January 16, 2024 City of Fremont Human Services Department Weekly Update

Photo of Dagmar with her recognition certificate standing next to Suzanne Shenfil Text reads thank you for 25 years of service

Dagmar Stonas was recognized at the January 9 Council Meeting for 25 years of work with the City of Fremont's Human Services Department as a Public Health Nurse Case Manager.

Her efforts paved the way for 100s of our most frail elders to stay where they wanted to be through the end of their lives, in their own homes. With her comprehensive nurse-care management skills, she has regularly visited seniors in their homes, guided them in making healthcare decisions, and guided them in adjusting to lifestyle changes that accompany the aging process. She provided them with the support and supplies they needed.

Dagmar's mentorship to nursing students helped us grow and bring up the next generation of "care managers", giving them the opportunity to experience the rich rewards that come with helping older adults. Her passion for the work, commitment to excellence, and collaborative spirit are appreciated by the entire Human Services team. Congratulations Dagmar on this remarkable achievement!

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The Human Services Department works to support a vibrant community through the creation and maintenance of services that empower individuals, strengthen families, encourage self-sufficiency, enhances neighborhoods, and fosters a high quality of life. If you're looking for a new opportunity, apply today! We currently have the following positions open:

NEW! Case Manager (Aging and Family Services)

Review the recruitment brochure for details.

NEW! Case Manager (Family Resource Center)

Review the recruitment brochure of details.

Counselor Positions-Youth and Family Services - Part-time, regular.

For complete information review the recruitment brochure.

Mobile Hygiene Unit Operator (PSA II)

For complete information, review the recruitment brochure.

School-Based Wellness Center Associate Mental Health Counselor

Review the updated brochure for complete details.

Winter Relief Monitor (PSA II) - Part-time evenings from Dec 1 - April 30

For complete information, review the recruitment brochure.

Green Banner that Reads 2024 Point in Time Count

Volunteers Still Needed for 2024 Point-in-Time Count

Every two years, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires communities to conduct a Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of individuals, youth, and families experiencing homelessness. The PIT Count provides a "snapshot" of both sheltered and unsheltered community members and is used to better understand and respond to homelessness in Fremont and beyond.

Join us Thursday, January 25, from 5:00 am to 10:00 am as we conduct the EveryOne Home 2024 Alameda County PIT Count. Your contribution as a volunteer will help ensure an accurate and thorough count. Only a few volunteer spots are left, so please register today!

AGE WELL CENTER AT LAKE ELIZABETH

40086 Paseo Padre Pkway

Fremont, CA 94538

Celebrating Diversity Circle

First and Third Wednesdays, starting January 17

10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Wing A, Street Side - FREE

Come and make new friends, show your PRIDE, or

become an ally by joining the Celebrating Diversity Circle.

This group meets twice a month for inspiring lectures,

discussion, current events, film, music, and LGBTQ+

topics.

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Save the Date! 2024 Crab Feed

The Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth is holding its 17th Annual Crab Feed on Friday, February 16, 2024. This year's event will include a "Dine-in" and "Drive-Thru" option.

Crab dinners go on sale now. Purchase tickets at the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth offices between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or online. Tickets are $80 per meal/person.

EMAIL Nick Jordan with questions about classes at the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth.

AGE WELL CENTER AT SOUTH FREMONT

47111 Mission Falls Court

Fremont, CA 94538

ROTC Travel Training (in Mandarin)

Monday, Jan 22 - Class instruction

Tuesday, Jan 23 - Field Outing

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Conference Room/ Lobby

Free

Learn how to use buses and BART and get $10 cash value on your Clipper Card. Through classroom instruction and a field outing on a bus and BART, you will learn how to travel on transit safely. Registration is required. Please call 510-574-2053 or email Ride-On Tri-City to register.

Hula Class

Mondays

Except for 1st Monday of the month

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Large Activity Room

Learn how to Hula Dance. The moves are gentle, and you will get a good workout. It's a great way to stay fit and strengthen your core while having fun! This class can be done seated or standing. All fitness levels are welcome.

EMAIL Martha Torrez with questions about classes at the Age Well Center at South Fremont.

text that reads Safe Parking Program Need a Safe Place to Park Overnight

Tri-City residents living in their vehicles and interested in learning more about the City of Fremont's Safe Parking Host Site program may call 510-574-2222 or email for more information.

Church sites have opened their lots overnight and provide fellowship through a welcoming space, hot meals, clean portable bathrooms, and friendly volunteers. No RVs are permitted at this time.

Individuals or couples over 18 living in their vehicles are invited to call 510-574-2222 or email for more information.

Interested in becoming a Safe Parking Host Site?

Organizations with site control of parking lots that are public, quasi-public, or have existing assembly use permits, are highly encouraged to apply to become a host site.

For information on how to become a host site, review our Prospective Safe Parking Host Site Program Packet.

For more information on the Safe Parking Host Site Program,

please email or call 510-574-2222.

A new regional platform to keep people housed

Stay Housed Bay Area is the first regional platform of its kind—carefully curated with up-to-date, relevant information in plain language in both English and Spanish. Stay Housed Bay Area makes it easy for anyone in the Bay Area to find available resources near them. The site also makes it possible to do regional outreach about these resources for the first time.

Stay Housed Bay Area is a collaboration between All Home, One Degree, and Health Leads. For more information, visit Stay Housed Bay Area.

South County Housing Resource Center Drop-In Hours

Thursdays, 10 a.m. -12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.

Fremont Family Resource Center, Millennium Room, 39155 Liberty St., Fremont, CA

Our Homeless Services team hosts drop-in hours as a South County Housing Resource Center in the Fremont Family Resource Center. This is an opportunity for people seeking housing problem-solving support, shelter assessments, referrals, or housing assessments. For more information, call the Fremont FRC at 510-574-2000.

Affordable Housing in Fremont

In the next few years, more affordable housing is planned for Fremont. Nearly 800 new affordable rental units will become available for low-income households. To learn more, visit the City's Upcoming Units webpage.

In addition, through the City's First Time Homebuyer Program, Below Market Price (BMP) homes located in Fremont will continue to be offered for sale as they become available. To learn more and view available homes, visit the City's BMP webpage.

To receive information when these new affordable housing opportunities become available, community members can sign up for the City's Affordable Housing Interest Lists. Those who subscribe can choose to receive the information by email or SMS/text message.

For more information about affordable housing in Fremont, visit the City's Affordable Housing webpage.

Help for Energy Bills

Ava Community Energy (formerly East Bay Community Energy) has an Energy Bill Payment Assistance web page. It is designed to help you better understand what programs are available and the eligibility requirements for each. You can enroll in the program that is right for you. Visit their website to learn more.

Help on Tap — Alameda County Water District Customer Assistance Program

Help on Tap customer assistance program provides qualifying single-family residential accounts a $61.30 credit on their bi-monthly water service charge. Credit will be applied upon approval of your application. For complete information, visit their website.

Assistance for COVID-19 Related Funeral Expenses

Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA provides financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. Visit FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance for guidance and eligibility requirements and types of services funded.

Affordable Home Renovations

Renew Alameda County helps homeowners make renovations necessary to stay, grow, and thrive in their homes. Renew AC can make home improvement plans come to life - without breaking the bank. Renew AC provides 1% interest loans from $15,000 to $150,000 to qualified homeowners. Renew AC is for low-income homeowners who live in Alameda County. Visit the Renew AC website for program requirements and more information, or view the program flyer here.