Fremont issues its 10,000th Senior Clipper Card!

Clipper is the all-in-one transit fare payment card that is accepted on all Bay Area transit systems. Individuals who are 65 and older can receive reduced fares and access to discount passes by getting a Senior Clipper card. Older adults can get a Senior Clipper card on the spot. Ride-On Tri-City! also provides free travel training to help seniors learn how to ride buses and BART, including how to use their Clipper cards. 

Senior Clipper cards can be obtained in person with a completed Senior Clipper Card application and proof of age required at:

City of Fremont Human Service Department

3300 Capitol Avenue, Building B

Fremont, CA 94538

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

*Picture of Jumei Hu

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:

Chef/Food Services Manager

Case Manager (Aging and Family Services)

Counselor Positions (Youth and Family Services) - Part-time, regular

Mobile Hygiene Unit Operator (PSA II)

School-Based Wellness Center Associate Mental Health Counselor

Age-Friendly Fremont Survey

In 2019, the City of Fremont established its first Age-Friendly Action Plan for 2020-2025. An Age-Friendly City is a livable city for everyone. Older adults should feel safe, healthy, and happy living in Fremont. Aging and Family Services is in the process of updating this plan for the next five years. One of the first steps is to survey the community about its feelings regarding what it’s like to age in Fremont and better understand the concerns and needs of older adults in the community. Learn more and take the survey.

Senior Peer Counselors Needed

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. 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.  

Info Sessions and Application Assistance Workshops

Interested in attending Ohlone College but need help figuring out where to start? Join live on Zoom or in person at one of the in-person options. Ohlone staff will walk you through the application process step-by-step and get you ready for the spring semester! Learn more.

City Seeks Input for NEW Community Center at Central Park



Plans for a new multi-use community center at Central Park are underway, and the City wants your input.

City Council adopted a Parks and Recreation Master Plan in 2022 which identified a new community center as a top priority. The $40M project will act as a social hub at Central Park, featuring expansive views of the lake and hills. Included will be a large event space; rooms for exercise, dancing, and learning; outdoor plazas; and parking. An adjoining gymnasium will be constructed when additional funding is secured.

The planning phase is in progress and the City is seeking community input as the building and site are defined. Learn more.

AGE WELL CENTER AT LAKE ELIZABETH

40086 Paseo Padre Pkway

Fremont, CA 94538

Live Music and Dance featuring the Canyon Band

Thursday, March 28

2 - 4 p.m., Multipurpose Room

$5 payable at the front desk



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

Bingo Presented by Carlton Senior Living

Wednesday, March 20

1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Multipurpose Room

Join this free fun-filled event. Winners will receive prizes. Bring your friends and family and have a fantastic time! Space is limited. Please register today!

AWCSF Cinemas 

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (in Hindi)

Brought to you by On Lok PACE Program

Friday, March 22

1:10 - 4 p.m., Multipurpose Room FREE

The movie narrates the tale of an affluent Indian family encountering challenges and conflicts due to their adopted son's marriage to a girl from a middle-class background. Eventually, the younger son sets out on a quest to bring the family back together. Register today! Language: Hindi

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, which allows you to 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.

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.

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 March 23. 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.

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