Oakland Residents: The Center for Independent Living is your new Repair Provider starting October 1st
A reminder that starting on October 1st, Easy Does It Emergency Services will no longer be accepting Wheelchair Repair Calls from Oakland residents, as we have exhausted our funding for the service. This was not an easy decision to make, and we apologize for any impact this will have on you.
The Center for Independent Living (the CIL) is providing wheelchair repair service for Oakland residents. Everyone who is interested in maintaining wheelchair repair service in Oakland should actively support the CIL to obtain funding, which will support their wheelchair repair services. For wheelchair repair service from the CIL, please call: 510-841-4776
AT Loaners & Repairs at The CILMonthly Update
September 17, 2025
The September Update
Here is everything there is to share with you for the month of September,
Our 30th Summer of Outreach is coming to a close. We have had an incredible time getting out and connecting with the community we serve. The Healthy Living Festival and Emeryville Harvest Festival are happening very soon, which means the holidays will be here in no time. We are also pleased to announce our next Community Meeting as well as another Disaster Preparedness Workshop with our friends at Berkeley Ready. Finally, we are seeking feedback regarding improvements to Easy Does Its tech stack, as we will be exploring modernizing it over the winter.
September is National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month, and Easy Does It Emergency Services is proud to stand with our community in building resilience and readiness. This month is a vital reminder that emergencies can happen anytime—and being prepared can make all the difference. We encourage everyone to take part in Berkeley Ready’s exciting lineup of events throughout September, from hands-on training to our Hybrid workshop with them in the month of October, which are all designed to empower residents and strengthen our collective safety. Let us come together to learn and lead the way into preparedness!
Disaster Preparedness Trivia Night
Thursday, September 18 at 7 pm at 3101 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
This month, Berkeley Ready will be co-hosting a trivia night with Ms. Jenna at the Starry Plough. Trivia starts at 7pm and will be followed by Funk Night at 9pm. Come early, grab a spot, and test your disaster preparedness knowledge.
Fire Safety with Berkeley Fire Department
Saturday, September 20 at 2pm at North Branch Library
Join the Berkeley Fire Department for hands-on training on using a fire extinguisher! There will be a short presentation, including tips for household fire safety, and best practices for using an extinguisher.
Each attendee will have the opportunity to practice using a model extinguisher, with feedback from our first responders.
Get Tickets NowDisaster Preparedness with Easy Does it Emergency Services
Friday, October 17 at 1 pm at 1900 Sixth St, Berkeley
Learn how you can prepare yourself for any type of Disaster with the help of Berkeley Ready! We will be hosting a series of hybrid workshops with our friends at The City of Berkeley. Join us for a chance to win prizes.
Register to AttendCelebrate 22 Years of Healthy Living
The Healthy Living Festival is an annual Wellness Fair made possible by the United Seniors of Oakland and Alameda County as well as Supervisor Nate Miley. Every year, thousands of Seniors get free transportation to the Oakland Zoo to learn about the wealth of resources available to them in Alameda County. Afterwards, seniors are given free access to the Zoo for the afternoon. We will be there to connect attendees with our safety net services, as well as hand out tote bags and pedometers commissioned just for this event, we cannot wait to see you there.
Learn MoreConnecting with Emeryville clients at the Harvest Festival
Shortly after the Healthy Living Festival, we will be tabling at The City of Emeryville’s Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 4 from 11 AM - 3PM at Huchiun Park, 4311 Hubbard St., Emeryville, CA. EDI received a grant from The City of Emeryville to offer subsidized Wheelchair Repair Services, therefore we are once again tabling this annual festival to make sure Emeryville residents know we are here to service their mobility equipment.
Learn MoreOur Next Community Meeting
Twice a year, we host Community Meetings to give our clients the opportunity to comment on how the quality of our services has impacted them. The second meeting of 2025 is slated to take place on October 17th at 5 pm via our updated Webinar Platform. If you are interested in participating, you just need to register on our website for your personal meeting link. We look forward to seeing you then.
Register to AttendModernizing our Tech Stack
For years, Easy Does It has hoped to continue modernizing our agency. The rebrand, updated website, and online applications have done lots to improve upon how the community can utilize our services. As we head into 2026, we're hoping to tackle more challenges facing our tech stack. Potentially empowering us to implement online booking as well as bill payments and we're interested in hearing your thoughts about this initiative.
Community Resources
Emeryville Pride
Friday, September 19 at 11 am at The Bureau 510
a Senior Lunch + Drag Bingo, will be hosted by Ms. Sweet Nothing at The Bureau 510 restaurant. Seniors get a FREE lunch plus choice of beverage (alcohol or non-alcohol) and must be 55+ to qualify as a senior) Anyone under 55 years old can attend for $25, which includes lunch and choice of beverage.
Get TicketsEcology Center’s Slice of Our Markets: Market Tour and Farm Fresh Pizza
Thursday, September 25 at 5:30 pm at 2113 Vine St, Berkeley
A Slice of Our Markets returns for another unforgettable evening celebrating the flavors and farmers of the Berkeley Farmers’ Market!
Begin your night with an intimate guided tour led by knowledgeable Ecology Center staff. You will meet the growers and the farms that bring our markets to life.
Then we will all head to Vintage Berkeley and gather outdoors for a feast. Chefs Daniel McChesney-Young and Peter Callis will craft artisan pizzas, topped with the peak harvests you will have just seen on your guided tour. Enjoy these alongside seasonal sides, small-batch cheeses from local creameries, and expertly paired wines poured by Vintage Berkeley Sommeliers.
This is more than a dinner — it is a celebration of community, connection, and the farmers who nourish us year-round. Seats are limited, and this popular event sold out last year! Do not wait to reserve your place today so you do not miss this farm-to-table evening!
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