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SUMMARY:NOVA Steps Toward Hope - A Mental Health and Recovery Walk
DESCRIPTION:NØVA Steps Toward Hope is a community awareness walk focused on mental health\, recovery\, hope\, and connection. Hosted by NØVA Treatment Community LLC.\, this event invites the public\, LGBTQIA+ community members\, youth\, families\, allies\, and neighbors across the Heartland to come together in support of people impacted by mental health and recovery journeys. \nJoin the walk\, stay for the festival-style activities\, and help create a welcoming space where healing\, visibility\, and community care are honored. \n\nCommunity event announcement: NØVA Steps Toward Hope will include an awareness walk for mental health and recovery\, followed by festival activities at Lewis and Clark Landing. \n\nQuick Event Details\n\nEvent: NØVA Steps Toward Hope – A Mental Health and Recovery Walk\nDate: Sunday\, September 13\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nLocation: Lewis and Clark Landing\nAudience: General public\, LGBTQIA+ community members\, youth\, families\, and allies\nHosted by: NØVA Treatment Community LLC.\n\nLearn More About NØVA\n \nAbout the Walk\nNØVA Steps Toward Hope is designed to raise awareness for mental health and recovery while bringing people together in a supportive\, community-centered setting. The walk offers a meaningful way to show support for people navigating recovery\, honor personal and community journeys\, and help reduce stigma around mental health. \nAfter the awareness walk\, attendees are invited to stay for festival activities and opportunities to connect with others in a welcoming environment. \nEvent Logistics\nThe event will take place at Lewis and Clark Landing. Attendees are encouraged to plan ahead for parking\, weather\, walking distance\, and any personal comfort needs for an outdoor community event. \nSchedule: The event runs from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Additional timing details for the walk and festival activities may be announced by the event organizer. \nAccessibility\, Inclusion\, and Safety\nHeartland Pride shares community events with the goal of helping people find welcoming spaces where they can connect\, participate\, and feel a sense of belonging. This event is open to the general public and welcomes LGBTQIA+ community members\, families\, youth\, and allies. \nAttendees are encouraged to respect each person’s name\, pronouns\, identity\, boundaries\, and lived experience. Mental health and recovery can be deeply personal topics\, and community care matters. \nAccessibility details: [Add accessibility information\, including route surface\, seating availability\, restrooms\, ASL interpretation if available\, sensory considerations\, and mobility access.] \nFAQ\nWho can attend NØVA Steps Toward Hope?\nThis event is open to the general public\, including LGBTQIA+ community members\, youth\, families\, and allies. \nIs this event only for the LGBTQIA+ community?\nNo. The event is not specific only to the LGBTQIA+ community\, but LGBTQIA+ attendees and allies are welcome. \nWhat kind of event is this?\nThis is an awareness walk focused on mental health and recovery\, with festival-style activities following the walk. \nDo I need to register?\n[Add registration details. If registration is not required\, update this section to say attendees may arrive during the event time.] \nWhere can I learn more?\nVisit the NØVA Treatment Community website for more information about their work and updates. \nVisit NØVA’s Website\n \nComing Together for Hope and Recovery\nEvents like NØVA Steps Toward Hope help strengthen community connection and remind people that they are not alone. Heartland Pride is glad to share opportunities that support mental health awareness\, recovery\, inclusion\, and belonging throughout the Heartland.
URL:https://heartlandpride.org/event/nova-mental-health-walk/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Landing\, 515 North Riverfront Drive\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Free Adult Name Change Clinic
DESCRIPTION:A legal name change can be an important step toward having your documents reflect who you are. Legal Aid of Nebraska is offering a free Adult Name Change Clinic in Omaha to help eligible Douglas County residents navigate the process with legal information\, document-drafting assistance\, and support. \nThe clinic will take place on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Omaha ForUs. Adults who have lived in Douglas County for at least one year are invited to apply. \nLegal Aid of Nebraska will also help participants seek a court fee waiver or cover eligible filing and publication costs\, helping ensure that participants can complete the name-change process without those costs becoming a barrier. \nAdvance application required: Walk-ins are not available. Complete the intake and screening process before September 15\, 2026. Appointments are limited\, so applying early is encouraged.\nQuick Event Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.\nLocation: Omaha ForUs\, 742 N 109th Court\, Omaha\, NE 68154\nCost: Free\nEligibility: Adults who have resided in Douglas County for at least one year\nRegistration: Advance application and screening are required\nApplication deadline: Before September 15\, 2026\nLegal services provided by: Legal Aid of Nebraska\nHosted by: Omaha ForUs\n\nApply for the Free Name Change Clinic\n\nHow to Register\nTo be considered for an appointment\, complete Legal Aid of Nebraska’s Adult Name Change Clinic Intake Application. The application is specifically for eligible adults residing in Douglas County. \nAdvance screening is required\, and walk-in appointments will not be available. Applications should be completed before September 15. Because clinic appointments are limited\, community members who are interested are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. \nThe online application currently includes English and Spanish language options. \nWhat the Clinic Can Help With\nLegal name-change procedures can involve court documents\, filing requirements\, publication requirements\, and other steps that may feel difficult to navigate alone. Legal Aid of Nebraska staff and volunteers will help eligible clinic participants understand and move through the process. \nClinic services include: \n\nInformation about the adult name-change process\nHelp preparing and drafting required documents\nGuidance through applicable court requirements\nAssistance seeking a court fee waiver when appropriate\nCoverage of applicable filing and publication costs when a fee waiver is not obtained\n\nCost\nThere is no cost to participate in the clinic. \nLegal Aid of Nebraska will either assist participants with obtaining a court fee waiver or cover the filing and publication costs associated with the name change. The goal is for eligible clinic participants to be able to obtain their name change without those expenses becoming a barrier. \nGetting to Omaha ForUs\nThe clinic will be held at Omaha ForUs\, 742 N 109th Court\, Omaha\, NE 68154. \n\nParking: Free parking is available in the lot directly in front of Omaha ForUs on the east side of the building.\nPublic transportation: Omaha ForUs is served by Metro bus route 14 and is located within a Metro Flex zone.\n\nPlease follow any appointment or arrival instructions provided by Legal Aid of Nebraska after completing the screening process. \nAccessibility\, Inclusion & Privacy\nEveryone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect while accessing legal services. Heartland Pride is sharing this clinic as a community resource for eligible adults who may benefit from support navigating the legal name-change process\, including LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse community members. \nBecause a name-change application involves personal information\, please submit sensitive or confidential details directly through Legal Aid of Nebraska’s official intake process rather than sending them to Heartland Pride. \nFrequently Asked Questions\nWho can apply for the clinic?\nThe clinic is for adults who have lived in Douglas County\, Nebraska\, for at least one year. Applicants must also complete Legal Aid of Nebraska’s advance intake and screening process. \nCan I walk in on September 19 without registering?\nNo. Walk-in appointments are not available. Advance screening is required before September 15\, 2026\, and appointments are limited. \nHow much does the clinic cost?\nThe clinic is free. Legal Aid of Nebraska will assist participants with obtaining a court fee waiver or cover applicable filing and publication costs so those expenses do not prevent an eligible participant from completing the process. \nWhat kind of assistance will I receive?\nThe clinic will provide information\, document-drafting services\, and support with navigating the adult name-change process. The assistance appropriate for each participant will depend on their individual circumstances and Legal Aid’s screening process. \nDo I need to bring documents with me?\nFollow the instructions provided by Legal Aid of Nebraska after your application and screening. They can let you know what information or documents you should have available for your appointment. \nWhere is the clinic?\nThe clinic will be held at Omaha ForUs\, 742 N 109th Court\, Omaha\, NE 68154. \nIs parking available?\nYes. Omaha ForUs provides free parking in the lot directly in front of the community center on the east side of the building. \nCan I use public transportation?\nOmaha ForUs is on Metro bus route 14 and is also within a Metro Flex service zone. \nIs Heartland Pride providing the legal services?\nNo. Legal services and participant screening are being provided by Legal Aid of Nebraska\, and the clinic is hosted by Omaha ForUs. Heartland Pride is helping connect community members with this free local resource. \nStart the Name Change Clinic Application\n\nConnecting Our Community With Support\nAccess to affirming\, understandable legal support can make a meaningful difference. Heartland Pride is grateful to Legal Aid of Nebraska and Omaha ForUs for helping community members access information\, assistance\, and resources for the name-change process. \nIf this clinic could help you or someone you know\, please share the opportunity and encourage eligible community members to apply before the screening deadline. \nAppointments are limited. Apply before September 15\, 2026.
URL:https://heartlandpride.org/event/free-name-change-clinic-omaha/
LOCATION:Omaha ForUs\, 3337 North 107th Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68134\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Omaha ForUs":MAILTO:info@omahaforus.org
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