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Ability Redefined

FREED’s mission is to promote independence and self-determination for people with disabilities through person-driven services, collaborative community partnerships and education, and leadership that advocates for fully inclusive communities.

FREED’s vision is that people with disabilities enjoy a fully accessible community strengthened by diversity and unified by a culture of limitless possibility.

FREED has a variety of programs centering around issues that arise with aging and disabilities.  We work with you and your family to figure out what you need, know your choices and get connected.

Our Services

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Aging and Disability Resource Connection

The ADRC assists people in making informed decisions about their short or long–term care needs, and to help them make a plan to be able to live as they want in the community. The ADRC process helps the consumer form a realistic view of what the long-term care options are in Nevada County.

Find local resources for older adults, people with disabilities, & caregivers.  Call (800) 655-7732 or 2-1-1 Nevada County.

Learn More

Find out more about our 2021 ADRC Conference here.

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Testimonials

"FREED helped me apply for disability, and I just received my award letter after only 3 months. I am so relieved!"

Michelle Murray

"It's hard to narrow down the unlimited opportunities that FREED has offered me and others in our community"

Rebecca Romero

"What FREED means to me: Empowerment. Strengthening my good qualities. Redefining my negative qualities into new possibilities..."

Janis Fitzgerald