If you'd like to learn more about the crisis in our healthcare system, how we got here, and how you can be a part of the movement to achieve a health care system we deserve, join us next Thursday, Sept 25, 7-8pm PT for a virtual teach-in. Register at bit.ly/itsnotnormal [1/2]

We ❤️ the just-passed #SFStreetSafetyAct! Walk SF is beyond grateful to Supervisor @myrnamelgard7.bsky.social for writing a resolution that lays out how traffic safety can happen systematically and at scale, with crucial commitments and accountability for City agencies to deliver results.

Come join us for our next masked outdoor hangout at Golden Gate Park next Sunday, Sept 21, from 2-5pm. RSVP and find details and access info at: tinyurl.com/m4eparkhang

Do you live in an SRO? Join our SRO Listening Session on Thurs, Sept 25, 11am-12pm on Zoom. This is an opportunity to speak directly to city officials from the Mayor's Office of Housing and the Planning Commission as they evaluate SROs. bit.ly/SROlistening [1/2]

Happening today!

We’re organizing a rally beforehand at 12:30PM on the steps of City Hall, then giving public comment at the hearing afterward. Join us for one or both ➡️ walksf.org/rally #SFStreetSafetyAct @sfbike.org @sdaction.org @streetsforallsf.org

District 7 Supervisor @myrnamelgard7.bsky.social recently introduced the Street Safety Act: a resolution that includes a suite of actions that will bring the changes needed to reduce serious traffic crashes. The resolution will have its first and only hearing next Mon, Sep 8 — & we need you there!

Help shape programs for seniors and disabled people in SF! Tell the Dept of Disability and Aging Services what services we need most as seniors and disabled people. Take the 10-min survey or sign up for an upcoming virtual or in-person forum at sfhsa.org/DFCNA

Join SOMA Pilipinas, SOMCAN, and SDA for an in-person community meeting on Thur 9/4, 5:30 to 7pm at 180 11th St (The Arc) on the Mayor's proposed upzoning and impacts to the city and Western SOMA, including potential displacement of small businesses and residents. [1/3]

We had a great turnout at our Muni Forever Summit last week! Thanks to everyone who participated, virtually and in person, in these important discussions on our vision for a fully funded Muni that works for all of us. If you missed this event, don’t worry! [1/3]

There is still some space available for virtual attendance at this event! Register at dcc.page/clap

Sign up for this powerful event we’re cosponsoring. Register at dcc.page/clap

Help shape services for older adults and people with disabilities in SF! Take an anonymous 10-minute survey or join a community forum to share what your community needs most. Share your input and enter a raffle to win a $50 gift card! Get more info at: sfhsa.org/DFCNA.

Calling all qualified disabled leaders: Apply now for the Disability Rising Fellowship! - Media training & coaching - Speaking & publishing opportunities - $5000 individual or org stipend Ready to shift the narrative? Apply: tinyurl.com/DisabilityRising Deadline: 8/22/25, 11:59 p.m. ET

Grabación en español aquí: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AAJ...

Recording available here: youtu.be/_ctU9jsnnR4

You’re invited to the Muni Forever Summit on August 20, 5 to 7pm at the SF Main Library. To help inform the Muni Forever campaign, we need to form a citywide vision. Join us! Space is limited. Register here: lu.ma/w8b6rj9d

There's still time to buy tickets for our CommUNITY Celebration, coming up on August 14! bit.ly/SDA-Celebrat... The event will include a variety show with wonderful performers from our senior and disabled community. [1/2]

Acompáñenos a una sesión virtual gratuita de educación legal HOY, el jueves 31 de julio, de 7:00 a 8:30 pm. (hora del Pacífico): Conozca sus Derechos y Defienda sus Derechos: Capacitación para Activistas Adultos Mayores, Discapacitados y Aliados Más información aquí: bit.ly/protestkyr-SDA

Join us for a free, virtual teach-in TODAY, Thursday, July 31, 7 to 8:30pm PT: Know Your Rights, Fight Back: Training for Senior, Disabled, and Allied Activists Register and find more information here: bit.ly/protestkyr-SDA

Stop by our Bake Sale to Fund Muni at Mission Sunday Streets next Sunday, July 20, 11am to 4pm! Muni is facing a deficit, we are getting desperate, and we don't know what our leaders are going to do to prevent cuts. lu.ma/muniforever [1/3]

We at SDA are full of outrage and grief at the passage of the federal budget reconciliation bill last week. Read our full statement on our website. bit.ly/SDA-budget-r...

ADA turns 35! 🎉 Join us July 11 (3–7pm) on Woolsey St for a bold, outdoor celebration of disability culture & power. There will be speakers, performers, mutual aid workshops, an art build & quilt unveiling, a kid’s space & more! 🔗 thecil.org/ada35 #ADA35 #BayAreaEvents

Mayor Lurie is moving to get more control over voter-approved funds, including critical affordable housing funds such as Prop C. Write a letter to protect your voting rights and Prop C! sdaction.org/sf-budget-re... And join the press conference next Tuesday, 7/8, 12pm at SF City Hall!

The horrible budget bill is now making its way to the House for final approval, and will likely be on the President's desk by the end of the week. Now is our last chance to speak out against this bill! Call your representatives at 202-224-3121!

RIGHT NOW the Senate is reviewing and voting on Trump’s budget bill, and it could be going to the House for a final vote and back to Trump’s desk by the end of the week. bit.ly/Medicaid-Phonebank [1/3]

URGENT: ALL OUT TO SF CITY HALL! Mayor Lurie is blocking the budget restoration process. Any possibility for getting our budget cuts restored is stuck. If you can get to City Hall now, please show up to urge the Mayor to stop obstructing the Board of Supervisors’ budget!

Congress is proposing harmful cuts to SNAP and Medicaid. Take action now to protect the health and nourishment of older adults and people with disabilities using these vital programs by sending an email to your Member of Congress: www.tinyurl.comHandsOffSNAP2025 @ca4ssi.bsky.social

Sign up to phonebank in states with senators who could be moved to vote against healthcare cuts in the federal budget. Go to bit.ly/SaveTransHea... to sign up and get more information on phonebanks currently scheduled. Now is the time to take action!

If your idea of disability justice doesn't include Palestinians being bombed, amputated, and denied care in Gaza, it's not justice. It's branding. You can't be "intersectional" while ignoring colonial violence. Free Palestine, always and forever.

We are aware of the concerns surrounding the SF LightHouse for the Blind. This important resource for the Northern California blind community is a treasured institution and is experiencing a period of transition. [1/3]

Why we're not supporting AB 1326 (the CA bill that supposedly protects the right to mask): We're fully against mask bans, and we recognize how dangerous they are. We would support legislation that exclusively specifies that it prevents mask bans. [1/6]

One of the harmful proposals in Governor Newsom’s May revision of the California state budget involves the reinstatement of a $2k asset limit for seniors and disabled people on Medi-Cal. [1/3]

Come join us for our next masked outdoor hangout at Golden Gate Park this Saturday, 4/26 from 2-5pm. RSVP and find details and access info at: tinyurl.com/m4eparkhang

Have you experienced disruptions in accessing your social security benefits (ex. a late check) or had issues reaching a social security office online, on the phone, or in person? Log complaints on California’s new form here: oag.ca.gov/socialsecurity

My first piece as @prismreports.org’s new contributing writer, focused on disability justice! prismreports.org/2025/04/03/d...

Millions of seniors and disabled people rely on Medicaid for healthcare, accounting for over half of all Medicaid spending. Cuts to these essential programs would be devastating for our communities. Call your Senators TODAY and urge them: NO CUTS to Medicaid! #HandsOffOurMedicaid

HEY BILLIONAIRES, HANDS OFF OUR HEALTHCARE! RALLY & PRESS CONFERENCE THURS, MARCH 27TH 4 - 6PM AIR BNB HQ 888 BRANNAN ST, SF SF Labor Council @seiu1021.bsky.social @bayresistance.bsky.social @nuhw.org @jobswithjustice.bsky.social @sanfranciscorising.bsky.social @domesticemployers.bsky.social

This Sunday 3/23!

About 1 million Californians on SSI/SSP should not have to choose between food, shelter, and medicine, yet the price of these basic needs exceeds the SSI/SSP grants in ALL counties. Support increasing #SSI so we can afford to live! #CAbudget @senakilahweber.bsky.social

Come join us for our next masked outdoor park hangout at Lake Merritt in Oakland on Sunday, 3/23 from 2-5pm [1/8] tinyurl.com/m4eparkhang

Older adults & people w/ disabilities on #SSI volunteer in their community, are caregivers, & make valuable contributions to society. Enacting these #CABudget requests would allow recipients to reach economic self-sufficiency & live with dignity. @senakilahweber.bsky.social

Join us at one of these upcoming sessions for an orientation to SDA – our history, our values, and our campaigns. Learn more about the campaigns we’re working on, our approach to organizing, and how you can get involved! RSVP links in our linktree: linktr.ee/sdaction

Call your House members today, tomorrow and every day next week telling them to vote NO on the Budget Resolution. Then rest and repeat, we will have to keep going all year to #ProtectMedicaid It’s a #Medicaid Marathon, not a #Medicaid sprint!

Medicaid also covers home health care. This includes services like taking care of the needs of disabled people within their own homes, like helping them with daily living activities, medical care, and assistance in getting ready for work in the morning. This is a must for countless individuals.

Tell the Board of Supervisors: Restore Remote Public Comment in SF! We need access to democratic participation for ALL – not just those that can make it to City Hall in the middle of the day. Write them a letter at bit.ly/RPC-SF

Come join us for our next masked outdoor park hangout at Golden Gate Park this Sunday, 2/16 from 2-5pm [1/9] tinyurl.com/m4eparkhang

Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, let’s show our love for SNAP/CalFresh. Tell Congress to protect SNAP and keep food on the table for millions. One click is all it takes to make a difference—send your email now! bit.ly/3Q833pn #HandsOffSNAP

Come join us for our next masked outdoor park hangout at Golden Gate Park this Sunday, 2/16 from 2-5pm [1/9] tinyurl.com/m4eparkhang