Resources for Independence Central Valley

Resources for Independence Central Valley As a hub for independent living services and disability resources, RICV provides a foundation of core

We were honored to host a special visit from leadership and local partners from the California Department of Rehabilitat...
04/24/2026

We were honored to host a special visit from leadership and local partners from the California Department of Rehabilitation. It was a meaningful day of dialogue as our RICV team sat down with DOR representatives to share the heartbeat of the work we do every day. A big thank you to the DOR for taking the time to listen and learn how we connect with our consumers!

04/23/2026

Voting is a basic right, but for many people with disabilities it’s often not accessible. Barriers like inaccessible polling places, lack of transportation, and strict ID rules can make it harder to register and vote. Now, Congress is considering bills that could make these barriers even worse. These decisions could impact millions of voters with disabilities.

Take action now and tell Congress to protect voting rights for people with disabilities: https://bit.ly/489Qp2L

Interested in learning more about disability advocacy and would like to get involved?! Join our Community Organizer, Reb...
04/22/2026

Interested in learning more about disability advocacy and would like to get involved?! Join our Community Organizer, Rebecca Donabed, at the upcoming Disability Advocacy Team Meeting starting May 7th at 1:30pm - 3pm. Meetings will be held every first and third Thursday of the month.

Link to Join:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82198644639

04/22/2026

Career & Internship Fair!
Come chat with our incredible HHSA Recruitment Team and learn more about the careers and internships available at Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency.

💚 Fresno State University Social Work and Human Services Career and Internship Fair
📍 Fresno State University-Dining Hall-East Room
📅 Thursday, April 23rd
⏰ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

04/22/2026

Many Californians rely on emotional support animals and/or service animals to assist them with their disability related needs. Unfortunately, many tenants and landlords are unaware of the laws and regulations governing these assistance animals. On Tuesday, April 28 from 1 to 2 p.m., join Disability Rights California for a free webinar, Know Your Rights: Support Animals in Housing. In this session, attendees will discuss Californians’ rights to have assistance animals in their homes because of their disabilities. Spanish interpretation will be offered. Click the link below to register:
https://bit.ly/4834O0z.

04/20/2026

Aging and Disability Coalition
GUBERNATORIAL LISTENING TOWN HALL
Friday April 24, 2026
AGING & DISABILITY COALITION INVITES YOU TO 10:00AM to 11:30AM (PT)
Virtual via Zoom
The Aging and Disability Coalition (ADC), invites you to a Non-Partisan Gubernatorial Listening Town Hall on Aging and Disability. We are creating a space for older adults and people with disabilities to share their lived experiences and priorities. California’s gubernatorial candidates and/or their staff will have the opportunity to ask questions of our panel.

LISTEN, LEARN, AND ENGAGE WITH COMMUNITY MEMBERS WHOSE LIVES ARE DIRECTLY IMPACTED BY STATE POLICIES RELATED TO AGING, DISABILITY, CAREGIVING, AND LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS.
Registration Link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Udx59urTias7ljI8YsRwg

Check out the services offered by the Portable Backup Battery Program to help you prepare for the next PSPS event. Feel ...
04/15/2026

Check out the services offered by the Portable Backup Battery Program to help you prepare for the next PSPS event. Feel free to call: (559) 221-2330 with questions.

04/14/2026

April is Sexual Violence Awareness Month.

Sexual violence and homelessness are deeply connected. For many, experiences of sexual violence are a direct cause of housing instability. At the same time, people experiencing homelessness are at increased risk of violence, especially when unsheltered.

Survivors often face barriers to safety, stability, and healing, making it critical that our systems respond with trauma-informed, survivor-centered care.

At the Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care, we are committed to supporting pathways to safety, housing, and long-term stability.

04/14/2026

Facing an eviction (Unlawful Detainer)? FMCoC Member Central California Legal Services offers self-help assistance to help tenants and landlords understand the process and complete required court forms.

This Unlawful Detainer eviction clinic provides guidance on navigating the eviction process and preparing documentation. Sessions are offered weekly at the Fresno County Superior Court. See flyer for details.

Calling all veterans! Our partners at Central California Legal Services have partnered with the VA's Veterans Justice Ou...
04/14/2026

Calling all veterans! Our partners at Central California Legal Services have partnered with the VA's Veterans Justice Outreach Program to host the first Veterans' Law Day. Veterans' Law Day will be a full day of Know Your Rights presentations & legal services intakes for the veteran community at the VA hospital in Fresno this Thursday, April 16th. Please share with your community!

Interested in expanding your cooking skills in community?! Join the upcoming virtual cooking class with WRIL Specialist,...
04/13/2026

Interested in expanding your cooking skills in community?! Join the upcoming virtual cooking class with WRIL Specialist, Leah Rossi. She will be demonstrating how to make baked shredded chicken tacos and strawberry shortcake cups.

To access the Zoom class, click on the following link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87083828681?pwd=a1B1TGdXUmNBYUJrVFAyZVlyNDZHUT09

Meeting ID: 870 8382 8681

Passcode: Cook!

Got questions? Reach out to Leah at: lrossi@ricv.org or call our general line at: (559) 221-2330.

Join us at the next Peer Support Group at our Fresno office next Wednesday, 4/15 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm. Topic: How to Set B...
04/10/2026

Join us at the next Peer Support Group at our Fresno office next Wednesday, 4/15 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm. Topic: How to Set Boundaries. We hope to see you there!!

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3636 N First St-# 101
Fresno, CA
93726

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12:30pm
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Empowering Independence. Improving Lives.

As a hub for independent living services and disability resources, RICV provides a foundation of core consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability and person-focused programs and assistance. Established in 1976 to empower the independence and improve the lives of people with disabilities in Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, and Tulare Counties, RICV offers the guidance and tools to assist persons with disabilities in achieving their own vision of what independence means for them.

Our programs and services offer expanded choices, opportunities and options--empowering persons with disabilities to live independently and be in control of their lives. RICV helps people get the skills necessary to become self-advocates so they can enjoy life and work in their community.

With a strong base of education, leadership and community partnerships, we advocate for inclusive communities where people with disabilities are valued equally and can participate fully.

Visit our website, www.ricv.org for more specific information on our programs and services, connect with our team, explore resources, and support our efforts.