How does San Francisco's safety net support more than 275,000 residents each year? On “I Left My Podcast in San Francisco,” San Francisco Human Services Agency Executive Director Trent Rhorer talks about CalFresh, Medi-Cal, the work to keep essential benefits accessible, and more! 🔗 sfhsa.org

Wondering if the new CalFresh work requirements apply to you? Visit our website to learn more: sfhsa.org/keepbenefits

Hey San Francisco! Our Department of Disability & Aging Services is proud to announce our Online Resource Directory 🙌 This directory is designed to connect older people and adults with disabilities to a wide range of services in the city. Check it out: https://das-resources.sfhsa.org

Our Mobile Benefits Center is on a roll 🚐 See if we'll be near you by checking out our website at sfhsa.org/mobilebenefits We're always updating our calendar, so if you miss us, keep an eye out for future events.

Have an EBT card or Medi-Cal? Here are some perks you should know about: -Get free diapers for your young kiddos via the SF Diaper Bank. -Get free or discounted tickets to museums/cultural institutions. -Get a free parking pass for CA state parks (for CalWORKs families). https://bit.ly/40fEYBd

As many of you know, changes to benefits eligibility are underway and already affecting San Franciscans. We’re here to help you keep your benefits. Go to our website sfhsa.org/KeepCalFresh to get more info. Please make sure you keep your contact information up-to-date with us 📲

Calling all SF nonprofits! We're seeking partners to help San Franciscans meet new work requirements and keep their CalFresh benefits. Interested in making an impact? Let’s work together! Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4eOlixf

Hey SF, One City Day is almost here! We will be teaming up with the Disability Cultural Center to bring you a 504 Walking/Rolling Tour and our Mobile Benefits Center. Learn more and sign up at: https://www.mobilize.us/onecityday/event/963100/

Calling all San Francisco nonprofits! We're looking for partners to help San Franciscans meet new work requirements and keep their CalFresh benefits. Interested in making an impact? Let’s work together! Learn more at: bit.ly/4eOlixf

San Francisco is coming together for One City Day on July 11! Volunteers will support neighborhoods through projects led by city departments, nonprofits, and community partners. Learn more and sign up to volunteer at: https://www.mobilize.us/onecityday/

Starting today, there are new federal rules for some people who receive CalFresh. To keep getting your benefits, you may need to participate in work-related activities when you apply for or renew your CalFresh. Please share this with your community: sfhsa.org/KeepCalFresh.

Centering the community’s needs is central to our mission. Our Mobile Benefits Center’s location and schedule will be guided by bookings from community-based organizations and other local partners. If you’re a local organization and want to book our vehicle, visit SFHSA.org/MobileBenefits

Great news for college students! Starting June 1, more students who are pursuing an associate's degree or bachelor's degree at a Community College, CSU, or UC may be eligible for CalFresh. Mark your calendars, apply for CalFresh, and let us help you get connected to food resources.

Hey San Francisco, some CalFresh changes are coming up: starting June 1st, there will be new work requirements for some CalFresh recipients. We're here to help! Visit sfhsa.org/BenefitChanges for more info.

We’re launching our Mobile Benefits Center! 🎉This new benefits hub on wheels brings food assistance, cash aid, job services, and access to health insurance through Medi-Cal, directly to San Francisco neighborhoods. Learn more at: SFHSA.org/MobileBenefits

Applications are open for Brightwell West, a new affordable housing coming to the heart of San Francisco! Brightwell West will include 75 affordable homes with lottery priority for SFUSD and San Francisco Community College District employees. housing.sfgov.org/listings/a0W...

What’s changing with CalFresh? We asked Carrie, one of our eligibility experts, to explain the changes coming up.

In SF, there are organizations and programs dedicated to helping older adults feel more comfortable using technology. One example is SF Connected, a program we're proud to fund, which offers free digital literacy classes to older people and adults with disabilities. www.sfgate.com/senior-livin...

Classes bridge technology gap for older adults in the Bay Area

Bay Area organizations and programs dedicated to helping older adults feel more comfortable using technology offer classes in AI tools, email basics, online safety and using rideshare apps.

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Yesterday, during Alice Wong’s Celebration of Life, Supervisor Mahmood shared the Board of Supervisor’s proclamation declaring March 27 as Alice Wong Day.

With even more heat in the forecast today and this weekend for many, be sure you are taking care of yourself and your neighbors. Check your local forecast at weather.gov.

Heat can affect anyone, but some groups are more at risk. Check on loved ones, neighbors, people with chronic conditions, those over 65, and those who work or exercise outdoors. 🌡️ Stay safe during this wave of hot weather. 🥵 #sfdph @sfgov.sf.gov #heatwave #hightempsafety

Heads up SF! Our 1235 Mission St. office is closing soon and we'll be opening a new office at 1460 Mission St. 📅 March 20: 1235 Mission St. office will close permanently at 5pm ⚠️ March 23: 1235 Mission St. & 1460 Mission St. offices will be closed 👋 March 24: 1460 Mission St. office opens at 8am

We know the application process for CalFresh can be confusing, but we're here for you. If you feel stuck or have any questions, give us a call at 855-355-5757, visit our website at sfhsa.org, or stop by one of our offices in SF.

Friendly reminder: If you still haven't used all the funds on your GiveCard Emergency Grocery Card, you have until March 31 to do so; if you have any questions, visit our website at SFHSA.org

We’re excited to share that our 1235 Mission Street service center will be relocating two blocks away to a new, improved space at 1460 Mission Street 🎉 This move supports our ongoing effort to enhance the experience for everyone who visits us. Key dates 👇

At a Mission senior housing community, women in their 90s gather weekly to read 1,000-year-old Chinese poetry in Cantonese. Many immigrated to care for grandchildren. Now they face aging and loneliness through Tang and Song verse. missionlocal.org/2026/02/sf-c...

At S.F. senior home, 100-year-old students meet 1,000-year-old poems

The Bethany Center, a Mission District senior housing complex, is an unexpected haven for Cantonese-speaking fans of Tang dynasty poetry.

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Everyone deserves to age with dignity and in their community. But it can sometimes be challenging to find connection and resources that can help. Here at San Francisco, our Dept. of Disability & Aging Services is here to help, contact our DAS Hub to learn more: www.sfhsa.org/contact-us/l...

The New York Times@nytimes.com · 8mo ago

Aging happily at home takes more than money. Five resilient seniors share how community and knowing when to ask for help are just as important as finances. nyti.ms/4tMIMZ4

Three days until the big game! Let's check in on how prepared you are. Have you: ☑️ Opted in to local emergency alerts? ☑️ Visited sf.gov/SuperBowl to plan your weekend? ☑️ Planned for road closures, traffic delays, limited parking, and large crowds? Don't wait to get #ReadySF!

San Francisco is ready for 🏈 Super Bowl LX week and is proud of the city teams making it happen. Our workforce is coordinated, prepared, and excited to welcome visitors from around the world. 🌉 Welcome to @sfgov.sf.gov. Let's GO! 💯 Learn more at www.sf.gov/super-bowl-l... #CityTeamsSF #SBLX #SF