Fremont Family Resource Center

UPDATE: The Fremont Family Resource Center (FRC) page is signing off in the new year, but this isn’t goodbye. Feel free to browse, save, or share anything meaningful to you before then. Starting in 2026, there are several ways you can keep up with the FRC.
Sign up for periodic email updates from the FRC https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/BtrFTcO
Visit the FRC on the web: https://city.fremont.gov/frc
Follow the City’s social accounts.
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City IG www.instagram.com/fremont_ca

Wish List Sponsors Needed!

This Giving Tuesday, you can make a real impact in our community by sponsoring wish list for a local family or older adult through our Giving Hope program.

When you fulfill a wish list, you’re not just giving a gift; you’re offering hope, connection, and the reminder that no one is alone during the holidays.

Sign up today.
Let’s give hope together.
Learn more: https://city.fremont.gov/givinghope

Housing Resource Center Closed on Thanksgiving

The City of Fremont Housing Resource Center In-Person Drop-In hours at the Family Resource Center will be closed on Thursday, November 27.

For the month of December, days of operation may vary to minimize additional closures. Visit our website for complete details: https://www.fremont.gov/residents/homeless-response/homeless-services

Homeless Services Needs List Updated with Online Donation Option

As the weather gets colder, our unhoused neighbors need warm clothing and essential supplies to stay safe. The City of Fremont is partnering with Bay Area Community Services (BACS) to collect donations that will be distributed through local Homeless Services programs and shared with BACS to reach those in need quickly.

Most-needed items include:
-Warm jackets and coats
-Gloves
-Sleeping Bags
-Hand and Foot Warmers
-Warm clothing

You can donate in two ways:

Shop the new Amazon Wish List to ship items directly to the Human Services Department
Drop off donations at listed locations and times on the Homeless Services Needs List

For complete information, visit our website: https://www.fremont.gov/residents/homeless-response/how-to-help

Be a Giving Hope Partner

The holidays can be a time of warmth, celebration, and connection. For many of the people we serve, they can also bring deep need.

Through our Giving Hope program, you have the opportunity to do something truly meaningful: become a holiday partner to someone in our community.

When you sponsor a client’s wish list, you’re not just giving a gift. You’re saying:
“I see you. I believe in you. We’re in this together.”

Your gift becomes a symbol of partnership, of shared hope, dignity, and the belief that everyone deserves to feel valued during the holidays.

Here’s how it works:
• You’ll receive a wish list from a client or family
• You shop with care and intention
• We deliver your gift with love and respect

Let’s make this season brighter—not through charity, but through community. Visit https://city.fremont.gov/givinghope to learn more.

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, the Housing Resource Center drop-in hours at the FRC will be from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. only. No morning drop-in hours will be held that day.

The Housing Resource Center will resume its regular hours on November 6, 2025.

Important CalFresh Update

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, CalFresh (SNAP) benefits may be delayed in November. If you have a balance on your EBT card after October 31, 2025, you can still use those funds—but no new benefits will be added until the federal government reopens. Learn more by visiting the CalFresh Frequently Asked Questions webpage: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/benefits-services/food-nutrition-services/calfresh/calfresh-frequently-asked-questions

The Fremont Family Resource Center is here for you offering connections to food assistance: https://www.fremont.gov/government/departments/human-services/fremont-family-resource-center/food-events

The Fremont Family Resource Center also provides other supportive services. Learn more at https://www.fremont.gov/government/departments/human-services/fremont-family-resource-center/frc-agencies

United Against Hate Week | October 19–25

The City of Fremont is proud to join communities across the Bay Area in standing up against hate and bias. This week is about bridging divides, fostering inclusion, and building a future rooted in fairness and justice. We’re committed to working with our community to eliminate hatred and intolerance—because everyone deserves to feel safe and respected.

Learn more how you can say no to hate in Fremont city.
https://city.fremont.gov/hatecrime

Medi-Cal coverage is changing! Do not lose your benefits!

Starting January 1, 2026, new adult applicants who are 19 years old and older without satisfactory immigration status are only eligible for restricted scope Medi-Cal, such as emergency care, pregnancy-related care, and nursing home care.

Starting July 1, 2026, most adults who are 19 years old and older without satisfactory immigration status will stop receiving full-scope routine dental services and only be eligible for emergency and urgent dental needs, such as serious tooth pain, infections, and tooth extractions.

To protect your coverage, please check your case, renew, and upload documents at https://BenefitsCal.com.

For more detailed information, please visit the DHCS website at https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Medi-Cal/Pages/changes.aspx.

October 10, 2025, is World Mental Health Day and the Fremont Family Resource Center (FFRC) would like to acknowledge the importance of mental health services for the community. The FFRC is committed to promoting mental health advocacy, awareness, and education to the community as well as providing services to families.

Learn more about mental health services provided by the FFRC and Human Services Department: https://www.fremont.gov/government/departments/human-services/mental-health-services

The FFRC also has 24 different City, County, State, and Nonprofit agencies that offers support to our local community as well. Learn more about the Fremont Family Resource Center at city.fremont.gov/frc

NAMIWalks event
This Saturday, October 4, 10 am- 1pm
Fremont Central Park
40000 Paseo Padre Pkwy in Fremont.

Registration is requested and it opens at 9:00 am; there is no fee to participate. The event is hosted by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Alameda County South and the City of Fremont is a sponsor. During the event you will learn more about free NAMI mental and community resources. Also, there will be face painting for all ages, singing by the Mission Peak Chamber Choir, and a Butterfly Release to remember those who have left us physically too soon. For more information call Joe Rose at 510-255-3903.

Our Fremont Cares story series shines a light on the experiences of our unhoused residents and the meaningful work happening to support them.

Our latest story is an inspiring journey of resilience and determination.

Accepting Support from the Community You Helped Build: https://www.fremont.gov/Home/Components/News/News/1481/