Resources for Independent Living

06/08/2026

06/04/2026

Independence grows through everyday skills.

Our Independent Living Skills Training classes offer a space to learn, ask questions, and build confidence in daily life.

Topics include meal planning, money management, self-advocacy, health and safety, and more — practical tools that support independence one step at a time.

Learn more at www.ril-sacramento.org

06/03/2026

June is Men’s Health Month! This year’s theme, Partners in Care: Advancing Men’s Health Through Connection, Education, & Advocacy Across the Lifespan — for Better Lifespans, focuses on shared caregiving, education at every age, and the power of relationships to build healthier communities. Click the link below to learn more:
www.MensHealthMonth.org.

06/03/2026

Our Executive Director, Brandi, had a wonderful time connecting, talking, and spending time with the System Change Advocates. Thank you for your passion, dedication, and commitment to creating positive change. Keep leading the way!

06/02/2026

Do you want to help your community by getting them connected to the vital resources they need? Join our growing team! 211 Sacramento is currently hiring for our Associate Director, Coordinated Access System position.

To learn more about the position and to apply to join our team at Goodwill Industries, visit https://www.211sacramento.org/211/jobs/

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06/02/2026

06/01/2026

Join us TODAY at 5pm!

Governor Newsom’s May Revision of his proposed 2026–27 state budget was recently unveiled. The budget includes several concerning cuts to critical programs Californians with disabilities depend on. Join us for a virtual town hall with DRC’s public policy experts to learn about the latest updates to the state budget and how it may impact people with disabilities.

The town hall will explore topics such as regional center services, Medi-Cal, In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), housing, mental health, and education. There will also be a Q&A portion at the end of the town hall.

Register for this virtual town hall at the link: https://www.disabilityrightsca.org/events/Learn-About-How-the-Governors-May-Budget-Revision-Impacts-People-with-Disabilities


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05/27/2026

🔥 Fire Season is Here – Stay Prepared & Stay Informed 🔥
As temperatures rise across Sacramento and surrounding areas, wildfire season is officially upon us. Now is the time to make sure you and your family are prepared in case of emergencies, evacuations, or power outages.
📲 Sign up for local emergency alerts to receive real-time notifications about:
• Evacuations
• Wildfires
• Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS)
• Severe weather and other emergencies
Sacramento County residents can sign up through Sacramento Alert:
https://member.everbridge.net/892807736729444/login
Yolo County residents can sign up for Yolo Alert:
https://www.yolo-alert.org
Additional helpful resources:
🚒 CAL FIRE Incident Information: https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents
⚠️ PG&E Safety & Outage Alerts: https://www.pge.com/wildfiresafety
A few quick preparedness tips:
✔️ Keep phones and medical devices charged
✔️ Prepare a go-bag with medications and important documents
✔️ Make an emergency plan with family and caregivers
✔️ Check on neighbors, seniors, and people with disabilities during emergencies
Stay safe, stay prepared, and help keep our community informed this fire season. ❤️

community wildfire safety program

05/24/2026

05/19/2026

Sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to start.

Our Information & Referral program helps people connect with local resources when they have questions and are not sure what to do next.

Each year, we provide warm referrals to more than 7,000 people, connecting them to support for employment, food, health care, legal services, benefits, and more.

The right connection can make a difficult moment feel more manageable.
Learn more at www.ril-sacramento.org