 |  | | Final Issue of the Human Services Department Newsletter
Over the past three years, the City of Fremont Human Services Newsletter has provided valuable information about the services and programs available to the community in a safe and accessible manner. What started during the pandemic as a reliable email source providing timely updates about community services, then morphed into an official newsletter format in January 2021.
Today, we are writing to share that we are retiring this weekly newsletter. As a valued subscriber, your email address will automatically be transferred to our monthly FRC Update newsletter email list, so you continue receiving information that keeps you connected to the community. If you already receive the FRC Update in your email inbox, no worries, you'll only receive one copy in your In Box.
However, if you don't want to receive the FRC Update, simply unsubscribe by using the link at the bottom of this email by October 14, 2024. If you change your mind in the future, you can unsubscribe at any time directly from the FRC Update, giving you full control to edit your subscription. The FRC Update will be emailed once a month. It provides all the information you love with fewer emails. The Human Services Department values your support and readership. We are excited to continue sharing important information in the FRC Update newsletter. Thank you for being a subscriber to our news and information!
For those interested in keeping up with everything Fremont, you can sign up for the City's weekly digital newsletter, The Fremont Connection, here. |  | | Donate to Help Keep Our Unhoused Neighbors Safe and Warm As the weather turns colder, the needs of our unhoused neighbors shift. The City is continuing our partnership with Bay Area Community Services (BACS) and asking the community to donate essential items to help our unhoused neighbors stay safe and warm during these colder months. Donated items will be distributed through City programs and services, such as the Safe Parking Program and the Housing Resource Center. Items will also be shared with BACS to ensure they get to those who need them as quickly as possible. An updated Homeless Services Needs List is available for those interested in donating items. The items most needed are the following: · T-shirts · Jackets/Coats · Sweatpants · Sweaters · Undergarments · Socks All clothing items should be in adult sizes from small to XXXL. Drop-off locations and hours are listed on the Homeless Services Needs List. No appointment is necessary. If you have questions, please contact Paula Manczuk-Hannay in the City's Human Services Department at 510-574-2088 or by email. Every donation, no matter how small, can help ensure that our neighbors have the essential items they need to stay safe during the cold weather. If you have already donated items or plan to do so, thank you for your support and for giving back! For other ways you can help, including making a monetary donation online, please visit the City's How to Help webpage. |  | | | Saturday, October 12, 2024 - Last day to buy tickets
You are invited to the 25th anniversary of the Fremont Family Resource Center (FRC) Supporter Reception, celebrating our success as a welcoming and innovative family support and service delivery model.
When you purchase a ticket for the Supporter Reception, you're not just investing in a memorable evening but also a worthy cause!
The evening promises scrumptious hors-d'oeuvres with beer, wine, and soft drinks. Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers will provide entertainment. This is a unique opportunity to network with other supporters and learn more about the FRC Collaborate. Finally, you'll enjoy reserved seating in the public portion of the program. Tickets for the Supporter Reception are only $100, offering a delightful and enriching experience.
Doors open to ticket holders: 5:00 p.m. Private Reception, music, and Networking: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Doors open for public seating: 6:45 p.m. Public Program (Free): 7:00 p.m. For more information about the FRC's partners and services, the event, and to purchase tickets visit our website. | | | Free Green Card and Citizenship Clinic October 28, 2024 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fremont Family Resource Center 39155 Liberty St. Pacific Conference Room #H800 Fremont, CA 94538 Walk-ins Welcome
Pars Equality Center will be providing free naturalization eligibility consultations and form-filling assistance for naturalization, green card renewal, and fee waiver applications.
What to Bring for Citizenship: - Green Card, Social Security Card, Passport(s)
- Job History and Home Addresses for the Last Five years
- List of Trips abroad in the Last Five Years
- Family information for Spouses (current and former) and Children
- Arrest records, if arrested and/or cited
- To Apply for a Fee Waiver or Reduced Fee (Latest Tax Return or bring
- Verification of Benefits Showing Public Benefits (Medi-Cal/Cal Fresh)
For more information, call 510-894-3161 or email fremontpars@parsequalitycenter.org
Information in SPANISH | | | Alameda County Mental Health Services Community Input Survey
Available in four languages:
ENGLISH - SPANISH - CHINESE - VIETNAMESE
The Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Program in Alameda County focuses on reducing seven adverse outcomes that may result from untreated mental illness: suicide, incarceration, school failure or dropout, unemployment, prolonged suffering homelessness, and removal of children from their home.
This survey will inform Alameda County's funding for MHSA prevention services to align with Proposition -1 Behavioral Health Services Act funding. For questions, please email MHSA.
For more information visit the Alameda County Mental Health Service Act website.
Click here to take the survey. | | | Wellness, Self-Care, and Health - Wellness Expo 2024!
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy. Fremont, CA 94538
Wellness Expo (WE 2024) highlights include community resource representatives, interactive exercise demonstrations, health screenings, and vaccinations. Participate in a free demonstration and try something new like African Dance, Tai Chi, or Yoga! Lake Side Cafe's Chef Marc will share healthy recipes, nutrition tips, and food samples.
Over 300 older adults participated in last year's WE 2023 and the City anticipates this year's event will draw even more enthusiasm.
A $7 lunch will be available for registered participants.
Register today for WE 2024 by calling 510-790-6600, or visiting city.fremont.gov/WE2024 | | Join the FRC's VITA Volunteer Program
The FRC is currently seeking volunteers for various roles within our organization: - tax preparers
- greeters
- schedulers
- in-take specialists
- translators (Spanish, Chinese, Dari, Punjabi, and American Sign Language)
For 22 years, the Fremont Family Resource Center's (FRC) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program has positively impacted our community by providing free tax preparation services to income-eligible individuals and families.
Volunteers at the FRC enjoy the flexibility of choosing their hours, with work primarily performed on nights and weekends.
No prior experience is required! The FRC provides comprehensive training for all positions, preparing you to make a difference in our community! For more information, please email the VITA team. Stay tuned for VITA updates, Zoom VITA information meetings, and more! | | | The Workforce Training Resource
Discover Opportunities for Post-Secondary Education Outside a Four-Year Degree.
With school back in session, high schools across the Bay Area are hosting College/Career Fairs for students ready for the next phase of their lives. A four-year degree is valuable, but considering the cost and time commitment, not everyone is interested in a traditional university path. For students not attending a four-year university, how can we prevent them from falling into low-skilled, low-wage jobs?
The City of Fremont Human Services Department developed the Workforce Training Resource (WTR) as a free tool for the community. The WTR offers a wide range of low-cost/free, short-term, post-secondary training and educational opportunities throughout the Bay Area, including Adult Regional Occupational Programs, Pre-Apprenticeships, Apprenticeships, nonprofit-sponsored certificate programs, and California Community College Career Education Certificates, among others. The site also includes links to financial aid, resources for entrepreneurs, Bay Area growth industries, salary data, and Labor Market Information.
The WTR is the gateway to diverse local, low-cost, and free training programs.
Please visit our website to learn more about the programs available in the Bay Area. | | | Volunteers Needed - Safe Parking Host Site Program - Support Fremont's Unhoused Community
The Safe Parking Host Site Program needs dedicated volunteers to administer services to our unhoused community members living in their vehicles.
The City of Fremont Human Services Department launched the Safe Parking Host Site Program (SPHS) to respond to the increase in vehicular homelessness. SPHS is one of many programs the Fremont City Council adopted to help address homelessness in Fremont. The program is designed as a safe, transitional space for individuals living in their vehicles.
Training is Provided to all Volunteers
Volunteers assist with hospitality: - Daily participant check-ins and check-outs at the host site parking lots
- Delivering food
- Coordinating evening activities
Volunteers may also provide additional support: - Providing haircuts or manicures
- Setting up activities like movie or game nights
- Editing resumes
- Collecting gas gift cards for Safe Parkers
Volunteers do not stay overnight.
To volunteer or to learn more about the Safe Parking Host Site Program, please email us or call 510-574-2222. | | | Human Services Is Hiring
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, enhance neighborhoods, and foster 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. | | | Salaam Food Pantry in South Fremont holds monthly food distributions on the fourth 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 October 20, 2024. Download the flyer. | | | The Housing Resource Center (HRC)
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 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." | | | California Dream for All Program: The California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) launched another round of funding for the California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program, a down payment assistance program for first-time homebuyers to be used in conjunction with the Dream For All Conventional first mortgage for down payment and/or closing costs. Learn more. | | | 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. | | | 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. | | | Affordable Housing in Fremont: In the next few years, more affordable housing is planned for Fremont. Nearly 750 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 $63.75 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 $200,000 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
| | 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: 510-574-2082 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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