Resources
In order to live on your own with support or to have a job with support, it is a really good idea to be aware of all the different resources and programs for which you may be eligible.
Many of the links below are referred to as “generic services”, which means
that they are available to more than just people considered to have
developmental disabilities. For example, many affordable housing programs
are available to all people who are low-income -- and programs like In-Home Supportive
Services (IHSS)are available to people who are low-income, disabled and live in their own home or their family’s home.
Below are links to website’s of programs you might want to utilize. If you have questions about any of the links and the programs associated with them, contact Tom Heinz at theinz@eastbayinnovations.org.
Links to More Support
State / Government Agencies
The Department of
Rehabilitation (DOR) assists Californians with disabilities
obtain and retain employment and maximize their ability to live independently
in their communities.
The Regional Center of the East Bay supports
persons with developmental disabilities
and their families with the tools needed to achieve lives of quality
and satisfaction, and builds partnerships that result in inclusive
communities.
Social Security Administration
Supplemental Social
Security (SSI)
Home
Owner and Renter Assistance information
Dept. of Health Care Services (Medi-Cal)
Transportation Services / Discount Ride Info
AC Transit. Information on applying for Paratransit services within Alameda County.
BART. Information on disabled access and how to obtain discount “red” BART tickets and general BART access.
Wheels is a service of the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) and provides public transportation for the Tri-Valley communities of Dublin, Livermore and Pleasanton.
Regional Transit. Information on how to apply/obtain a Regional Transit Discount Card.
Phone and Energy Savings for Low-Income
PG&E"s CARE Program provides a 20 percent discount on monthly bills for qualified low or fixed income households and housing facilities. Qualifications are based on the number of people living in your home and your total annual household income.
California
Lifeline. For qualifying households, connection and monthly charges for California LifeLine service are 50% less than for basic residence service. Other than price, the service is the same service provided to all AT&T California customers. Additional discounts are available to qualifying customers who live on Tribal Lands or have a deaf or hearing impaired member of the household.
California LifeLine customers do not pay certain monthly surcharges and fees, such as the "Federal Subscriber Line Charge".
Housing Info / Sources
Housing Authority of Alameda County
City of
Berkeley Housing Authority
Low
income / affordable housing info for Emeryville
Livermore
Housing Assistance/Program Info
City of Oakland Housing Authority
Pleasanton
Rental Assistance Programs/Information
City of Richmond Housing Authority
Other Resources
The Epilepsy Foundation
Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program adventure, fitness and recreation by People with Disablities.