When a wildfire is approaching, seconds count! Here are some items you can pack ahead of time: 📝Documents, ID, photos 💳Money 📲Phone & charger 💊​​Medication 🐈‍⬛Pet food 🔦Flashlight Listen to local evacuation alerts. Sign up at: listoscalifornia.org/alerts #ListosCalifornia

LACDMH is here to support those that have been impacted by wildfires in #LACounty. Check out our mental health tips and resources to help you during this difficult time. Emotional support is available 24/7 via our Help Line at 1-800-854-7771. #PalisadesWildfire #EatonFire

TODAY: Governor Gavin Newsom will release the budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Watch the YouTube press conference live starting at 10 AM. Watch live: youtube.com/live/tkFR3f-NA… #CAbudget

For the #CAbudget wonks looking for the full 2025-26 budget summary 🤓 ebudget.ca.gov/FullBudgetSumm…

Last chance to enter your work for the 2024 Katherine Schneider Journalism Award and the Gary Corcoran Student Prize for Excellence in Reporting on Disability. Find more info and entry links here: ncdj.org/contest/

Join us for our Ed Roberts Day Celebration, either in person or on Zoom! Date: Tues. Jan. 14 Time: 10 am - 12 pm This will be a Hybrid Event (In Person & On Zoom). Zoom Link: bit.ly/EdRoberts2025 Address: 12901 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90066 #disability#edroberts

Los Angeles County Emergency Resources FOR LA COUNTY RESIDENTS AFFECTED BY THE WILDFIRES

Thanks to Feeding America, we’ve received a generous supply of water bottles to support our consumers during these challenging times. Contact your Independent Living Specialist to request free emergency supplies. #PSPS #RollingStart #DisabilitySupport #IndependentLiving #sce

JUST RELEASED: Read our full statement on Governor Gavin Newsom Gavin Newsom FY 2025-26 State Budget Proposal cpehn.org/what-we-do-2/s…

What does the Governor Gavin Newsom's #CAbudget proposal mean for California’s communities, economy, and overall progress? Our experts will provide an overview of significant proposals and answer questions about our state’s fiscal future. ⚡ Register today! eventbrite.com/e/analyzing-go…

Two of the most devastating stories to come out of the LA fires involve disabled residents who were unable to escape. I spoke to disability advocates about how to better ensure disabled people are part of our natural disaster emergency preparedness plans. huffpost.com/entry/disabled…

Are you a renter with a disability in California and have questions about evictions? Learn about your rights in this workshop, which will cover eviction notice requirements, what to do if you receive an eviction notice, and tips for resolving or preventing these issues. This

Today is Ed Roberts Day! We also remember Zona, Ed’s mother — a fierce advocate for disability rights! Share a story with us: How has the Independent Living Movement changed your life? Did you meet Ed or Zona? #EdRobertsDay #IndependentLiving #disability #DisabilityRights

CFILC stands firmly against the politicization of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Wednesday evening's air traffic accident is a tragedy, but our disability community refuses to be made a scapegoat. Read our full statement here: facebook.com/CFILC/posts/12…

Have you had a repair or pest issue that a landlord just would not fix? This workshop will share red flags, best practices, and options for addressing an unsafe living environment while protecting your housing. We will discuss examples of habitability problems and what tenants

You're invited to Disability Rights California's open house at our new Fresno office THIS WEEK! Let's get together for light snacks and refreshments as you get to know the folks who support you at DRC. Everyone from regional center clients, families, and service providers are

TOMORROW! Join and understand your basic rights, and what steps to take for safe and habitable housing. We will discuss examples of habitability problems and what tenants can do to make sure the housing provider maintains the property and gives tenants a safe place to live.

Medicaid provides essential health care to more than 15 million Californians. Federal Medicaid funds help pay for programs like regional center services, IHSS, CCS, and special education services. Cuts to Medicaid would affect all of these programs and more.  Congress is

Today, we joined Resources For Independent Living & Disability Rights California for a town hall with Rep. Doris Matsui on the importance of federal Medicaid (Medi-Cal in CA) funding. Joe Wilson of RIL said that without Medi-Cal, he'd be in a medical institution, unable to work & live independently. #WeLoveMedicaid

We are hiring! CFILC is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and values-driven Executive Director to lead a statewide movement grounded in the Independent Living philosophy — where people with disabilities define and lead the change they seek. Job posting: cfilc.org/cfilc-executiv…