See below for info about service animals and emotional support animals. There is no official registry for service animals or emotional support animals, but some businesses, etc may request a letter explaining why an emotional support animal is needed.

Service Animals are:

• Dogs
• Any breed and any size of dog
• Trained to perform a task directly related to a person’s disability

Service animals are not:

• Required to be certified or go through a professional training program
• Required to wear a vest or other ID that indicates they’re a service dog
• Emotional support or comfort dogs, because providing emotional support or comfort is not a task related to a person’s disability

Emotional Support Animals (ESAs), also known as Comfort Animals, have no specific legal definition and there is no official registry for ESAs. Individuals who travel with emotional support animals or psychiatric service animals may need to provide specific documentation to establish that they have a disability and th… [read more]

Administers the federal Social Security Program and assists clients applying for retirement, survivors benefits, disability, Supplementary Security Income (SSI), and Medicare benefits.

--------------------------------------------

During COVID-19: Services are available by phone (866-931-6087) or online at www.ssa.gov/onlineservices. SSA office is only providing limited, dire need, in-person services by appointment only. Call the SSA office to see whether your service needs can be met over the phone or if you'll need assistance in person.

Over the phone services can include applications for Disability, Retirement, and SSI. Prepare to provide your Social Security number as that may be needed.

Websites:

• Access SSA services online - www.ssa.gov/onlineservices
• Find nearby locations - https://www.ssofficelocation.com/auburn-social-security-office-so66

Offers social security card replacements through online application process. Available for United States citizens age 18 or older with a U.S. mailing address who are not requesting name or other changes and have a driver's license or state-issued identification card. New or corrected cards must be requested via mail or in person.

Visit www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ for instructions.

--------------------------------------------

During COVID-19: Services are available by phone (866-931-6087) or online at www.ssa.gov/onlineservices. SSA office is only providing limited, dire need, in-person services by appointment only. Call the SSA office to see whether your service needs can be met over the phone or if you'll need assistance in person.

Over the phone services can include applications for Disability, Retirement, and SSI. Prepare to provide your Social Security number as that may be needed.

Websites:

• Social Security cards - https://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/
• Access SSA services online - www…

[read more]

If you have a disability, Student Accessibility Services (SAS) offers a wide variety of services to support your needs and enhance your educational experience at Sierra College.

Accessibility maps are available for locations such as:

• Rocklin Campus
• Nevada County Campus
• Tahoe-Truckee Campus
• Roseville

SAS Services Offered

• Individualized academic, disability, and vocational counseling and advocacy
• Priority registration
• Academic accommodations/adjustments and support services
  • Accommodation Certification Forms can be completed for extra time on exams or a note-taker
• Alternate media and assistive technology
  • Call (916) 660-7212 for more information on specialized software and hardware
  • Assistive software and support include:
    • Scan/Read programs for learning/visual disabilities
    • Screen Readers
    • Magnification
    • Speech Recognition
    • Writing Development and Organization
    • Notetaking Solutions
  • Assistive hardware includes: 
    • Braille embosser
    • Tactile image enhancer
    • Cl…

[read more]

Offers cash assistance to individuals who are aged, blind, or disabled and have little or no income. Provides cash to meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter.

--------------------------------------------

During COVID-19: Services are available by phone (866-931-6087) or online at www.ssa.gov/onlineservices. SSA office is only providing limited, dire need, in-person services by appointment only. Call the SSA office to see whether your service needs can be met over the phone or if you'll need assistance in person.

Over the phone services can include applications for Disability, Retirement, and SSI. Prepare to provide your Social Security number as that may be needed.

Websites:

• Access SSA services online - www.ssa.gov/onlineservices
• Find nearby locations - https://www.ssofficelocation.com/auburn-social-security-office-so66

This resource is eligible for electronic referral. The FREED Telephone Reassurance program is for anyone feeling lonely or isolated in Nevada County. A phone bank of volunteers makes phone calls Monday - Friday to check-in, chat, and socialize. Individuals who would like to receive telephone calls can choose to receive calls from one day a week up to 5 days a week. https://freed.org/services/independent-living/phone-reassurance/
 
The FREED Friendly Visitor program is not conducting in-person visits due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, volunteers are still being matched one-on-one for individuals who prefer to have a friendly phone visit from the same volunteer on a regular basis. https://freed.org/services/independent-living/friendly-visitor-program/
 
Due to factors such as a lack of transportation or community inaccessibility, many seniors and people with disabilities go through prolonged periods of social isolation and loneliness. People who have disabilitie… [read more]

The Transition Partnership Program (TPP) is a statewide vocational, education and work placement program.

TPP builds partnerships between local education agencies and the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR).

TPP provides students with disabilities, and other impediments to employment, the tools and support necessary to successfully transition from high school to post-secondary education or competitive employment.

TPP Services may include:

• Career Exploration
• Employment Skills Training
• Drivers Education
• Poste-Secondary Planning
• Work Portfolio Development
• Work Experience Opportunities
• Job Search
• Post-graduation Transition Support

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Enrolled in a high school in Placer County
• Have a documented disability that is an impediment to employment

The MIND Institute is an international, multidisciplinary Research Center, Assessment Clinic and Resource Center striving to understand the causes and develop better treatments and ultimately cures for Neurodevelopmental disorders.

The research conducted at the MIND Institute focuses on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Fragile X Syndrome and 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome.

The MIND Institute is classified as one of 15 Intellectual and Developmental Disability Research Centers (IDDRC) in the Nation. The research conducted at the MIND Institute will help develop future directions for treatment strategies and approaches.

The MIND Institute features an on-site Resource Center that is open to the public Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm.

The center offers the community an opportunity to speak with representatives about healthcare and school navigation, transition and IEP services, and support groups.

The center also has various information on a w… [read more]

Home page - usa.gov
US Government Services and Information - https://www.usa.gov/#tpcs

Call USA.gov at 1-844-USA-GOV1 (1-844-872-4681) to ask any question about the U.S. government for free. They'll get you the answer or tell you where to find it. They are open from 5am to 5pm Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, except federal holidays.

• About the United States - Have a question about the USA? Learn where to find answers to the most requested facts about the United States of America.
• Benefits, Grants, Loans - Learn about government programs that provide financial help for individuals and organizations. Includes info on getting help with paying bills, https://www.usa.gov/help-with-bills
• Consumer Issues - Learn how to be a safe consumer, what to do when a purchase or service goes wrong, and more.
• COVID-19 - Learn about the types of assistance the federal government offers people and businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Disability Services - Find information for people w…

[read more]

The Veterans Service Office is part of the Human Services Division (one of six Divisions) of the County of Placer Health & Human Services Department.

The office promotes the interest and welfare of veterans, their dependents, and their survivors by enhancing their quality of life through counseling, education, benefits assistance, and advocacy.

The office connects Veterans to their benefits by assisting in their interactions with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and hopes to make easier the process of applying for benefits like Veterans Health Care and Veterans Pension. Any Veteran, or any Veteran's family member, is encouraged to visit the office if they're interested in applying for their benefits.