| Students from the California School for the Blind recently developed a project as a way of helping unhoused neighbors in the community. The students packed over 400 hygiene kits to be distributed by organizations who provide services to the unhoused. Last week two students, along with their teachers, dropped of 100 of these hygiene kits for the Human Services Department to distribute.
We are grateful to the students for their hard work on this project. | | The Tri-City Interfaith Council is sponsoring:
Being Good Neighbors Saturday, March 16, 4- 8:30pm 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. Lean more. | | Free tax preparation service is now available through VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) 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.
New This Year: Back Tax Service is now available year-round. Customers who need to file taxes for years 2020, 2021 and 2022 can call 510-574-2026 to request an appointment. | | | Fremont Family Resource Center 39155 Liberty St, Fremont February 26 & 27 from 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 am to 4:00 pm. 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, which is scheduled on 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 flyer in English and Spanish. | | | Save a Life from Opioid Overdose Thursday, February 29, 2024 10:30-11:30 am 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 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 | Winter Relief Monitor (PSA II) - Part-time evenings from Dec 1 - April 30 | | | AGE WELL CENTER AT LAKE ELIZABETH 40086 Paseo Padre Pkway Fremont, CA 94538 | | | HICAP of Legal Assistance for Seniors (LAS) Presents: Aging in Place Tuesday, February 20 10–11am Wing B Street Side - FREE
Join HICAP for a free presentation about Aging in Place: Hiring and Working with a Caregiver. The informative presentation will review definitions of skilled care and personal care and explain available payment sources. Receive tips for success and learn how to identify care needs to safely remain in the home. Attendees will also learn the differences between hiring through an agency or other methods and be provided with resources on how to hire and maintain employment of a caregiver.
| | | 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 | | | Heartfulness Meditation Mondays 11:30am – 12:30pm Conference Room Learn how to relax and discover peace through meditation. The teaching consists of breathing affirmations, guided relaxation, and centering the mind in the area of the heart. Instructor, Dr. Sunderrajan, is trained meditation teacher and has been teaching for many years. | | | AWC Cinemas -Presented by On Lok PACE Mountains May Depart (in Mandarin) Friday, February 23 2-4pm Multipurpose Room FREE On the cusp of the capitalist explosion in China, Shen Tao has two suitors: Zhang, an aspiring entrepreneur, and his best friend Liangzi, who works in a coal mine. Shen Tao decides to marry Zhang - a man with a future. Her choice results in a life filled with hopes and disillusions. Register today!
| | | EMAIL Martha Torrez with questions about classes at the Age Well Center at South Fremont. | | | 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. | | | | 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 becoming a host site, review our Prospective Safe Parking Host Site Program Packet, email, or call 510-574-2222. | | | | 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. | | | 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.. | | | 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. 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. | | | | Help the City of Fremont turn your thoughts into action! my.fremont.gov | | | | |
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