Aging and Family Services is seeking warm and compassionate volunteers to assist older adults in its Senior Peer Counseling (SPC) Program. SPC Program assists Tri-City elders, 55 years or older, facing moderate mental health issues. Trained older volunteers who understand the challenges of aging provide counseling and emotional support both in the home and our counseling offices. SPC Program serves elders facing issues such as grief and loss, family conflict, depression and anxiety, and physical changes. A licensed professional therapist supervises the program. If you are at least 50 years of age and can participate in a 36-hour training, review the flyer to learn more. |  | | Fremont Homelessness Response Plan Update: Informational Webinars The City is in the process of developing a Homelessness Response Plan to engage the community and help guide increased efforts in responding to homelessness in Fremont. The City has concluded the Community Engagement phase of the process and is now in the Plan Development phase. As part of this phase, community members are invited to attend an upcoming informational webinar to learn more about the draft plan that is being prepared and ask questions.
For more information and to register, visit fremont.gov/homelessresponseplan. |  | | Welcome home to our newest neighbors! On February 7, we celebrated the grand opening of Doug Ford Community Apartments, a brand new senior affordable housing development in the heart of Fremont's Irvington District. Built in partnership with Abode, this development includes 90 units of permanent supportive housing for seniors.
The City would like to thank everyone involved in making this project a reality! We're happy to welcome our new residents home and offer them a place to thrive in our community.
To learn about future affordable housing opportunities planned for Fremont, visit the City's Upcoming Units webpage. | | | FUN Mother's Club Presents: 20th Annual Kids Educational Expo- From Toddlers to Tweens Saturday, February 24, 2024 Kimber Hills Preschool 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 39700 Mission Blvd, Fremont The Kids' Educational Expo (formerly the Preschool and Enrichment Fair) is a Tri-City-wide event that brings together various schools and extracurricular programs designed for children ages 6 months to 12 years. All under one roof, this is a unique opportunity to research what options are available for your child for preschool and beyond in the Tri-City area. Free admission and open to the public. Learn more. | | | Citizenship Clinic at the FRC Monday, February 26 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. FRC Pacific Room 39155 Liberty St, Fremont
Pars Equality Service is hosting a Citizenship Clinic at the FRC for no cost. They will provide naturalization eligibility consultations and help with completing forms for naturalization and fee waiver applications. Registration is not required.
See flyer for details and a list of documents to bring. For questions, call 510-894-3161 or email afghansupport@parsequalitycenter.org. | | | 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- click on the position title to review the recruitment brochure: | Case Manager (Aging and Family Services) | Counselor Positions (Youth and Family Services) - Part-time, regular | | | FRC to Host Drive-Through Ballot Drop Box Fremont Family Resource Center 39155 Liberty St, Fremont February 26 & 27 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. FRC Parking Lot
A Drive-Through Ballot Drop Stop (BDS) for voters who wish to drop off their Vote-By-Mail (VBM) Ballots will be available in the Fremont Family Resource Center parking lot on Monday, February 26, and Tuesday, February 27, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Enter at the FRC driveway on Liberty Street and follow directions in the parking lot to the Ballot Drop Stop—no need to exit your car. The Ballot Drop Stop is being staffed by the Registrar of Voters Staff for the Presidential Primary Election, scheduled for March 5, 2024. | | | Tools for Change: Workshop for Parents & Caregivers of Adolescents (12-18 years old)
English Workshop: Five Tuesdays starting February 27 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Fremont Family Resource Center Pacific Room 39155 Liberty St, Fremont
Spanish Workshop Five Tuesdays starting April 9.
A free, five-week series providing support for families to help teens grow into safe and competent adults. Learn effective ways to talk to your teen and improve family relationships. Learn strategies to improve your and your child's well-being. Find solutions for delinquent behaviors. Register online. View the flyer in English and Spanish. | | | Save a Life from Opioid Overdose Thursday, February 29, 2024 10:30-11:30am Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont
Opioid overdoes is an issue that can affect individuals of all ages and background. Discover why understanding the opioid crisis and proper administration of naloxone is crucial far anyone who may encounter an opioid emergency. No registration required. Lean more. Presented in partnership with Washington Hospital and Haller's Pharmacy. | | | The Tri-City Interfaith Council is sponsoring:
Being Good Neighbors Saturday, March 16 4 - 8:30 p.m. Washington Hospital West Free to attend
The Interfaith symposium seeks to foster understanding and neighborly relationships in the Tri-City community amidst rising anti-Semitism and Islamophobia. Learn more. | | | AGE WELL CENTER AT LAKE ELIZABETH 40086 Paseo Padre Pkway Fremont, CA 94538 | | | Live Music and Dance featuring the Canyon Band Thursday, February 22 2 - 4 p.m. Multipurpose Room $5 payable at the office
Grab your dancing shoes and join the AWC for a fun afternoon of live music and dancing. The Canyon Band will be providing a variety of music for all to enjoy. Cash only. Register today! | | | 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 Monday, Feb 26 Class instruction Tuesday, Feb 27 Field Outing 9 a.m. – 12 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 bus and BART, you will learn how to plan trips, read transit schedules, pay fares, transfer between buses and BART, and travel on transit safely. Registration is required. Please call 510-574-2053 or email rideontricity@fremont.gov to register. | | | Beginner Android Smartphone Class Tuesday, February 27 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Conference Room - FREE Join this class and begin to feel confident operating the most common features on your Android smartphone. The class will cover phone basics, settings, security, camera, and the Android Play Store. Learn to download and use social media, grocery stores, and music streaming applications. Get started with the best tips and tricks! The format will be a presentation and live demonstration. Classes cover the same material monthly. Sign up for one month only. Bring your Android smartphone to class. Join today. Instructor: Ash Weerpass. | | | EMAIL Martha Torrez with questions about classes at the Age Well Center at South Fremont. | | | Free Tax Preparation Services
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is a free tax preparation program for those who made $75,000 or less last year or $90,000 or less for those aged 65 and over.
Customers can choose to make an Appointment for an In-Person Meeting with a tax preparer or use our Virtual Service where you upload your tax documents for online tax preparation. Please see our tax flyer for details. | | | 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. | | 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, clean portable bathrooms, and friendly volunteers. No RVs are permitted at this time. | | | Salaam Food Pantry in South Fremont holds monthly food distributions on the 4th Saturday of the month from 10 - 11:30 a.m., with lunch provided from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Salaam Food Pantry is located at the Islamic Center of Fremont at 4039 Irvington Avenue. Their next distribution is on February 24. Download the flyer. | | | Stay Housed Bay Area is carefully curated with up-to-date, relevant information in both English and Spanish. Stay Housed Bay Area makes it easy for anyone in the Bay Area to find available resources near them. For more information, visit Stay Housed Bay Area. | | | 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.
| | | Low-income Drivers can Save 50-75% on I-880 Express Lane Tolls: A new pilot program helps low-income travelers use the express lanes on I-880 between Milpitas and Oakland at a discounted rate. Bay Area residents can apply online or by using the paper application from the Fremont FRC. Income guidelines apply, and proof of income is required. Learn more. | | | 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. | | | 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. Learn more.. | | | 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. Learn more. | | | | Call for information about Older Adult services in the Tri-City area. | | | General Information and Access to Resources 510-574-2050 humanservicesinfo@fremont.gov | Homeless Services and Hygiene opportunities 510-574-2222 Click here to download the latest Hygiene and Meal Services Schedule. | | Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth Main Number: 510-790-6600 Recorded Information Line: 510-790-6610 | Rent Review For all rent increase questions and services: 510-733-4945 rentreview@fremont.gov | | Age Well Center at South Fremont 510-742-7540 | Ride-On Tri-City! Program (Transportation Services for Older Adults and People with Disabilities) 510-574-2053 rideontricity@fremont.gov | | Fremont Family Resource Center General Information: 510-574-2000 Click here for the most up-to-date information on FRC agencies. | Youth and Family Services General Information: 510-574-2100 yfs@fremont.gov | | | | 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for yourself or if you are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. | Guidelines for Call 911 during Mental Health Emergencies Click here to download flyer. | | Alameda County 2-1-1 888-886-9660 COVID-19 Resource Info 211alamedacounty.org/covid19 | Parenting Stress Helpline 800-829-3777 Click here to download flyer. | | Bay Area Community Health Click here for information their services. | Social Security Offices Click here for the most up to date information about Social Security Offices. | | | | | If you like to have weekly updates from the Human Services Department delivered directly to your inbox. | | | Help the City of Fremont turn your thoughts into action! my.fremont.gov | | | | |
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