Resource of the Week

 

Tenderloin Technology Lab

http://www.tenderlointechnologylab.org/ 

The Tenderloin Technology Lab provides residents of the Tenderloin and other nonprofits with important technology and vocational skills that increase opportunities for employment, access to essential community resources, and connections with family and friends.

Established in 2008, the Tenderloin Technology Lab (TTL) formed as a partnership between St. Anthony Foundation and San Francisco Network Ministries to promote technology training and access to residents of the Tenderloin. 

The TTL is a state-of-the-art technology training center with 38 computer work-stations; a wide range of basic, intermediate, and advanced computer classes; one-on-one vocational counseling and technology training; computer repair sessions, and other special events.

On the site you will find a calendar of classes, events and volunteer information

Resource of the Week

 

Medicare and Medicaid Fact Sheet
http://www.medicare.gov/publications/pubs/pdf/11306.pdf

This simple fact sheet explains the differences between Medicare and Medicaid, who is eligible, what the programs cover, and  the steps required for getting coverage. This sheet provides a great quick reference for any basic questions someone may have on the topics of Medicare and Medicaid.

Resource of the Week

Long-term Care, Supports, and Services Competency Model

http://www.careeronestop.org/competencymodel/pyramid.aspx?LTC=Y

Employment and Training Administration (ETA) has worked with technical and subject matter experts from education, business, and industry to develop a comprehensive competency model for the Long-term Care, Supports, and Services (LTCSS) Industry. The model is designed as a resource supporting workforce development efforts to prepare the workers who make it possible for the aging population and those with disabilities to live their lives with independence and dignity.

Resource of the Week

Fast Facts and Figures about Social Security
http://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/chartbooks/fast_facts/index.html

An annual publication featuring compiled information, graphs and visuals about Social Security to answer commonly asked questions. Fast Facts & Figures answers the most frequently asked questions about the programs SSA administers. It highlights basic program data for the Social Security (retirement, survivors, and disability) and Supplemental Security Income programs.

Free Event

You are Invited! Ed Roberts Campus Open House

We have been anxiously and excitedly anticipating the opening of the new Ed Roberts Campus (ERC) in Berkeley and happy to pass on an invitation that we received from the Accessible Technology Coalition for the ERC Open House!

  

Saturday, April 9, 2011
Ribbon-cutting 1:00 pm
Open House and Refreshments 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
At the Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline, Berkeley, California
(at the Ashby BART Station)
http://www.edrobertscampus.org

From the ERC website: "The Ed Roberts Campus is a nonprofit (501c3) corporation that has been formed by disability organizations that share a common history in the Independent Living Movement of People with Disabilities. These organizations have joined together to plan and develop a universally designed, transit-oriented campus located at the Ashby BART Station in South Berkeley. The Ed Roberts Campus now houses the offices of the collaborating organizations as well as fully accessible meeting rooms, a computer/media resource center, a fitness center, a cafe, and a child development center." Go to the ERC website to learn more!