Sierra Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired

02/20/2026

It is still going to be cold! Please check on your neighbors if you are safely able to.

A Cold Weather Advisory has been issued for the mountains for tonight into Saturday morning. Plan ahead for another round of chilly temps by viewing your local forecast at http://weather.gov

02/20/2026

Without power? Running low on resources? Don't wait until the situation is dire to call 911, it will take a bit for the first responders to get to you. More information from FREED below...

To those without power:

If you use life-sustaining medical devices or identify as medically vulnerable, please do not wait until your situation is dire. If you are low on fuel for your generator, your backup battery is low, your core body temperature is dangerously low, and you need medical attention, dial 911 now. Please do not wait until it's too late. It may take first responders time to reach you, especially if the roads are not clear of snow or debris.

Please share this post and check on friends or family who have access and functional needs during these cold temperatures.

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Image Description: An older woman sits in a dark room, wearing an oxygen mask connected to a concentrator and a backup battery that displays “LOW BATTERY.” She is wrapped in blankets beside a lantern, with snowy trees visible outside and a thermometer reading 40°F. Text reads, “Don’t wait to dial 911,” with the FREED logo at bottom right.

02/20/2026

The office is open today!

02/19/2026

Emergency Weather Shelter Extended - 2/19 & 2/20

Emergency Weather Shelter Extended — Feb 19–20 ❄️🛏️

County staff, volunteers, and partners—including Sierra Roots, Spirit Peer Empowerment Center and law enforcement—are working around the clock to ensure our most vulnerable neighbors have a safe place to be. This coordinated effort continues both overnight and during the day, despite road conditions and outages.

The Emergency Weather Shelter has been open all week to keep our neighbors safe during freezing temperatures—and we’re extending operations for two additional nights:

Thursday, February 19 & Friday, February 20, 2026
📍 Location: Nevada City Veterans Hall (lower level) 415 N. Pine St., Nevada City
🕓 Doors open: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
🍽️ Dinner served: 5:30 PM
🐾 Pets welcome (must stay with owner and remain on leash)

Please arrive before 8:00 PM. Those who only need a meal are welcome—no overnight stay required ❤️

Want to help? Volunteer or become a meal sponsor: alice@sierraroots.org

While most County facilities are closed today due to the storm, the Commons Resource Center remains OPEN for anyone seeking respite.

Shout out to our crews and partners who, behind the scenes, are:
🚙Transporting staff and residents through treacherous conditions
🚜Clearing roads and snow from critical infrastructure like the Commons Resource Center
🤝Coordinating meals and shelter operations
👮🏻‍♀️Working continuously with partners to respond to emergencies

Remember to keep checking in with your neighbors, provide help where you can, and take care of each other.

02/19/2026

NSJ Warming Center Info

❄️ Warming Shelter Open ❄️

Due to the winter storm, our warming shelter is now open for those in need. If you or someone you know needs a safe, heated place to rest, please come by or help spread the word.

Stay safe, take care of one another, and check in on your neighbors. 💙

02/19/2026

If you're without power and running low on resources please reach out to 211. If you are experiencing an emergency please call 911.

02/19/2026

Our office is closed today, Thursday, February 19. Be safe everyone!

County administrative offices are closed, also.

02/18/2026

THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED
WED. 2/18 & THUR. 2/19 due to the weather and road conditions. Here is the latest from Nevada County OES, more snow coming! ❄️

02/17/2026

Emergency Weather Shelter Activated...

❄️ Emergency Weather Shelter Activated — Feb 16–18 ❄️

With overnight temperatures forecast at or below 32°, Sierra Roots, in partnership with Nevada County, will open the Emergency Weather Shelter for 3 nights: Monday, February 16 through Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

📍 Location:
Nevada City Vets Hall (lower level)
415 N. Pine St., Nevada City

🕓 Doors open between 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
🍽️ Dinner served at 5:30 PM
🐾 Pets welcome (must stay with owner and remain on leash)
Please arrive before 8:00 PM.

Those who only need a meal are welcome - no overnight stay required ❤️

We are deeply grateful to our local restaurant partners for supporting our neighbors during this activation, including Lola’s in the National Hotel and Miner Moe’s Pizza.

If you or someone you know needs shelter, food, healthcare, or other services:

📞 Dial 2-1-1 or 1-844-319-4119 to reach a local Connecting Point specialist.

If you are concerned about someone experiencing homelessness:
☎️ HOME Team — 530-470-2686
📧 home@nevadacountyca.gov

💛 Want to help?

Volunteer and meal sponsor opportunities are available.

Contact: alice@sierraroots.org

02/17/2026

The OFFICE IS CLOSED TODAY - SNOW DAY 2/17/26

02/17/2026

Current update ❄️