HELP Adult Services 8447 Lake St Omaha, NE 68134 (402) 341-6559

 

History & Direction

"Toward an Intentional Future" was the document created by Dr. Ross Robson (First Presbyterian Church of Omaha) that laid out the future that is HELP Adult Services today. The document was created in May of 1982 and officially began the mission on October 22, 1982.

 

Within four years of existence, it became apparent that the amount of services being offered required the mission to become a separate 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The new non-profit organization was named Presbyterian Metropolitan Ministries of Omaha Inc. (PMMO). In 1994, the name was changed to Presbyterian Outreach, Inc. (POI). After much consideration, the Board of Directors decided to change the name in 2008 to: HELP Adult Services, A Presbyterian community outreach.  As the needs of the community have changed, so have the services offered through HELP Adult Services. Some of the programs and projects at the beginning included: Singles Approach to Coping with the 80's, Rainbow - Seekers: Building a Community of Peace-Grade school children receiving a camping opportunity at Camp Calvin Crest, Monthly Arts Program Series, Revolving Loan Fund for Home Loans, School of the Arts, Respite Care Program, College Entrance Exam Tutoring Program, Singles Newsletter, and Metro Child Care Center.  Today the core mission is Adult Health Supportive Services.

 

In August of 2006, Presbyterian Outreach was able to move all staff and programs to one facility: 8447 Lake Street (just south of 85th & Maple). This opportunity greatly improved the efficiencies and effectiveness of each program. Staff members were cross-trained and all of the health and medical equipment was located in a warehouse next to the office area. A display room was created for individuals to view the availability of durable health and medical products. This one action provided the opportunity for HELP Adult Services to serve more individuals in the community with respect and dignity.

In September of 2006, the Millard Foundation partially funded the purchase of a delivery van for the Health and medical Equipment Loan Program (H.E.L.P). Deliveries and pick-up of equipment are available on a limited basis for a low nominal fee. The truck helps HELP Adult Services better serve the needs of the community by helping those who can not travel to and from the facility. 

 

A continued focus on increasing the efficiencies of the infrastructure of the organization to plan to meet the growing needs of the community remains in effect. The Board of Directors consistently reviews the strategic direction to ensure the organization is meeting the needs of the community. Therefore, the decision was made in May 2008 to focus the core mission on adult health supportive services. Along with this decision, the name changed to: HELP Adult Services: a Presbyterian community outreach.

Mission & Values

 

Vision

An improved lifestyle by obtaining assistance where needed.

 

Mission

To help individuals attain a greater level of independence and improve their quality of life.

 

Core Values

Community Focused

   -      Provide inclusive programs that provide hope

   -      Offer resources to those in need

   -      Make programs accessible regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or economic status

 

Faith Based

   -      Treat all people with dignity and respect

   -      Empower people to change their lives

   -      Communicate care and compassion for those in need

 

Responsible Management

   -      Assure effective stewardship of resources to meet challenges

   -      Commit to quality and excellence in all we do

   -      Practice visionary leadership

 

Motto

Empowering lives…one person at a time.