ALT Graphic promoting October ShakeOut earthquake preparedness. The headline reads “October ShakeOut!” with three colorful banners displaying “DROP,” “COVER,” and “HOLD ON.” Below, three illustrated people demonstrate earthquake safety: a woman in a purple shirt drops to her hands and knees, an older adult in a blue shirt takes cover beneath a sturdy wooden table while holding a table leg, and a person using a wheelchair leans forward and holds on to the wheelchair. The scene takes place in a living room with a couch, framed picture, and potted plant.

ALT Illustration of a firefighter at a local fire station handing a sandbag to a community member, with additional sandbags stacked nearby and other residents waiting. A fire engine is visible inside the station. A sign reads, “Sand Bags Available at Local Fire Station.”

ALT Youth and adults participate in a group activity in a bright school library.

ALT A graphic featuring Sam, a Cambodian woman and DRC Deputy Director (she/her), smiling and wearing a floral dress. The graphic includes Sam’s reflection about supporting and developing others, helping team members reach their goals, and helping consumers gain independence and confidence through assistive technology. It states that 86% of DRC staff have disabilities and includes the messages “Celebrating Value & Talent” and “Diverse Abilities. Stronger Communities.”

ALT A multigenerational Hispanic family enjoys a picnic together outdoors at a checkered tablecloth-covered table. The table has food, drinks, and condiments. A dark teal patterned banner across the bottom reads, “Happy Hispanic Heritage Month,” with Energy Upgrade California and Flex Alert logos below.

ALT Graphic with a bright orange background featuring the Flex Alert logo and two women smiling while harvesting vegetables. Text reads, “Celebrate Traditions, Support Your Community! Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!”

ALT Graphic with the heading “Stay Safe in the Heat.” Five icons highlight heat-safety tips: drink water, stay in cool places, avoid strenuous activity, check on vulnerable loved ones, and keep pets cool. A blue section below states “Cooling Centers Available” and directs viewers to the City of Long Beach website for locations and hours.

ALT Flyer for the Disabled Resources Center, Inc. presenting “The History of the Paralympic Games” with Paralympian Candace Cable. The event is Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at 2750 E. Spring Street, #100, Long Beach, California, with an option to attend on Zoom. The flyer describes Candace Cable as a 9-time Winter and Summer Paralympian, 3-time Olympian, 14-time Paralympic medalist, and U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame inductee. A photo shows Candace Cable smiling and seated in a wheelchair on a sports field. The event is free with an RSVP at bit.ly/3SMLxMm. Questions can be directed to [email protected] or 562-427-1000.

ALT Cartoon illustration of a kitchen with a close-up of a refrigerator. A red pocket labeled “File of Life” is attached to the refrigerator door, holding an L.I.F.E. Emergency Information Form with important emergency, medical, family contact, and evacuation information. A note nearby says, “Be Prepared. Be Safe.”

ALT DRC announces an outreach visit to 4th Street Senior Center, 1150 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 8 AM to 12 PM. DRC staff will provide information about resources and services that support independence.

ALT A colorful cartoon shows a diverse group of people protecting themselves from extreme heat in a city setting. An older woman drinks water, a man wipes sweat from his forehead, a woman holds a water bottle, a man uses an umbrella for shade, and a person using a wheelchair holds a handheld fan. A thermometer indicates high temperatures. The poster reads “HEATWAVE ALERT!” and “Stay Cool, Stay Safe!” with reminders to drink water, stay in cool places, wear light clothing, and check on others.

ALT A diverse family reviews a neighborhood evacuation map showing two routes on a map, while an older woman represents an out-of-area emergency contact, pictured above in a bubble. A child wheelchair user, two more children and parents participate in the evacuation planning.

ALT Promotional graphic for DRC’s Disabled Women’s Group Outing. The graphic features three women talking over coffee, including a woman using a wheelchair, along with the messages “Connect. Support. Empower.” and “Together, we are stronger.” The outing is Friday, August 28, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at The Merchant Coffeehouse, 4121 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90807. Space is limited and an RSVP is required. Contact [email protected] or 562-427-1000 ext. 115 to RSVP.

ALT Colorful cartoon shows seniors, a wheelchair user, a woman with a service dog, and other riders boarding an accessible, air-conditioned bus on a hot sunny day. Text says, “STAY OUT OF THE HEAT! TAKE THE BUS. STAY COOL.” Bottom icons say, “STAY COOL,” “DRINK WATER,” “TAKE THE BUS,” “LOOK OUT FOR EACH OTHER,” and “STAY SAFE.”

ALT A square Flex Alert graphic with the Flex Alert logo in the upper left. Large text reads, “Saving energy during a Flex Alert is a small act that has a big impact. SIGN UP FOR FLEX ALERT NOTIFICATIONS TODAY!” On the right, an adult walks alongside a young child riding a bicycle on a tree-lined path, symbolizing community and future generations. The design uses a white background with teal and bright orange text.

ALT Three smiling friends stand closely together outdoors in warm sunlight. On the right, an orange background features the Flex Alert logo and the message: “Don’t Wait. Be prepared for when a Flex Alert is called.” A teal banner at the bottom reads: “Sign up to receive Flex Alert notifications at energyupgradeca.org/flex-alert.” The graphic encourages Californians to sign up for Flex Alert notifications so they can be prepared to reduce energy use when a Flex Alert is issued.

ALT Illustrated graphic promoting cooling centers during hot weather. The headline reads, "Stay Cool. Know Your Cooling Center." A welcoming cooling center entrance is shown with older adults and a wheelchair user entering while a staff member greets them. A large sign reads "Cooling Center." Icons of a water bottle and thermometer emphasize heat safety. The image encourages community members to visit a cooling center to stay safe and cool during extreme heat.

ALT Illustrated clipboard graphic titled “Energy Saving Tips for A Called Flex Alert.” The image lists three ways to reduce electricity use during a Flex Alert: Pre-cool your home before 4:00 p.m.; Raise your thermostat to 78 degrees from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Do laundry and run the dishwasher before or after the Flex Alert. Icons of a cooled home, a thermostat set to 78°, and a dishwasher accompany each tip. The Flex Alert logo appears at the bottom on an orange background.

ALT A graphic promoting California's Flex Alert program features a sunlit palm tree with mountains in the background on the right and a dark teal panel on the left. Large white text reads, "Keep California powered up. Save energy when a Flex Alert is issued." A lightning bolt graphic separates the text from the scenic image, and the Flex Alert logo appears in the bottom left corner. The graphic encourages Californians to conserve electricity during periods of high energy demand.