Women's Center for Advancement
222 S 29th St. (29th & Farnam)
Omaha, NE 68131
Main Telephone: 402.345.6555
Click here for website and directions to the center
24/7 Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline:
402.345.7273
Spanish 24/7 Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline:
402-672-7118
Spanish Hotline:
402.345.7118
Daily business hours:
8 a.m.-5 p.m. M-F
On-site services by appointment only
Scheduled groups from 5-8 p.m. at location
WCA PROGRAMS ASSISTING WITH FINANCIAL SERVICES
The WCA Bridges to Opportunity program assists clients in their efforts to build and maintain strong, healthy families; decrease dependence on social services; increase personal support systems; and attain the basic skills and life skills needed for stable employment.
Information about services and applying for the Bridges to Opportunity program
WCA's Bridges to Opportunity program staff launched the Leadership Academy for Girls in May.
The Academy is designed for girls ages 10-14 and involves workshops covering a variety of topics such as: self exploration, relationships, financial literacy, health and wellness, goal setting, career exploration and more. The group will also do college tours, job site visits, cultural events, and other field trips.
Additional information and application for Leadership Academy for Girls
For more information about Financial Literacy contact:
Tahnee Markussen
WCA Self Sufficiency Program Manager
tahneem@wcaomaha.org
Telephone: 402.345.6555
For information about the Bridges to Opportunity programs contact:
A.R. Tulani Grundy Meadows
WCA Bridges to Opportunity Director
tulanigm@wcaomaha.org
Telephone: 402.345.6555
CRIMINAL JUSTICE AGENCIES AND SERVICES
Emergency
911
Omaha Police Department (OPD) Telephone Reporting Unit
402-444-4877
OPD Domestic Violence Unit
402-444-5825
Douglas. Co. Sherriff's Office (DCSO)
Domestic Violence Unit
402-444-7756 (Assistance with criminal justice system)
Victim Assistance
402-444-4597
SHELTER AND HOTLINE INFORMATION
The Shelter
402-558-5700
Heartland Family Service
402-292-5888
Phoenix House
712-328-0266
Nebraska Spanish Helpline
877-215-0167
Legal Aid of Nebraska
402-348-1060
National Deaf/Hard of Hearing Hotline
TTY-800-787-3224
