The Home Free program reunites youth with their family or legal guardian or helps them get to an alternative living arrangement (ALA), such as a community-based transitional living program, through a free bus ticket. Home Free works in collaboration with youth, parents and guardians, law enforcement, anti-trafficking organizations, social service, health care providers, and others to ensure youth who are victims of labor and sex trafficking benefit from reuniting with caring adults or getting an alternative living program.

Eligibility & Restrictions

Youth must be between the ages of 12 and 21 and self-identify as homeless, a runaway, or a victim of human trafficking. Youths must agree to complete the necessary steps to obtain a ticket through the Home Free program.

• Youth under age 18 can only return to a parent or legal guardian, which may include a non-custodial parent, sibling age 21 or older, or an extended family member, such as an aunt or uncle.
• For youth ages 18 to 21, options…

FREED offers programs and resources for seniors and people with disabilities.

Services include:

• Assisting people with making decisions about their short- or long-term care needs
• Assistance with tools and devices to support daily living including an Equipment Reuse Program, a Device Lending Library, and a Vendor Services Directory
• Making minor home repairs and modifications that support seniors and people with disabilities through the Fix It Program
• Benefits Counseling and planning to help sharpen Independent Living Skills and Youth Services
• Access to computers and the internet, a Friendly Visitors Program, advocacy, information and referral to help answer questions about disability related needs and issues
• Senior Transportation vouchers that can be used for trips on Dial-A-Ride

FREED is a Independent Living Center and a lead agency for the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC).

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Web pages

• Home - https://freed.org/

The Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) provides free services for people stuck on freeways.

It's a joint program provided by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the California Highway Patrol (CHP), and the local transportation agency. The FSP program is a free service of privately owned tow trucks that patrol designated routes on congested urban California freeways.

If you get stuck on the freeway because your automobile stops running, FSP can help. For example, FSP will:

• Offer you a gallon of gas, if you run out.
• "Jump start" your car if the battery is dead.
• Refill your radiator and tape hoses.
• Even change a flat tire.

Note: The FSP program...

• Cannot tow your vehicle to a private repair service or residence.
• Does not recommend tow service companies, repair, or body shops.
• Does not tow motorcycles.
• Does not assist vehicles that have been involved in accidents, unless directed by CHP.
• Does report any accident to the CHP.

If FSP cannot get your car going, it will be towed free …

GOGO Grandparent offers a way for seniors to order rides for groceries, prescription medications, meals, home chores and more with a simple phone call.

Services provided

• Rides
• Arrange reliable rides for seniors, 24/7. Speak to an operator or use their menu. pickups can happen within 15 minutes, or you can schedule rides for seniors in advance.
• Groceries
• Help with ordering groceries, vitamins, household supplies without an app, delivered conveniently to your door.
• Meals
• Order meals from local restaurants. They help you order gourmet meals, takeout, and food that meets your dietary needs and preferences.
• Prescriptions
• Transportation services for seniors can help you get your prescription medication delivered from your local pharmacy right to your door. Call for same-day delivery.
• Home Services
• Get connected to helpful home services. You can request any service. Landscaping, dog walking, ect. …

The California Public Utilities Commission provides a guide to 3-digit N11 phone numbers used across California for a variety of public services. 

Each number is administered by specific agencies or service providers and serves a distinct purpose.

• 211 - Community information and referral services. 211 service is provided by local community-based or government organizations that are authorized by the CPUC to use the 211 code to provide information and referrals to health and human services.
• 311 - Non-emergency governmental services. 311 service is administered by municipal governments.
• 411 - Local Directory Assistance. 411 directory assistance is provided by individual telecommunications service providers or independent providers.
• 511 - Traffic and Transportation information. The California Highway Patrol, California Department of Transportation, and local transportation agencies oversee 511 operations.
• 611 - General Customer Service. 611 service is pr…

2-1-1 offers information on resources (as they become available) for the 2025 Holiday Season.

Halloween is Friday, October 31st, 2025.

➢ Nevada City Halloween Spooktacular and Spooky Boooky Book Giveaway

• What? The County of Nevada, City of Nevada City, and Nevada City Chamber of Commerce will host a Halloween celebration across three festive locations.
• When? Friday, October 31, 2025
  • 3-5pm (event hours)
  • Free shuttle runs 3-7pm
• Where?
  • Nevada County Government Center: 950 Maidu Ave, Nevada City
    • (Trick-or-treat through County departments decorated with themed displays. Candy provided by County staff and community partners.)
  • Madelyn Helling Library: 980 Helling Way, Nevada City
    • (Sixth annual Spooky Boooky Book Giveaway with storytimes, face painting, healthy snacks, and free books for kids.)
  • Downtown Nevada City: Commercial Street and Robinson Plaza
    • (Merchants offer candy and host a window-decorating contest. Nevada City Chamber of Commerce provides music, games, and live entertainment.)

Transportation:…

Home Instead provides non-medical companionship and non-medical home care services for seniors.

• Personal Care Services - Assistance with bathing, grooming and dressing which promotes independence, keeps vital routines in place and helps people age in place with dignity.
• Enhanced Care Services - When tasks like medication reminders, glucose checks or wound care start to feel overwhelming, get personalized attention from the professionals to stay healthy.
• Meal Prep & Home Helper - Nutritious meals and a tidy space make for a comfortable home life.
• Companionship - All of us crave connection. Not only does a chat or laugh with our Care Pros bring conversation and a friend to work puzzles or play cards, it can help stave off feelings of loneliness and isolation.
• End-of-Life Care - Everyone deserves the peace that comes from having a professional see to the family’s comfort so everyone can focus on making the most of precious time together.
• Transportation - Safe transportation services keep t…

Hospitality House offers a year-round, temporary, overnight emergency shelter for homeless residents of Western Nevada County who have lived in the county for 45 days or more. ID not required.

Services available to those who are staying at the shelter include:

• Emergency shelter
• Food
• Clothing
• Showers
• Laundry
• Job training
• Customized case management
• Mental health counseling
• Enrichment classes
• Transportation
• Housing assistance

Intakes

• 7 days a week (based on availability)

Animals

• Hospitality House accepts approved pets. Contact Hospitality House or ask a 211 call agent for details of the pet policy.
  
  

Web pages

• Home - www.hhshelter.org

NOTE: 211 gets inquiries about the apartments behind Safeway. Brunswick Commons is the apartment complex on Old Tunnel Rd behind the Safeway, etc in Grass Valley. Members of the general public cannot apply for units because the complex is entirely devoted to people who are clients of Hospitality House, Turning Point, or Nevada County Behavioral Health. Peopl…

• Personal Care
• Respite Care
• Special Needs Care
• Companion Care
• Meal Prep
• Transportation
• Errands
• Light Housekeeping
• Laundry
• Toileting 
• Peri-Care
• Bathing
• Dressing
• Bed-bound Care
• Dementia Care 
• and more 

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyhc.com/

Placer Independent Resource Services (PIRS) offers free services that support independent living for people with disabilities in Placer, El Dorado, and Alpine counties.

Services include:

• Coordination of assistive technology, including computer access aids
• Peer support and independent living skills training
• Personal assistant referrals
• Application assistance for SSI, SSDI, Medi-Cal, CalFresh, IHSS, and housing-related forms
• Housing and transportation information and advocacy
• Minor home modifications and mobility aid lending (ask for Helene at 530-885-6100 x28)
• Transition support for community-based living, institutional diversion, and youth to adulthood
• Technical assistance on disability access
• Community education, outreach, and advocacy
• ADRC Options Counseling (Navigator role in Placer County)
• Older Adult Walking Club

Clarification:

PIRS does not provide:

• Group home information or referrals
• Case management
• Housing placement

PIRS does not provide additional services during Public Safety Power Shutoffs (…