Jail & Bail 2019!

On Thursday, April 4th FREED Board members, along with Executive Director Ana Acton will be thrown in jail!

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New FREED Grass Valley Office: 435 Sutton way

FREED is on the Move!

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Nevada County Voter Information

2018 Nevada County Vote Centers and Ballot Drop-Off Locations. When, where, and how to make your voice heard in Nevada County!

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2017 Annual Report

FREED’s 2017 Annual Report is available to the public

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Big Changes for Nevada County Voters

FREED received a $12,000 grant from Voter’s Choice California to educate voters about big changes coming to Nevada County voters.

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Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is typically defined as a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the function of the brain (Brain Injury Association of America 2006).

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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.

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Testimonials

  • "What FREED means to me: Empowerment. Strengthening my good qualities. Redefining my negative qualities into new possibilities..."
    Janis Fitzgerald
  • "FREED helped me apply for disability, and I just received my award letter after only 3 months. I am so relieved!"
    Michelle Murray
  • "I want to thank FREED so much for all the work you have done to help me live safely in my home. Im overjoyed about the new ramp you built for me. Now I can ride my scooter right down the ramp to go outside and enjoy the outdoors. Without FREED, this would not have been possible as I am unable to afford to build one for myself."
    Regina
  • "It's hard to narrow down the unlimited opportunities that FREED has offered me and others in our community"
    Rebecca Romero