Community Answer Book for Palo Alto, CA

Seniors

Is there a senior center?

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Is there special transportation for senior citizens?

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Is there any senior housing in Palo Alto?

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Is there a senior meals program in Palo Alto?

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Are there any clubs, recreational programs or social groups for seniors?

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What retirement communities are in the area?

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Business and Commerce

Is there a Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce?

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What local banks can I find around Palo Alto?

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Where is the post office in Palo Alto?

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Is there a business council in Palo Alto?

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Is there an organization dedicated to consumer protection in Palo Alto?

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Animals, Pets and Critters

Is there a Palo Alto animal shelter or other pet adoption program?

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Who do I contact if my dog runs away?

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With lockdown restrictions easing, do I still have to wear a mask when I leave my home?

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Are there any poisonous or dangerous animals I should be aware of in the area?

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Where can I find an animal hospital or veterinary clinic near Palo Alto?

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Are there any dog schools or obedience schools nearby?

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Where can I take my pet in an emergency?

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Schools

What does the Board of Education do?

The Board of Education is comprised of locally-elected officials and is responsible for tasks such as: Working with the…

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Where can I find school calendars outlining events, holidays, half-days, and days off?

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What public school district serves Palo Alto?

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Where is each school located?

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How do I register my child for school?

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Where can I find out about school delays and cancellations?

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Where do I find the school bus schedule?

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Public Services

Where is the public library in Palo Alto?

The Palo Alto public library is an important community resource for finding your favorite books, for research, for…

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Is there a community center in Palo Alto?

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Does Palo Alto have a food bank or any other programs to help hungry people in the community?

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What's the protocol for trash and recycling in Palo Alto?

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Is there a Friends of the Library organization and if so, what is their role?

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Does Palo Alto maintain a community calendar?

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Does anyone provide free income tax assistance to Palo Alto residents?

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Real Estate

How's the real estate market in Palo Alto?

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What real estate agencies are in Palo Alto?

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Children

What day care options are there in the Palo Alto area?

If you're a new parent exploring daycare options for your child, here's a list of daycare options in the Palo Alto, CA…

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Does California offer an official child care or day care resource?

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How do I enroll my child in a scout troop?

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Is there a youth center in or near Palo Alto?

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Are there youth music programs in Palo Alto?

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What kind of counseling or social services are available for troubled youths?

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Shopping

Is there a dry cleaners in Palo Alto?

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Are there any stores in (or close to) Palo Alto that are open 24 hours?

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Where is the nearest farmers' market?

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Where can I go grocery shopping?

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Is there a liquor store in Palo Alto?

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Is there a mall nearby?

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Health

How can I arrange for home healthcare in Palo Alto?

If you have a parent, grandparent, or other loved one that is in need of home healthcare, here are some good options in…

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Is there a health department in Palo Alto?

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What hospitals are near me in Palo Alto?

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What emergency room is closest to Palo Alto?

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What are my options for nursing homes near Palo Alto?

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What local hospitals and practitioners specialize in pediatric medicine?

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Who provides hospice services in the Palo Alto area?

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Emergency Services

How do I reach poison control?

If you believe youve been exposed to poisonous or hazardous substances in Palo Alto, call poison control…

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Where is the nearest emergency room?

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What does the fire marshal do?

A fire marshal's field of work is somewhere between law enforcement and firefighting. A fire marshal's main…

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What fire department serves Palo Alto?

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What ambulance services operate in Palo Alto?

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What police department serves Palo Alto?

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Is there a Palo Alto Neighborhood Watch Program?

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Religion

What places of worship do we have in Palo Alto?

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Clubs

Is there a Palo Alto newcomers club?

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Does Palo Alto have a Kiwanis club?

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How can I find volunteer opportunities in Palo Alto?

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Does Palo Alto have an organization dedicated to the arts?

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Is there a men's social club in Palo Alto?

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Is there a women's social club in Palo Alto?

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Are there any environmental groups in Palo Alto?

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Demographics

What's the population of Palo Alto?

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What is the median household income in Palo Alto?

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What's the median age of people in Palo Alto?

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Media

What media publications cover Palo Alto?

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What public radio stations are accessible in Palo Alto?

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What television channel airs local Palo Alto programming?

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History

Is there a town archive or historical society in Palo Alto?

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What is the significance of the Palo Alto town name?

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When was Palo Alto incorporated?

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Utilities

Who provides electricity?

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Does Palo Alto have city or well water?

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Who provides gas?

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What cable television and internet service is available?

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