FREED Center for Independent Living

01/17/2026

Our offices are closed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 19th.

01/17/2026

Last night on we heard from a college student and a recent grad about the joys and challenges of college life with a disability. Catch the replay, get transcripts and subscribe to our podcast at

Navigating the college experience

01/14/2026

Tonight on a conversation about the college experience for students with significant disabilities - the importance of choosing the right school, the right major, and getting access needs met in the classroom and beyond. Join us tonight at 6:30pm on KVMR 89.5FM & 105.1FM

01/08/2026

If you are interested in preventative health screenings, take this survey to see if you qualify for "Screenings for All" - These resources will help people with disabilities get preventive health screenings (medical tests that check for health problems before you feel sick). You can take the survey here:

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12/31/2025

Thinking about a career change for the new year? Join team FREED! We're hiring:

FREED has the following positions open: CalAIM Administrator – This full-time position is based in FREED’s business office in Grass Valley. FREED is seeking qualified candidates for the position of CalAIM Administrator. The CalAIM Administrator will work closely with and support our administrati...

12/31/2025

Our offices will be closed Wednesday December 31st and 12:00pm and all day Thursday, January 1st for the holiday. Wishing you all a safe and peaceful new year!

12/28/2025

May we all follow in Bob’s wheel tracks.

Bob Kafka was an organizer with ADAPT (American Disabled for Attendant Programs Today), a group which advocates for policy change to support people with disabilities.

12/24/2025

Our offices will be closed Thursday, December 25th and Friday, December 26th for the holiday.

12/24/2025

Stay safe out there! Here are some tips to prepare: https://youtu.be/Cmsp98a7ZG4

Video Description: Paul (white man) and Taylor (white woman) stand outside near a pile of sand, traffic passes by them in the background. Captions available.

With consecutive atmospheric rivers slated to impact our area, here is a 3-minute prep and tips update with Paul cummings, Nevada County OES and Taylor Wolfe...

12/23/2025

Help out our community partners at Nevada County Transit by taking their survey: Your feedback is key to improving local transit services, whether you currently ride the bus frequently, occasionally, or not at all. This short survey will help us identify what’s working, what needs improvement, and how we can better serve the community. The survey will remain open through December 31, 2025.

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12/11/2025

Last night on Dani Anderson and Matt Baker joined us to talk about their experiences with the Youth Leadership Forum and how this summer program for disabled youth led them to careers in advocacy and youth engagement. Catch the extended replay, get transcripts and subscribe to our podcast at

FREED’s monthly radio show and podcast airing on KVMR 89.5 FM Nevada City, California, United States. Listen live on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to…

12/10/2025

Tonight on , we are joined by two long time advocates with the Youth Leadership Forum, a program for disabled youth to inspire community and civic engagement. Tune in to learn more about how to support our next generation of advocates, at 6:30pm on KVMR 89.5FM & 105.1FM