Events and Announcements
Find upcoming events and most recent announcements here or on Facebook. Feel free to contact the office at (510) 881-5743 for any questions.
Know Your Rights Workshop!
Know Your Rights! Come join a tenants' rights workshop on April 2, 2025, at CRIL! Starting at 2pm they will discuss the eviction process, local and state rent control, just cause protections, and much more!
Listening Session for residents of southern Alameda, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties!
SVILC is inviting people with disabilities and older adults in Southern Alameda, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties to share your experiences, needs, concerns, questions and ideas for how disabled people can be better served by our local government agencies in a moment where the safety and dignity of our communities are under threat.
What: Listening Session for residents of southern Alameda, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties
When: April 4th, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Where: SVILC @ 25 North 14th Street, Suite 1000, San Jose, CA 95112 and hybrid over Zoom
**Registration required: bit.ly/AccessibleFutures4th
Participants will be compensated $50.00 for their time and labor, and transportation vouchers are available.
This is the second of several listening sessions across nine Bay Area Counties that will inform the upcoming Accessible Futures Conference, scheduled for June 16 & 17 in San Francisco. The conference is designed to provide an opportunity for the Bay Area disability community to share experiences to identify needs, gaps and actions to inform a countywide agenda on disability programs and services, including transportation, housing, the environment, and other topics of priority for the community — towards shaping the future of accessibility and equity in our region.
The Accessible Futures Conference is being organized by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and the Association of Bay Area Government (ABAG).
Access: For in-person attendees, Silicon Valley Independent Living Center is wheelchair-accessible. ASL and CART will be provided upon request. Masks are required, and KN95 masks will be available, snacks and drinks will be available. Please request any additional accommodations in the registration form.
Cane Demonstrations!
Come over to CRIL on April 17th, 2025 from 2pm-4pm for a demonstration on how to properly use your cane! This event will be held by our Tri-Valley Travel Coordinator Natalie Kingsleigh and Transitions Coordinator Ralph Morales. This demonstration will be hands on and will expand your knowledge on case usage!
Elder Support Group
Come join our Transitions Coordinator Ralph Morales with his Elder Support Group on the following dates:
April 3rd, 2025
April 17th, 2025
May 1st, 2025
All of these events will take place at CRIL from 2pm-4pm. RSVP with Ralph at 510.881.5743.
New Mental Health Group At CRIL!
Are you interested in a mental health group in your community? Join CRIL every 2nd Monday of the month, starting in March, from 2:30pm-3:30pm to engage in conversations around anxiety, depression, and overall mental health encouragement.
SANDBAGS!
In need of sandbags this winter? Let’s make sure we are all prepared for the stormy weather that will arrive this season. Go down to 16 Barns Ct. Hayward Animal Shelter or contact CRIL for assistance!
Disaster Preparedness Workshops
CRIL is partnering with Listos California to spread information, provide resource, and equipment for disasters. See how you can help YOUR community prepare for these circumstances!
FOR THOSE WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENT:
Do you want to make sure those in your community are readily prepared for a natural disaster? Well, CRIL can help you by providing the resources to hold a Disaster Preparedness Workshop! Contact us at (510) 881 - 5743.
Earthquake Tips!
Download the MyShake App for earthquake warnings! Have any questions about his app? Call us at (510) 881 - 5743.
FOR THOSE WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENT:
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Ride shares such as Uber and Lyft are denying blind individuals with guide dogs and White canes rides!
Click the links below for more details on how visually impaired individuals are making a difference today!
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1724725834954063
Additionally, here is a link to information about the October 15th Uber and Lyft Protest:
Protesters Say Uber and Lyft Are Still Failing Their Blind Passengers | WIRED
COVID UPDATE
CDC Recommends New 2024-2025 COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for Fall/Winter
The CDC recommends getting the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 and flu vaccines to protect against serious illness this fall and winter.
The Food and Drug Administration approved the updated COVID-19 vaccines on August 22, 2024. The new shots will be available through your pharmacy and doctor’s office within a week.
It is safe to receive both vaccines at the same time. Vaccination is crucial to prevent severe cases that might result in hospitalization or death.
COVID-19 Vaccine:
Everyone 6 months and older should get the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine, even if you have been vaccinated before. This new vaccine will protect against the latest COVID-19 variants that are making people sick. Make a plan to get your updated COVID-19 vaccine with your pharmacy or healthcare provider today.
Flu Vaccine:
The CDC also recommends that everyone 6 months and older get the updated 2024-2025 flu vaccine. The best time to get vaccinated is in September or October, but some people may need to get it earlier:
Pregnant women in their third trimester can get the flu shot as early as July or August to protect their newborns.
Very young children who need two doses should get the first dose as soon as the vaccine is available, with the second dose given four weeks later.
