At GESU Housing, we are committed to addressing these issues through affordable housing options and resources that empower individuals and families to achieve stability. On this page, you’ll find valuable insights, articles, and tools to better understand the complexities of homelessness and discover ways to make a difference.
Explore the Resources below and learn how to help.
What is Fair Housing?
The Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are refused to rent or sell a home, setting different terms or conditions based on protected characteristics, discriminatory advertising, and harassment are all considered violations. Additional protections apply to federally-assisted housing.
The federal fair-housing law prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, familial status, and disability.
The following are useful links to assist with housing issues:
Fair Housing of Nebraska and Iowa | www.familyhousingadvisoryservices.org
Low Income Housing/Section 8 Housing Questions:
- Omaha Housing Authority (402) 444-4200
- Bellevue/Sarpy Co Housing Authority (402) 734-5448
- Douglas County Housing Authority (402) 444-6203
- Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs (712) 322-1491
Other Agencies of Interest:
- Tenant Services (402) 934-6763
- Disability Rights of Nebraska (402) 413-2016
- Nebraska Legal Aid (402) 348-1060
