

Will also cover the cost of tuition and permit testing for the CDL Certification program. This area of employment has been identified as a short-term training area with high employment opportunities at a good living wage. The program is coordinated through Richland Community College, where the training is provided. Must provide a minimum of 2 pre-hire letters from potential employers before being approved for the CDL Certification program.

Several other funding sources are available for the CDL certification. Income requirements and amount of tuition paid by Empowerment Opportunity Center varies for these programs. Please call for a prescreening and to obtain information about all CDL certification options.

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Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Job Search/Placement

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Assists low-income people attend training programs and classes that will lead to employment. The program can pay for tuition, books, uniforms, and required tools for the courses. For more information on how to apply, contact your local County Outreach Office.

Categories

Education Related Fee Payment Assistance

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Apprenticeship Training
On the Job Training
WIOA Programs
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Occupation Specific Job Training
Prejob Guidance
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Career Counseling
Scholarships
Job Search/Placement
Educational Testing
Job Training Resource Lists
General Youth Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Assists low-income people attend training programs and classes that will lead to employment. The program can pay for tuition, books, uniforms, and required tools for the courses. For more information on how to apply, contact your local County Outreach Office.