Home Enhancement Program is Helping Riverside County Residents with Home Repair Costs

The Home Enhancement Program is helping income-qualified homeowners fix or repair exterior problems to their homes such as minor roofing, broken or missing windows, exterior paint and additional repairs. Up to $50,000 in grant funds may be used to eliminate health and safety issues, make the home more energy-efficient, and undertake eligible exterior upgrades.

Through the Home Enhancement Program, Lissa Diaz was able to have her roof, windows, and other critical areas repaired, vastly improving her home's condition.

Affordable Senior Housing Available $500 Off First Month's Rent!

Oasis Senior Villas, a beautiful 95-unit affordable senior housing community, has units available now! It is perfect for households of 2-5 people. QUALIFY FOR $500 OFF THE FIRST MONTH’S RENT IF YOU SIGN A LEASE BY 7/15/2024!

To view the requirements, read the flyers below. For more info call (951) 981-2322 or email oasisassistant@acof.org.

Vista de La Sierra Apartments Opens in Riverside

The City of Riverside welcomed a $45 million, 80-unit community for individuals earning 60% or less of the area median income. The project includes 47 Section 8 project-based vouchers, with eight for extremely low-income households and 39 reserved for persons with serious mental illness who are chronically homeless or at risk. Referrals for these vouchers will come from the County of Riverside Coordinated Entry System, and Riverside County Behavioral staff will provide wrap-around services on-sites. Residents will have access to free programs and community services, such as financial literacy workshops and health and social services. The community features amenities including a community center, pool, recreation area, playgrounds, a community garden, and laundry facilities. The entire site is solar-powered, exceeding state energy efficiency standards.

Coachella Valley Rescue Mission Groundbreaking Ceremony Set for July 11th

The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission will break ground this month on a Women’s and Children’s Shelter expansion project, a pivotal milestone in its commitment to serving vulnerable populations in the Coachella Valley. This 4,000-square-foot addition will significantly enhance the shelter’s capacity, introducing ten new rooms and 60 additional beds. Furthermore, the expansion includes state-of-the-art kitchen and laundry facilities, inviting common areas, and a dedicated playground, ensuring a holistic environment for its residents.

The rescue mission serves local individuals experiencing homelessness, hunger, and life challenges through emergency services, recovery programs, and community outreach. These services include emergency services like hot meals and safe shelter, medical care, clothing, vocational training, and recovery programs that transform lives. CVRM meets the needs of Coachella Valley’s homeless, hungry, and hurting by providing basic needs today and helping people build new lives for a brighter tomorrow.

Karma Automotive Unveils Newest Hybrid Vehicle in Moreno Valley

Karma Automotive showcased their new ultra-luxury vehicle, the Revero, at the Karma Innovation and Customization Center in Moreno Valley. The newest car in the Karma lineup boasts 536 horsepower and is capable of going 0 to 60 miles per hour in 3.9 seconds. Karma manufactures these vehicles right here in Riverside County at their Moreno Valley facility! Our Employer Services team assists Riverside County businesses, such as Karma, in growing and training their workforce.

Riverside County Youth Commission & Advisory Council Recognizes Future Leaders

On June 25th, the Riverside County Youth Commission & Advisory Council recognized outstanding youth for their exceptional contributions across Riverside County’s five supervisorial districts. These young individuals were honored with the Spirit Award, which celebrates their dedication to leadership and community service during their high school years. Riverside County is deeply proud of these future leaders.

If you are a high school student and have a passion for service and want to make an impact in your community, please submit a YAC Application. For questions on submitting your application, please contact Joe Mathews at jmathews@rivco.org.

Upcoming Events

The application period is now open for our Entry-Level Residential Construction Labor Training Program. Participants will receive hands-on framing, plumbing, electrical, drywall, and deconstruction training. The course will also cover OSHA 10 certification, material handling, construction drawings/blueprint reading, construction math, an introduction to power tools, and industry-specific resume and job search assistance.

Sign up today! Call (951) 955-0185 or email Maislas@rivco.org.

Solar Showcase in the Eastside Neighborhood of Riverside

In June 2020, Riverside received $31.2 million in grants for the Eastside Climate Collaborative through the Transformative Climate Communities Program and Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program. This initiative aims to enhance the historic Eastside Neighborhood, where many residents are descendants of workers from Riverside's early citrus industry.

As part of this effort, GRID IE will install rooftop solar panels on 100 homes and provide job training to Eastside residents. By April 2024, Lupe Fuentes became the 21st resident to receive solar panels. To celebrate, GRID IE and CAP Riverside hosted a Solar Showcase at her home, highlighting the benefits of the Eastside Climate Collaborative, including free solar, shade trees, job training, and low-water landscaping.

CAP Honors Volunteer Mediators at Recognition Event

Last week, Community Action Partnership of Riverside County celebrated their Volunteer Mediators at a recognition event! Riverside County is extremely grateful for the dedication and hard work of our mediators who help facilitate peaceful resolutions and for their invaluable contributions. Thank you for all that you do to make a difference in our community!

Interested in becoming a volunteer and make a lasting impact in your community?

Annual Movie & Concert in the Park with Resource Fair

Join us at Good Hope Community Center's annual Movie and Concert in the Park on Friday, July 19th! This year, we are participating with a resource fair that will offer valuable resources to our community members. We look forward to seeing you there!

All-County Street Outreach Meeting

We held another successful All-County Street Outreach Meeting with a special presentation from the Housing Authority Special Programs Team. Riverside County and NGO outreach teams learned about HUD guidelines and requirements for voucher holders to improve housing navigation for homeless clients.

Senior Homeless Housing Initiative Workshop

Last week, Riverside County Continuum of Care (CoC) held their final 2-day workshop on senior homeless housing initiative as part of the County of Riverside's Integrated Service Delivery initiative. The pilot program will launch this month with our lead partner, Path of Life Ministries.

Free Training for Riverside County Nonprofits Available!