Welcome to Community Resources for Independent Living
[Image description: A photo of the outside of the CRIL building on A St in Hayward, CA. It is a red building with three trees in front of it, 10 windows and a door, as well as a ramp and stairs to enter. The sky is blue and the sun is shining.
Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) is a peer-based disability resource organization that advocates and provides resources for people with disabilities to improve lives and make communities fully accessible. CRIL is also a resource for disability awareness education and training, advocacy, and technical advice.
CRIL offers independent living services at no charge to persons with disabilities and Seniors 60 + living in southern and eastern Alameda County. To become a CRIL consumer, an individual must have a disability or functional limitation and be able to benefit from independent living services. Everyone is welcome regardless of race, ethnicity, the nature of the disability or limitation, age, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression, immigration status, health condition, or any other characteristics.
Ballot Drop Stop for June 2, 2026, Direct Primary Election
Dear Community Members,
The alameda County Registrar of Voters is pleased to announce the availability of a Ballot Drop Stop service in support of the upcoming June 2, 2026, Direct Primary Election.
On Thursday, May 28th, 2026, from 10:00am-4:00pm, a special ballot drop-off location will be available at:
Location: Community Resource for Independent Living 439 A Street Hayward, CA 94541
This location will provide voters with a convenient walk-up or drive-thru option for submitting their Vote-by-Mail ballots.
This initiative is designed to enhance accessibility for all voters while encouraging greater civic participation. By offering flexible and convenient ballot return options, the Registrar of Voters aims to support increased voter turnout and strengthen community engagement in the democratic provess.
For additional information, please contact:
Community Resources for Independent Living
Phone: (510) 881-5743
Email: info@crilhayward.org
We encourage all eligible voters to take advantage of this opportunity to ensure their voices are heard.
Sincerely,
Alejandra Hacker
Interim Executive Director
CRIL is Open!
We are open Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, closed for lunch 12:30pm to 1:30pm. CRIL staff is available by appointment only. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment with one of our coordinators at:
We observe the following federal holidays:
Congratulations!
Congratulations to our Executive Director Michael Galvan for achieving his tenure! No words can describe the impact he has made to the community. CRIL has truly thrived in the years of his leadership.
An additional congratulations is to be said to Alejandra Hacker who will be progressing to the Interim Executive Director position! We wish her all the best in this time of transition.
Please read the kind words given by the President of CRIL's Board of Directors, Benjamin Chen.
Need Accessible Rides?
Looking for Wheelchair Transportation or accessible rides? Contact CRIL for more information or click the link below to view our Door-Through-Door Services.
April Awareness
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Stress Awareness Month
Focuses on mental health and stress management strategies
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Earth Month
Promotes environmental protection and climate action.
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Alcohol Awareness Month
Raises awareness about alcohol misuse and prevention.
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Autism Acceptance Month
Encourages understanding and acceptance of autistic individuals.
