Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization “Seeking to put God’s love into action. Their mission is to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope.” Their principals are: While promoting its principles, they partner with people in a community and worldwide to build and improve a place they can call home.  Habitat […]

Formerly known as the Deafness Research Foundation, Hearing Health Foundation (HHF) is a non-profit organization. Hearing Health Foundation strives to be a reputable leader in supporting new and innovative approaches to research for hearing loss and tinnitus. They seek to understand, learn from and meet the needs of individuals, their families and caregivers dealing with […]

Health Insurance Counselling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is a nonprofit organization. They provide free and unbiased information and counseling about Medicare to help people make informed decisions.  HICAP is a statewide network of nonprofit organizations. It is authorized by California state legislation through the Department of Aging to provide Medicare counseling.  HICAP is funded through the […]

Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired is a non-profit organization. Their mission is “Founded in 1902, promotes the independence, equality, and self-reliance of people who are blind or have low vision.” Being blind or having low visibility varies since only a relatively small percentage have no light perception, while most have some sight. Lighthouse […]

Meals on Wheels is a non-profit organization that delivers nutritious food to older America’s.  Their vision is “An America in which all seniors live nourished lives with independence and dignity.”  Their Mission is “To empower local community programs to improve the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one […]

In 1982, Mercy Retirement & Care Center residents saw seniors in their neighborhood going hungry. They launched the Brown Bag Program to distribute bags of groceries to hungry seniors in Oakland, CA. Today, 500+ volunteers throughout Alameda County ensure other seniors can remain self-sufficient and independent by providing nutritious food to low-income older adults. Who […]