The Fremont Family Resource Center is pleased to present its 2023-2028 Strategic Plan! After completing a thorough planning process, which included input from the community and a diverse group of stakeholders, five Strategic Directions were chosen. 

1. Optimizing Client Experience and Outcomes
2. Catalyzing Collaboration and Teamwork
3. Igniting Policy Makers’ Commitment to the FRC
4. Positioning the FRC as an Essential Service Leader
5. Securing Financial Stability

You can view the FRC 2023-2028 Strategic Plan online. We are so excited to begin implementing this plan and are looking forward the next five years.

Please join the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth in continuing your wellness learning and taking positive action for your self-care and health. They are hosting WE 2023! 55+ Wellness Expo, their first wellness event.

WE 2023! 55+ Wellness Expo

Tomorrow! Wednesday, October 25

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth

40086 Paseo Padre, Fremont

WE 2023! will have guest speakers discussing relevant health topics, community service representatives providing information, and interactive exercise program demonstrations taking place throughout the day. Flu and COVID vaccinations will be available on-site, and a $5 lunch will be available to registered participants.

Pre-registration is encouraged. Register online or 510-790-6600.

Need your Covid-19 booster, Flu Shot, or both? Attend our WE 2023!

55+ Wellness Expo and get vaccinated on Wednesday, October 25 between 9am-12pm. To book your vaccinations online.

Need help registering? Stop by the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth office or call 510-790-6600 for help.

Addressing the Impact of Opioids and other Drugs on Youth and the Community

Wednesday, November 8

Irvington High School Theater

Fremont, CA

Doors open: 5:30p.m.

Presentation: 6-7:30p.m.

Q&A: 7:30p.m. to

A panel discussion to raise awareness of the increase of opioid and other drug misuse in our community. Resources for support and treatment.

Ask questions of the expert panel. Register here. View the flyer.

Presented in partnership with Fremont Unified School District, Haller's Pharmacy, and the National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse.

Ohlone College Career Center

The Fremont Family Resource Center will be hosting the Ohlone Career Center on the fourth Thursday of each month to provide workforce entry, professional development, and other employment and income services. You can get assistance with job searches, career exploration, resume development, and more.

Thursday, October 26, 1 - 3 p.m.

Millennium Room, Building ABCD

Fremont Family Resource Center

39155 Liberty Street, Fremont

If you have questions, please call 510-742-2323. Download the flyer.

AGE WELL CENTER AT LAKE ELIZABETH

Halloween Spooktacular Dance Featuring the Canyon Band

Thursday, October 26

2 - 4 p.m.

Multipurpose Room

$5 cash only, pay at the front office

Grab your scariest or most original Halloween costume, your dancing shoes, and join us for a fun afternoon of live music and dancing. 

The Canyon Band will be providing a variety of music for you to enjoy. Register today!

Holiday Boutique by The Builders Fund

Friday, November 3

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth

40086 Paseo Padre Pkway

Fremont, CA 94538

Shop at tables filled with handmade gifts and holiday décor and browse through hidden treasures. Don’t miss the homemade baked items by the Builders Fund. Proceeds benefit the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth. The event is sponsored by the Senior Center Builders Fund.

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

AGE WELL CENTER AT SOUTH FREMONT

Halloween Flash Mob Performance

Tuesday, October 31

11:45a.m.

Multipurpose Room

Free

Join us for a haunting performance by the AWCSF International Folk Dance dancers! Bring your Halloween spirit and invite your friends for some fun. Costumes encouraged. 

Legal Assistance for Seniors 

Medicare Open Enrollment Presentation     

Thursday, Nov 2, 

Mandarin 10-11a.m.                     

English  11a.m.-12p.m.                    

Conference Room

Do you need information about Medicare Annual Enrollment Period? Presentation will cover the changes to Medicare Prescription Drug Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans in the coming year. An overview of eligibility, costs, benefits, and changes to Medicare Parts A and B will be presented. Learn about your options for supplementing Medicare and getting help with medical costs. Space is limited. Sign up now. Presentation will be conducted in English and Mandarin.

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

EMAIL Frishta Sharifi with questions about Family Caregiver Support and Education. To register for either of these.

School-Based Wellness Center Associate Mental Health Counselor

YFS is seeking full-time Post Graduate Associate Mental Health Counselors to provide school-based mental health services located at Wellness Centers in Fremont High and Middle Schools for the current 2023-2024 academic school year now through May 31, 2024. This position works four days a week at school sites and receives clinical training and supervision one day a week. Counselors report to and receive clinical supervision from a YFS Clinical Supervisor. Review the updated brochure for complete details.

Accounting Specialist I Billing Unit

Under direct supervision of the Management Analyst II, the Human Services Billing Unit Accounting Specialist I will work as part of a billing team and also across the various department divisions. This position is responsible for assisting in the billing process of our MediCal programs through the use of our new electronic health record system and other county, state, and funder-based billing systems. First review of applications will be on October 9, 2023.

For complete information, review the recruitment brochure.

Counselor Positions

The Human Services Department currently has three counselor opportunities available.

Aging and Family Services - Full-time, regular

Family Resource Center - Part-time, temporary

Youth and Family Services - Part-time, regular

As a Mental Health Counselor in the Human Services Department, incumbents will provide a full range of culturally responsive intake assessments, individual, family, and group counseling, and crisis intervention services to enhance the mental health of those in need. For complete details about all of these positions, view the recruitment brochure.

Crisis Intervention Specialists (Mental Health Response and Homeless Response/Outreach)

Currently, two positions are available within the Human Services Department, working as members of the City’s Mobile Evaluation Team (MET). The two positions will be cross-trained and work collaboratively with each other to provide complementary services to the community. Each position will have a different primary focus. Both positions will be supervised by the FRC Clinical Supervisor, who, with the MET Sergeant, will structure training and team-building opportunities for both Crisis Intervention Specialists. 

Position 1: Crisis Intervention Specialist (Mental Health Response)

Position 2: Crisis Intervention Specialist (Homelessness Response/Outreach)

Review of applications has started. Apply today.

View our recruitment brochure for complete information.

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.

Assistance for Small, Low-Income Landlords

A-1 Community Housing Services in partnership with Alameda County has launched the Alameda County Foreclosure Prevention Program for Small, Low-Income Landlords ( FPP). FPP will provide financial assistance to eligible small, low-income property owners, who are at risk of foreclosure or are in foreclosure, because of nonpayment of rents during the COVID-19 pandemic and during the period of the Alameda County Eviction Moratorium. Alameda County Small, Low-Income Property Owners can apply for up to $75,000 in assistance. 

The application portal is open through Monday, November 6. For more information and to access the application visit A-1 Community Housing Services.

South County Housing Resource Center Drop-In Hours

Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 2 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 

East Bay Community Energy has launched a set of Energy Bill Payment Assistance web pages.

They are designed to help you better understand what programs are available and the eligibility requirements. You can enroll in the program that is right for you. 

To see which program is right for you, visit their website.

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.

Opioid Overdose Responder and

Naloxone Virtual Training

Alameda Healthcare for the Homeless is providing one-hour virtual Opioid Overdose Responder and Naloxone training to those who work or reside in Alameda County. There are several dates and times available.

Instructions to pick up a Naloxone kit will be provided after you have received the training.

Visit the AHCH website for complete information and to see registration options.

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. Call FEMA's dedicated helpline at 1-844-684-6333 for instructions on applying for this assistance.

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. Simple interest is accrued annually, with total interest never to exceed 50% of the amount borrowed, and payments are deferred until the home is sold. 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.

Renew AC is administered by Alameda County and operated by Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley. All inquiries will be handled directly by Habitat staff.

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