Black Family Health and Wellness Association, Inc

02/26/2026

Eating disorders don’t always look the same, and they’re not always easy to recognize.

Symptoms can show up emotionally, physically, and behaviorally. Some people may experience anxiety around food, changes in eating habits, or physical symptoms like fatigue and dizziness.

Early awareness can help individuals seek support sooner and improve outcomes.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone and help is available. You can call, text or chat 988.

The Nebraska Family Helpline is a tool for parents to help their children. Call (888) 866-8660

02/26/2026

It's National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Let's talk about Eating Disorders and learn more about them.

Together, we can foster a safe environment where people feel comfortable reaching out to others for help when they need it.

Learn more by clicking the link below:
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

02/26/2026

We are hiring Eligibility Operations Workers statewide to help Nebraskans access essential services like food, financial assistance, supportive services, and medical care.

In this role, you’ll review applications, verify information, and help determine eligibility for programs that support individuals and families across Nebraska.

If you’re passionate about customer service, helping others, and making a meaningful impact in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today: https://son.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NebraskaStateCareers/details/Eligibility-Operations-Worker---Statewide_JR2026-00023387?q=JR2026-00023387

02/26/2026

26th Annual Black Families Health and Wellness Association Health Fair Date: Saturday March 28, 2026 Place: Omaha North Magnet High School, 4410 N 36th Street Omaha, NE 68111 (36th and Ames) Viking Center Time: Health Fair 7:00am - 1:00pm To maintain the family focus atmosphere, we ask that NO SELLI...

02/10/2026

Please contact Community Connections for more information. Thank you

02/03/2026

We are happy to announce that registration for the 28th annual BFHWA Health Fair is now open! Details are as follows:
Date: Saturday March 28, 2026
Place: Omaha North Magnet High School, 4410 N 36th Street Omaha, NE 68111 (36th and Ames) Viking
Center
Time: Health Fair 7:00am - 1:00pm

Early registration, which offers a discounted price, runs through March 1st; regular registration is from March 1st through the 17th. Please open the form for more details on how to pay and secure your spot.

REGISTRATION FORM LINK: https://forms.gle/EJAEfnvF8q6Q9HqJA

If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us.

We thank you all as our trusted partners and are excited to host you once again!

26th Annual Black Families Health and Wellness Association Health Fair Date: Saturday March 28, 2026 Place: Omaha North Magnet High School, 4410 N 36th Street Omaha, NE 68111 (36th and Ames) Viking Center Time: Health Fair 7:00am - 1:00pm To maintain the family focus atmosphere, we ask that NO SELLI...

02/02/2026

01/28/2026

BFHWA member apprication dinner. Thank you to all of our members we truly appreciate the love and dedication. If you are interested in becoming a member send us a message.

11/06/2025

Today’s the day! Wednesday is the last visioning workshop for the North Omaha Innovation District. This workshop will focus on how program funding can best serve the community. This is your chance to pull up and help decide where funds are invested and what type of opportunities the Innovation district will provide.

See you there ✨

11/06/2025

November is Eye Donation Month! 👁️

Did you know that corneal transplants are the most frequently performed transplant surgery across the United States?

More than 141,000 cornea donations took place in 2024 across the country, according to the Eye Bank Association of America.

Corneal transplants have the least chance of rejection, offer good availability of tissue, and don’t generally require special biomarkers to match with someone else, according to Dr. Ronald Krueger, McGaw Professor and Chair of the UNMC Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, director of the Stanley M. Truhlsen Eye Institute and board member for the Lions Eye Bank of Nebraska.

Right here in the Cornhusker state, the Lions Eye Bank of Nebraska has recovered more than 2,500 grafts, giving recipients the gift of sight.

The Lions Eye Bank of Nebraska’s mission, restoring eyesight, would not be possible without organ and tissue donation, said Executive Director Karli Diggins.

“We’re very thankful for all the donors,” Diggins said. “This is an ongoing effort that greatly increases our ability to provide tissue for these life-healing surgeries.”

In addition to restoring sight to those in need, whole globes, or the entire eye, can also be donated to aid in research projects. One such project taking place at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is researching glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness.

💙💚 Want to help support our local eye bank? Attend the Lions Eye Bank of Nebraska's Spirit Night at the Bellevue Chick-fil-A tomorrow from 5-7 p.m. See more details at https://www.facebook.com/share/17SGStYCYD/. 💚💙