DFPI

Mission Oaks Senior Fair
2024-05-23 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gibbons Community Center, 4701 Gibbons Dr., Carmichael, CA, 95608, United States
Come out to the Mission Oaks Community Center for the FREE 2024 Senior Resource Fair. This is a free community event, spotlighting programs and services that support seniors. Get information on health and wellness, living accommodations, civil and social outreach, and more! For more information on this event, visit: https://www.morpd.com/2024-05-23-senior-resource-fair
Gibbons Community Center
4701 Gibbons Drive
Carmichael, CA 95608

2024 “For the Health of It” Wellness Expo
2024-05-15 08:00 - 12:00 | Civic Center Plaza, 2929 Tapo Canyon Rd, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, United States
The Simi Valley Council On Aging (COA) and Adventist Health Simi Valley are hosting the 2024 Wellness Expo, a one-day event aimed at bringing health and wellness information and resources to the age 50 or better community. The DFPI will be hosting a resource table at this event to provide information on financial literacy and how to protect yourself from fraud and scams.
Civic Center Plaza
2929 Tapo Canyon Rd
Simi Valley, CA 93063

Starting Your Business Webinar
2024-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Starting, owning, and operating a business can be a pathway to building generational wealth. And it’s not just a dream – it’s an achievable goal. In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, having the right knowledge and guidance can make all the difference. Join this webinar, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to learn how you can get your business started, with topics covering market research, business plans, regulations and licensing, funding, and more!
This webinar will include a live Q&A session and everyone who registers will receive a copy of the slides and a link to the recording. Register and share this webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OLAGYzWqQny7QrmnbFcwEg

Keep on Living Caregiver Conference Madera County
2024-04-27 09:00 - 12:00 | First Christian Church of Madera, 2300 Sunset Avenue, Madera, CA, 93637, United States
Join us for the Keep on Living Caregiver Conference at the FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF MADERA in Madera, CA, USA! This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity for caregivers to come together and learn, share, and connect. Whether you’re a professional caregiver or taking care of a loved one, this conference is for you. Discover new strategies, gain valuable insights, and find support from others who understand the unique challenges of caregiving.
First Christian Church of Madera
2300 Sunset Avenue
Madera, CA 93637

8th Annual PRIDE LGBTQ+ Resource Fair
2024-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Hart Senior Center, 915 27th Street, Sacramento, CA, 95816, United States
You are invited to join the 8th Annual Senior PRIDE LGBTQ+ Fair, hosted by the Wisdom Project LGBT Elders, on April 25th! There will be 35 exhibitors, including the DFPI, live music, door prizes, and food trucks.
Hart Senior Center
915 27th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816

DFPI's 2024 Financial Literacy Resource Webinar
2024-04-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Unlock the Path to Financial Empowerment! Register for and join the DFPI’s 2024 Financial Literacy Resource Webinar. This year, we are highlighting how you can safeguard your finances, spot the red flags, and protect yourself from frauds and scams. Our webinar’s discussion panel includes cybersecurity professionals, and fraud prevention specialists, and experts who will share actionable advice and real-life examples to empower you to detect and prevent fraud effectively.
Register, share, and join this FREE webinar: https://tinyurl.com/webinar4242024

Simi Valley Council On Aging Meeting
2024-04-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, United States
Simi Valley Council On Aging is an advisory body to the City Council that serves to support programs and services providing seniors with maximum independence, safety, and quality of life. All Simi Valley seniors are invited to attend. For information, please visit the Council On Aging’s website or call (805) 583-6363.
The Council On Aging meets on the second Monday of the month except in July and August. Agendas are posted 72 hours preceding the meetings. The DFPI will be attending to network and provide information and resources on how to protect yourself from scams and fraud.
Simi Valley Senior Center
3900 Avenida Simi
Simi Valley, California 93063

Senior Scam Stopper with Asm. Greg Wallis (AD47)
2024-04-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Cathedral City Senior Center, 37171 W Buddy Rodgers Ave., Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Assemblymember Greg Wallis (AD47) and the CSLB hosts Senior Scam Stopper in Cathedral City on April 5th. Learn about senior scams and how you can protect yourself from fraud. A member from the DFPI’s outreach team will be on the panel of speakers talking about financial fraud and scams and how you can protect yourself.
Cathedral City Senior Center
37171 W Buddy Rogers Ave
Cathedral City, CA 92234

Building Wealth through Banking webinar
2024-04-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Building wealth through banking involves creating a relationship with your bank and using their various financial tools and services to build, grow, and secure your assets and financial wealth. Join this webinar and learn more about the many financial tools and services offered by banks such as:

High-yield savings account
Certificates of Deposits (CDs)
Money market accounts
Investment accounts
Loan and mortgage management
Retirement accounts
And more!

This webinar will include a live Q&A session and everyone who registers will receive a copy of the slides and a link to the recording. Register and share this webinar: http://tinyurl.com/webinar432024

Department of Labor Off-Base Transition Training Employment Workshops
2024-03-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Security & Firearms Training Academy, 3355 Myrtle Ave., #200, North Highlands, CA, 95660, United States
Register and join these FREE in-person Department of Labor Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) workshops for veterans, veterans currently serving in the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses. These workshops will be covering interview skills, salary negotiations, and federal hiring. You can register to attend one or more workshops. Register and get more information at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/OBTTSacramento#/

Interview Skills: Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
This workshop aims to provide attendees with the tools and confidence they need to ace a job interview. During this workshop, interview basics, potential questions and interview techniques are presented.
Salary Negotiations: Time: 11:15am – 1:15pm
This workshop is designed to take the mystery out of salary negotiation. Attendees are instructed on how to conduct salary research and the fundamentals of effective negotiation.
Federal Hiring: Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
This workshop covers the basics of federal hiring, civil service, www.USAJobs.gov, special hiring authorities, and other resources for a federal job search.
Security & Firearms Training Academy
13335 Mrytle Ave Ste. 200
North Highland, CA 95660

2024 Student Loan Updates, Take Action!
2024-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Please join this one-hour webinar to learn about the status of return to repayment as well as updates to the One Time Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) Adjustment, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and the new SAVE repayment plan; including its forgiveness component and more benefits coming this summer. Special guest speaker: Betsy Mayotte, President and Founder of The Institute of Student Loan Advisors (TISLA). Don’t miss this opportunity to get valuable information, ask questions, and stay on track in 2024!
Register for this free webinar: http://tinyurl.com/webinar3122024

Senior Scam Stopper with City of Oceanside
2024-03-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Country Club Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane, Oceanside, CA, 92054, United States
Oceanside Parks and Recreation Senior Services and the Contractor’s State License Board (CSLB) will be hosting a Senior Scam Stopper seminar on Monday, March 11, 2024, 10:00 AM, at the Country Club Senior Center. Learn how you can protect yourself from financial fraud and scams, identity theft, and more!

Country Club Senior Center
455 Country Club Lane
Oceanside, CA 92054

The 16th Annual Caregiver Conference “Recipe for Caregiving”
2024-03-07 08:00 - 10:30 | Courtyard Marriott, 600 E Esplanade Dr., Oxnard, CA, 93036, United States
The County of Ventura Human Services Agency is hosting it’s 16th Annual Caregiver Conference “Recipe for Caregiving.” This is a free event includes a free breakfast. Spanish translation will be available. The DFPI will host a resource table providing information about financial literacy and how to protect yourself from financial fraud and scams. Please RSVP at 805-654-3416 to attend this event. Registration is open until March 1.
Courtyard Marriott
600 E Esplanade Dr.
Oxnard, CA 93036

Managing and Getting Out of Debt webinar
2024-03-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Getting out of and learning how to manage debt is a critical financial skill and the first step in creating wealth. In this free financial education webinar, topics that will be discussed include:
– Creating and maintaining a budget
– Strategies to paying down debt
– Negotiating debts and interest rates
– Debt consolidation and bankruptcies
– Building an emergency fund
– Developing health spending habits
– And more!
Register for this webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FqQlmiP7SCGJj_Igu0KFnQ
Everyone who registers for this webinar will be emailed a link to the recording and a copy of the slides.

Celebrating the Caregiver Conference
2024-03-02 08:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Church, 7172 North Cedar Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93720, United States
Join us for a heartwarming event at Peoples Church as we honor and appreciate the unsung heroes of our community – the caregivers. This in-person gathering is a special opportunity to come together and recognize the incredible dedication and selflessness of those who provide care to others.
Throughout the day, we will have inspiring speakers, engaging workshops, and interactive activities that will uplift and empower caregivers. It’s a chance to connect with fellow caregivers, share stories, and learn valuable tools and resources to enhance your caregiving journey. The DFPI will be hosting a resource table with information on how you can protect yourself from fraud and scams.
Peoples Church
7172 North Cedar Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720

19th Annual Farmworker Appreciation Day & Resource Fair
2024-03-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Gonzalez Hall & Promotions, 1417 3rd Street, Mendota, CA, 93640, United States
In appreciation for their hard work and contributions to the farmlands of California, Proteus, Inc. is honoring Farmworkers at their 19th Annual Farmworker Appreciation Day & Resource Fair. The DFPI will be there to provide information of financial literacy and how you can protect yourself from financial fraud and scams.
Gonzalez Hall & Promotions
1417 3rd Street
Mendota, CA 93640

Ivanhoe Community Seniors Event
2024-02-29 10:00 - 14:00 | CA
Join Ivanhoe community members for a resource fair at the Ivanhoe Memorial Hall on February 29, 2024, from 10 am – 2 pm. Health Care Screenings, Seniors Food Box Program, Financial Scam Prevention, Informative Booths will be available for free. The DFPI will be hosting a presentation on protecting yourself from financial fraud and scams. Download the event flyer (PDF).
Ivanhoe Memorial Hall
33209 Hawthorne Rd.
Ivanhoe, CA 93235

Senior Resources Event with Asm. Chris Ward (AD78)
2024-02-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Assemblyman Christopher Ward (AD 78) hosts a virtual Senior Resources Event on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 1:00 PM. Guest speakers include Sally Westlake from the CA Department of Financial Protection & Innovation (DFPI) and Nicole Jones from the State Controller’s Office. Please call (619) 280-7801 to register.

Download the event flyer (PDF)

Elder Fraud Prevention Virtual Class
2024-02-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Valley Caregiver Resource Center (www.valleycrc.org) is hosting a virtual class on Elder Fraud on February 27, 2024. Guest speakers include Senior Medicare Patrol and the Department of Financial Protection & Innovation (DFPI). Topics of discussion will include Medicare fraud, phone scams, ID theft, cyber/internet scams and more. To register and for more information: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rde-grD4rHNT7E7IygLZLS0xzyiPMISQG

FAFSA & Student Loans Webinar
2024-02-24 10:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
This expert-led webinar will teach students how to navigate the world of financial aid and provide information on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and College Scholarship Service Profile, and more!
Register for this free webinar: bit.ly/FAFSAandLoans

Happy Heart Resource Fair
2024-02-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Palm Vista Senior Living, 3850 W. Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale, CA, 93551, United States
The Palm Vista Senior Living Center will be hosting their Happy Heart Resource Fair. At this event, the DFPI will be presenting on the topic of Protecting Yourself from Fraud and hosting a resource table.
Palm Vista Senior Living
3850 W. Rancho Vista Blvd.
Palmdale, CA 93551

Homeowner & Renter Help Workshop with Senator Tom Umberg (SD34)
2024-02-21 15:00 - 19:00 | Legislation Division
Homeownership OC is hosting a Homeowner & Renter Help Workshop in collaboration with California State Senator Tom Umberg (SD34). Join local HUD Housing Counseling nonprofits and get free help to avoid foreclosure, apply mortgage relief and get rental help! The DFPI will provide a brief presentation and distribute educational materials.
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
1100 E. Santa Ana Blvd.
Santa Ana, CA 92701

First Time Homebuyer Fair
2024-02-17 10:00 - 12:30 | The Vision Community Church, 2536 W. Woodland Drive, Anaheim, CA, 92801, United States
Join the First Time Homebuyer Fair, hosted by the Shalom Center in Orange County, California. This fair provides consumers information about first-time home purchase programs and local down payment assistance programs from various lenders, realtors, non profit organizations. The DFPI will also be in attendance to share information and resources on how consumers can protect themselves from fraud and scams.
The Vision Community Church
2536 W. Woodland Drive
Anaheim, CA 92801

Senior Scam Stopper with Asm. Chris Holden (AD41)
2024-02-15 09:00 - 10:00
Assemblyman Chris Holden (AD41) and the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) invite you to attend a Senior Scam Stopper seminar. Panelists include representatives from the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) and the Bureau of Household Goods and Services.
The DFPI Outreach team will be part of the Senior Scam Stopper panel of speakers to provide presentation on financial frauds and scam prevention, along with distributing educational materials.
Joslyn Senior Center
660 N Mountain Ave
Claremont, CA 91711

Hawthorne Community Services Dance & Fair
2024-02-14 13:00 - 16:00 | CA
The Office of L.A. County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, the City of Hawthorne Mayor ProTem, and City Manager are hosting a Senior Dance and Resource Fair on Valentines Day from 1pm to 4pm. The DFPI will also be hosting a resource table, distributing educational materials, and answering your questions about financial fraud and scam prevention at this free event.
Hawthorne Memorial Center
3901 W. El Segundo
Hawthorne 90250

How to Build Generational Wealth webinar
2024-02-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Building generational wealth involves making strategic financial decisions over time to accumulate assets and resources that can be passed down to future generations. Here are a few key topics that will be discussed in this free webinar:
– Financial education
– Budgeting and savings
– Paying off debt
– Investing
– Entrepreneurship
– Retirement
– Estate planning
– And more!
Register for this webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_D59ObVNrQZ6ktWJMcJZE_w
Everyone who registers for this webinar will receive a link to the recording as well as a copy of the slides.

Bakersfield College Financial Aid Fest Resource Fair 2024
2024-02-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Bakersfield College, 1801 Panorama Dr, Bakersfield, CA, 93305, United States
Join us Wednesday, February 7, 10 a.m. on the CSS Lawn at Bakersfield College’s Panorama Campus for in-person help, information, and assistance. Bakersfield College’s Departments and Community Partners will be available to share information about their programs and services to help you succeed at Bakersfield College. The resource fair will offer music, food and a chance to connect with experts. Along with information on personalized support, explore funding options, boost on financial literacy, how to complete FAFSA applications, and network with campus resources for employment opportunities and additional support for students. The DFPI will be hosting a resource table providing information and resources regarding student loans.
Bakersfield College Panorama Campus (Main)
1801 Panorama Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93305

Aging Well in Our Community
2024-02-03 10:00 - 13:00 | St. Paul Baptist Church, 1777 Statnam Blvd., Oxnard, CA, 93033, United States
Learn about Fall Prevention, Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice, Master Plan for Aging and more. The DFPI will be hosting a resource table with information about How to Protect Yourself from financial fraud and scams.
St. Paul Baptist Church
1777 Statnam Blvd.
Oxnard, CA 93033

VITA Kick Off - Sacramento Region
2024-02-03 09:00 - 13:00 | United Way California Capital Region, 10389 Old Placerville Rd, Sacramento, CA, 95827, United States
Super Saturday Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), also known as Free Tax Prep, kick- off event on Saturday, February 3rd, between 9 am and 1 pm at United Way California Capital Region (10389 Old Placerville Rd, Sacramento, CA 95827).

NorCal Public Interest and Public Sector (PIPS) Day
2024-02-02 08:00 - 2024-02-03 17:00 | Virtual
Northern California Public Interest and Public Sector (PIPS) Day 2024 is an all-virtual online career fair from February 2-3, 2024, on Flo Recruit.
This event provides students a unique opportunity to meet and interview with 100+ public interest and public sector legal organizations. It is an annual event sponsored by the Consortium of Northern California Law School Career Offices. The event consists of two main components:

Table Talk (Friday, Feb. 2 | 1 PM – 3 PM PST): This networking event provides students with an opportunity to informally meet and talk to employers about their organization’s work and possible jobs.
Formal Interviews (Saturday, Feb. 3 | 9 AM – 4:40 PM PST): Formal, pre-screened interviews will be conducted all day for summer positions (as well as permanent positions for graduating students).
