Whistlestop Directory of Older Adult Services 2016

2016 DIRECTORY OF OLDER ADULT SERVICES 28TH EDITION – MARIN COUNTY I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE AN I NEED A ART CLASS. SUPPORT GROUP.

WHO CAN PROVIDE IN-HOME HEALTH SERVICES?

DOES MY MOM QUALIFY FOR MEALS ON WHEELS?

WHERE CAN I VOLUNTEER?

I WANT TO LEARN HOW TO USE MY COMPUTER!

WHO CAN HELP WITH MY HOME REPAIRS? CAN SOMEONE TRANSLATE FOR ME? WHERE

I NEED A RIDE!

I NEED INFORMATION ON HOUSING. WHO CAN HELP ME IN A CRISIS?

WHERE CAN I GET HEALTHY FOOD?

CAN I GET DENTAL CARE?

WHERE CAN WE GO DANCING?

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HOW CAN I FIND LEGAL HELP?

Monty, Chairman

Wouldn’t you rather be at home?

From early onset dementia to end of life care, we help those who wish to stay safely at home with carefully screened and trained employee caregivers. At Home Caregivers provides assistance with shopping, transportation, bathing, dressing, and medication reminders.

Marin

Sonoma

415-898-HOME (4663)

707-575-HOME (4663)

Call now to receive a free client book.

“Many, many thanks for sending such a gem of a caregiver as John.

My husband would light up every morning when John arrived. His ability to care was wonderful, thorough, and gentle. He really became part of our family!”

– Erdie F., Mill Valley

“Thank you so much for helping to coordinate care from the hospital to home for my husband, Jack. We were so overwhelmed with what we needed to do! Your caregiver, Bruce, was a gift! He was so compassionate and caring. He’s now family to us!”

– Peggy L., Novato

www.AtHomeCaregivers.com

“I want to thank you for having someone sit with my father in the last few hours of his life. I know it was short notice, but you made it work and it is a comfort to know he was not alone.”

– Gail D., Santa Rosa

Create Community, Enrich Your Life, Get Involved Marin Villages— neighbors helping neighbors remain independent in their own homes and communities.

Join, volunteer, and/or donate today!

1.415.457.4633

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marinvillages.org

RMF REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC

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Trusted providers of compassionate care for seniors.

LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED

• Light Housekeeping • Meal Prep & Clean Up • Medication Reminders • Personal Care • Respite Care • Dressing Assistance • Help with Daily Grooming • Bathing Assistance • Application of Lotions • Toileting Assistance • Help with Ambulation • Bed-bound Assistance • Transportation • Companionship

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Adult Day Care Programs....................7 Advocacy....................................7 Bingo.............................................8 Care Management.................9 Companionship.................... 10 Computer Services.............. 10 Consumer Services............. 10 Counseling Services........... 11 Crisis Intervention................ 12 Disabled Adult Services.............................. 12 Disaster Preparedness................... 14 Education................................. 15 Elder Abuse............................. 16 Employment Opportunities.................. 16 End of Life................................ 17 Equipment.............................. 18 Faith Communities.............. 18 Financial Assistance............ 18 Financial Services................. 18 Food and Nutrition............. 20 Grief Counseling................... 21

• Meal Planning • Help with Pets • Visiting Friends & Family • Picking Up Prescriptions And much, much more…

HEALTH CARE .................... 22 Alzheimer’s....................... 22 Blood Bank........................ 23 Cancer................................. 24 Clinics.................................. 24 Dental Services............... 24

Hearing/Audiology....... 25 Hospitals............................ 26 Kidney Dialysis................ 26 Mental................................. 26 Organizations.................. 27 Skilled Nursing Facilities......................... 28 Vision Impairment........ 28 Home Care ............................. 29 Home Repair.......................... 31 Housing.................................... 31 Information and Referral...................... 34 In-Home Services................. 35 Insurance Information...................... 36 Legal Counseling................. 36 Medical Alerts........................ 37 Multicultural Services........ 37 Older Adult Organizations.................. 37 Personal Care......................... 39 Pet Care..................................... 39 Recreation............................... 39 Safety and Security............. 40 Substance Abuse................. 41 Support Groups.................... 41 Transportation....................... 43 Veteran’s Services................. 44 Volunteering.......................... 44 Voter Information................ 45 Index.......................................... 46

WHISTLESTOP

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What Happens at Whistlestop?

Reframing Aging We share a responsibility to ensure that all people in Marin age with grace, dignity, and independence. Every day we connect older adults and people living with disabilities with services that help them stay active and engaged.

These include transportation, healthy meals, social activities and a wide variety of classes.

Special Needs Transportation Our specialized door-to-door bus service is available 365 days a year for people with disabilities.

Last year we provided over 150,000 rides.

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Travel Navigators will help you explore transportation options, including paratransit and volunteer driver programs.

415-454-0902.

Download an eligibility application at whistlestop.org.

Nutrition Programs Whistlestop is committed to providing fresh, affordable or free, and delicious meals for older adults. Several options are described on our website at whistlestop.org/nutrition.

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Active Aging Programs With the goal of helping older adults live active, healthy, and independent lives, we offer activities for the mind, body, and spirit.

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Zumba, Whistlesizers, Yoga and Cardio Therapeutic Massage Computer Lab and Classes Hispanic, Russian, Vietnamese and Persian Social Groups Language Classes

Multicultural Programs & Consultations Our groups build camaraderie between people from around the world. We offer opportunities for learning languages, socializing, pursuing citizenship, and taking ESL classes. In addition, we provide volunteer opportunities and translation assistance.

Meals on Wheels Meals of Marin Jackson Café Brown Bag Food Pantry Community Breakfasts Supplemental Food Bank

Whistlestop’s Jackson Café The Café is a warm and inviting environment where everyone can enjoy a fresh, affordable and delicious weekday lunch.

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456-9067 if you would like to help Whistlestop deliver meals. To apply to receive meals, call the County at 415-457-4636.

Weekday Lunches 11:30a – 2p Holiday-themed Luncheons Senior Discounts Open to the Public $6–8 Entrees (including coffee or tea)

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Spanish Russian Vietnamese

415-454-0998 415-456-9062, x138 415-456-9062, x129

Volunteering at Whistlestop Volunteers receive training to learn valuable skills, as well as making connections and new friendships, while giving back to their communities.

Volunteer opportunities include: CarePool drivers, Meals on Wheels drivers, Jackson Café servers and cashiers, ESL tutors, Center hosts and Brown Bag Pantry team members.

Meals on Wheels Whistlestop delivers over 75,000 meals a year to Marin residents 60+ who are homebound. Call 415-

Volunteer today! 415-456-9067 or volunteer@whistlestop.org.

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50 years serving Bay Area Seniors

We are more than home care…

Programs in Marin & Sonoma: ElderWISE Friendly visitor program. One on one match between seniors and volunteers to overcome isolation and loneliness.

Please call: 415.563.8143

Novato Independent Elders Program (NIEP) NIEP operates out of the Margaret Todd Senior Center in Novato. Programs include Home Delivered groceries, Brown Bag Market, Margaret Todd Café, Yard Work Program, Postal Carrier Alert Program and much more.

Home Care Services: • Grocery Shopping • Activities of Daily Living • Individualized Care Plans (ADL’s) assistance with: • Light Housekeeping – Bathing/Showering • Medication Reminders – Dressing • Post Operative Care – Personal Hygiene • Respite Care – Toileting • Safety Supervision • Companionship Care • Transportation • End of Life Care and more…

• 24hr & Hourly Care

For a free home assessment and complete list of home care services please contact our office.

415.583.4789 MARIN COUNTY

Please call: 415.899.8296

Senior Center Without Walls Free Telephone program connecting California seniors through activities, friendship and community over the telephone.

Please call: 877.797.7299

Senior Produce Markets Fresh fruits and vegetables at wholesale prices in accessible locations.

Please call: 925.428.7904

Telephone Reassurance A free telephone check-in program serving seniors, disabled adults, and housebound individuals in Marin and Sonoma Counties.

Please call: 415.456.9062 x132

707.539.9000 SONOMA COUNTY

www.jtm-esc.org

Shared Housing Matching seniors in need of housing with senior homeowners willing to rent out a room.

Please call: 415.456.9062 x132

Our specialized care teams are experienced in providing comforting late stage and end of life care with dignity to give our clients and their families peace of mind.

If you are interested in joining our team of outstanding caregivers please give us a call!

ADULT DAY CARE • ADVOCACY

ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAMS

HICAP

1905 Novato Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 897-6884 hrylance@lifelongmedical.org • lifelongmedical.org Lifelong Medical Care - Licensed health facility provides organized day program of therapeutic, social and health activities and services Mon-Fri for those with functional impairments to restore or maintain optimal self-care.

1304 South Point Boulevard, Ste. 280, Petaluma CA 94954 (800) 434-0222 senioradvocacyservices.org Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program Objective information and assistance to people who need help in understanding Medicare, supplemental insurance, long-term care insurance, older adult HMO plans and assistance with Medicare billing and claims.

Marin Adult Day Health Center

Marin County Commission on Aging

Marin Adult Day Health Center

70 Skyview Terrace, Bldg B, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 491-2500 info@senioraccess.org • senioraccess.org Forgetful? Join the Club! Senior Access is a social club for folks with memory loss. Daytime club is a mix of expressive art, music, exercise, current events and brain games. Our Excursion Club goes out to Bay Area destinations.

ADVOCACY AARP

(866) 448-3614 • (888) 687-2277 • aarp.org American Association of Retired Persons

Marin County Ombudsman Program

10 North San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-7446 ombudsman@marincounty.org Free and confidential advocates for residents in long term care facilities (Skilled Nursing and Residential Care for the Elderly.)

We investigate complaints and assist with placement.

National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse

Aging Solutions, Inc.

Info@StopGuardianAbuse.org StopGuardianAbuse.org NASGA is a non-profit, civil rights organization working to expose and end unlawful and abusive actions towards elders, guardianships and conservatorships.

Confirmed through website

1000 4th Street San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 324-5088 info@agingsolutions.com • agingsolutions.com Care coordinators, advisors and advocates for seniors and families with aging relatives. We provide guidance, care planning, assessments, crisis intervention, oversight and coordination of services.

North Bay Eldercare Options

California Senior Legislator Allan Bortel, Senior Senator & Elenor Bloch, Sr. Assembly Member

(415) 435-3988 inverness@earthlink.net • www.4csl.org English: 1-800-806-1191; Spanish: 1-800-949-5650

Compassion & Choices Northern California

3055 Whilshire Blvd. Ste 1010, Los Angeles CA 90010 (866) 825-8967 admin@compassionandchoicesnca.org compassionandchoicesnca.org Works to improve care and expand choice at the end of life. We support, educate and advocate.

Gray Panthers of San Francisco

10 North San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-7118 www.marinhhs.org/boards/commission-aging

2940 16th St, Room 200-3, San Francisco CA 94103 (415) 552-8800 graypanther-sf@sonic.net • graypantherssf.igc.org/ Advocates and endorses positions and actions for peace and social justice, universal health care, electoral reform, nonprivatization of public resources, civil rights, human rights and civil liberties.

145 Town Center, Ste 414, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 460-6333 Michele@NorthBayEldercare.com northbayeldercare.com Michele Boudinot, MA, CMC & Owner, credentialed gerontologist and Certified Care Manager, works with eldercare professionals, including geriatric nurse practitioners and geriatric social workers, to provide personalized care management.

The Seniors Coalition

1250 Connecticut Ave, NW, Ste 200 Washington DC 20036 (202) 261-3594 tsc@senior.org • senior.org Advocacy organization represents the interests of America’s older adult citizens at both state and federal levels.

Veterans Housing & Services & Advocacy PO Box 4118, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 952-5502 info@vetshousing.com vetshousing.com Veterans Housing and Services is focused upon identifying, pursuing and providing housing alternatives for Marin County Veterans.

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BINGO • CARE MANAGEMENT

BINGO Corte Madera Community Center

498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-5072 www.cmparksandrec.org Join our group of active older adults for BINGO every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:45am at the Corte Madera Community Center.

Come and enjoy wonderful company, delicious treats including Lappert’s ice cream, and other great perks and surprises. Call for information.

Corte Madera Swingers — Bingo Group 498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-5072 ci.corte-madera.ca.us/199/Parks-Recreation Bingo at 9 am Thursday. Call for details.

Edgewater Seniors

420 Litho St, Sausalito, CA 94965 (415) 289-4152 jdybdal@ci.sausalito.ca.us Sausalito Parks & Recreation - Recreational get-togethers at 11 am 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

Marin City Senior Sunshine Club

640 Drake Ave, Marin City CA 94965 (415) 332-9323 Marguerita C. Johnson Senior Center - Programs, referral services and activities for adults 60 and older, including monthly shopping trips, grocery, Bingo, arts and crafts, Tai-Chi, movie day and monthly luncheons with guest speakers.

Mill Valley Seniors Club

180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 383-1370 Mill Valley Community Center - Bingo at 1 pm Tues. Call to confirm details.

Salvation Army

351 Mission Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-4520 x10 Call 415-459-4520 to confirm Bingo 2 to 4 pm. Thurs. Call for more information.

San Rafael Goldenaires

618 B St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 485-3348 www.cityofsanrafael.org San Rafael Community Center - Bingo Wed. (except 3rd Wed).

Doors open at 10 am and games start at noon. Lunch at 11 am.

Call for details.

Tam Valley Seniors Club

203 Marin Ave, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 388-6393 x10 tcsd.us Tam Valley Community Center - Bingo is Wed. between 11am1pm. Combined with meeting and brown bag lunch.

Call for details.

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Terra Linda Seniors

670 Del Ganado Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 485-3344 Bingo at 9:30 am Tuesday.

CARE MANAGEMENT Aging Solutions, Inc.

1000 4th Street San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 324-5088 info@agingsolutions.com • agingsolutions.com Care coordinators, advisors and advocates for seniors and families with aging relatives. We provide guidance, care planning, assessments, crisis intervention, oversight and coordination of services.

At Home Caregivers

7665 Redwood Blvd, Ste 200 Novato CA 94945 (415) 898-4663 Marin (707) 996-5768 Sonoma/Napa melodyk@athomecaregivers.com athomecaregivers.com Locally-owned and operated, full-service agency. Serves as employer, pays taxes, insurance and worker’s comp for caregivers, who are triple-screened, insured, bonded and supervised. Free assessments, care plans, home safety inspections and monthly quality assurance evaluations.

Etheridge Care Management

936B 7th St. #162, Novato CA 94945 (415) 640-0236 Laurel@etheridgecare.com • etheridgecare.com Expert Consultation and Care Management by a certified Professional Geriatric Care Manager with over 25 years experience. Help for families dealing with the challenges of aging and memory loss. Marin, San Francisco and Sonoma.

Family Caregiver Alliance

785 Market St., Suite 750, San Francisco CA 94103 (415) 434-3388 • (800) 445-8106 info@caregiver.org • caregiver.org Support and assistance to families caring for someone with an adult-onset brain impairment and/or older adults (60 and older), regardless of diagnosis. Information and referral, care consultation and education.

Heart and Soul Home Care Management

276 Montego Key, Novato, CA 94949 (707) 490-6576 heartsoulcare@gmail.com • heartsoulcare.com Comprehensive home care management. 20 years experience in health care, case management, discharge planning, medical social work, mental health counseling, elder home care management, rehab and advocacy.

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Helping Hands Home Care

3019 Euclid Ave, Concord CA 94519 (925) 726-8832 angelfire.com/pro/helpinghandsca Comprehensive caregiving and care management. Excellent, screened caregivers provide live-in, hourly and companionship services. Serving the Bay Area for 10 years, insured and bonded.

Hired Hands Homecare

10 Commercial Blvd, Ste 102; Novato CA 94949 (415) 884-4343 info@hiredhandshomecare.com hiredhandshomecare.com Family owned and operated organization dedicated to older adults since 1994. Comprehensive caregiving enables clients to maintain quality of life, and to live safely in their homes.

Handles all employer responsibilities; assistance is available 24/7.

IHSS

10 N San Pedro Rd, Ste 1016, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-1024 • (415) 499-1012 pa-marin.org IHSS: In-Home Supportive Services and Public Authority of Marin is a government funded program that pays for caregivers so that low-income elderly, blind or disabled people can remain safely in their homes.

Institute on Aging

930 Tamalpais Ave., San Rafael CA (415) 456-8692 info@ioaging.org • ioaging.org Non-profit organization provides older adults with assistance through care coordination, household management, personal support, bookkeeping and professional fiduciary services.

Marin Independent Caregivers Network

(415) 382-9203 marincaregivers.com Stevie Alexander, Owner/Care Manager - Caregiving and care management service. Exceptional caregivers providing personalized elderly, disabled, recovery, and illness care.

Caregivers are CA State certified and experienced, screened, bonded, and insured. Monitored by Owner/Care Manager. Care Manager available 24/7. No Agency fees. Serving Marin County since 1996.

Aging Life Care Association ™

(520) 881-8008 aginglifecare.org Aging Life Care Association ™ & Aging Life Care ™ Management - Geriatric Management Aging Life Care professionals. See website for a directory of Aging Life Care Professionals ™ and Care Managers.

Are you…

• Turning 65?

• Living with a chronic condition such as diabetes or heart disease?

• Receiving extra help from Medicare to pay for medications?

• Losing coverage with an employer?

• Living in a new area from a recent move?

If you’re looking for a new Medicare Advantage plan that fits your specific needs, you may be eligible to join SCAN Health Plan® year-round.

Find out if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.

Cara Suminski 415-720-2133 SCAN Health Plan is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in SCAN Health Plan depends on contract renewal.

Generally, members may enroll in SCAN only during specific times of the year unless you meet certain special election criteria.

For more information, or to learn if you qualify for a special election period, please contact SCAN Health Plan, or you may visit www.scanhealthplan.com. This information is available for free in other languages. For more information, contact the plan.

Esta información está disponible gratuitamente en otros idiomas. Comuníquese con el plan para obtener más información.

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CARE MANAGEMENT • COMPANIONSHIP • COMPUTER SERVICES • CONSUMER SERVICES

North Bay Eldercare Options

145 Town Center, Ste 414, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 460-6333 Michele@NorthBayEldercare.com northbayeldercare.com Michele Boudinot, MA, CMC 7 & Owner is a credentialed Gerontologist and Certified Care Manager who works with eldercare professionals, including a geriatric nurse practitioners and geriatric social workers to provide personalized care management. “

Seniors At Home

600 Fifth Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 507-0564 Info@SeniorsAtHome.org • SeniorsAtHome.org Award-winning programs include home care, care management, dementia care, palliative care and fiduciary services. Highly-trained caregivers help seniors live safely and with dignity at home. Part of Jewish Family & Children’s Services, a trusted institution providing local care since 1850.

West Marin Senior Services

11435 State Hwy 1 P.O. Box 791 Pt. Reyes Station CA 94956 (415) 663-8148 wmss.org Care management of at-risk older adults and seniors. Medical equipment loans. Volunteer opportunities include delivering meals, driving seniors, friendly visits and helping at the Community Lunch.

COMPANIONSHIP LITA

4340 Redwood Hwy, F101, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 472-5482 litamarin@sbcglobal.net • litamarin.org Love is the Answer (LITA) - Provides volunteer adults, youth, children and pets as weekly visitors & for lonely, isolated elderly living in long-term care facilities. Volunteers establish ongoing friendships. New volunteers are most welcome.

ElderWISE

(415) 563-8143 Our mission is to help elders overcome isolation and loneliness by creating a non-on-one match between seniors age 60 and older with volunteers willing to be a compassionate presence in an elder’s life.

Home Helpers

21 Golden Gate Dr, Ste A, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 451-0100 homehelpershomecare.com Choices for Living - Comprehensive housing resource guide includes a list of all older adult housing options, including independent, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities, with a description of their services and fees.

COMPUTER SERVICES Computers Made Easy

(415) 475-1930 Debbie@made-easy.net • made-easy.net Personalized, in-home, one-on-one training on computers (PC and Mac), smartphones (iPhones and Android) and tablets (iPad, Nook, Kindle). Sign up with a technology tour guide!

Golden Gate Computer Society

P.O. Box 151696, San Rafael CA 94915 (415) 454-5556 info@ggcs.org ggcs.org The Golden Gate Computer Society is one of the foremost PC user groups in the San Francisco Bay Area. In a nutshell, we are “users helping users.” We offer monthly meetings, newsletter and classes.

Marin County Library Computer Tutoring

3501 Civic Center Drive, RM 427 4th Floor San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-6058 Free one-to-one computer tutoring available at most city and county library branches. By appointment only.

San Rafael Public Library Computer Tutoring

1100 E St. @ 5th Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 485-3317 marilyn.boatright@cityofsanrafael.org cityofsanrafael.org Volunteer tutors give free one-on-one instruction in basic use of the Internet. 1-hour sessions with our volunteer tutors for help with computer basics at the San Rafael Downtown location.

Technology For Life

822 College Avenue #303, Kentfield CA 94914 (415) 325-5790 info@technology4life.org • technology4life.org Our mission is to educate adults in the use of technology to enable them to remain vital, independent, and connected to their families and community. We offer group classes and oneon-one private instruction.

CONSUMER SERVICES Better Business Bureau

(866) 411-2221 info@bbbemail.org • bbbgoldengate.org Receives complaints about local businesses.

Edward Naegel Hair Cutting

1368 Lincoln Ave, Ste 113, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-0407 en99zen@yahoo.com Senior Day Mondays only from 10 to 3 pm. Haircuts $12 for men and women. Easy to park

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CONSUMER SERVICES • COUNSELING SERVICES

Estate Services

(415) 233-3210 myestateservices@gmail.com • myestateservices.com Handles every detail of closing up a home from cat to car.

Services include: Taking inventory, moving, shipping, storing, selling, etc. Strong local references.

Marin County District Attorney’s Consumer Protection Office 3501 Civic Center Dr, Rm 130, San Rafael 94903 (415) 499-6495 marincounty.org/depts/da/consumer-protection-unit Consumer rights information and mediation between consumers and businesses. Also, takes appropriate prosecutorial action, if necessary. No fees or charges.

Prandi Property Management Marin Municipal 1321 Water Third St District

Community Violence Solutions

30 N San Pedro Rd, Ste 170, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 259-2850 • Office(415) 259-2851 Crisis: (800) 670-7273 admin@cvsolutions.org • cvsolutions.org Nonprofit, formerly Rape Crisis Center, provides free counseling and advocacy for victims of sexual trauma, including childhood and elder sexual abuse. Confidential 24-hour crisis line. Support group and self-defense classes available.

Compassion & Choices Northern California 3055 Wilshire Blvd. Ste 1010, Los Angeles CA 90010 (866) 825-8967 admin@compassionandchoicesnca.org compassionandchoicesnca.org Works to improve care and expand choices at the end of life.

We support, educate and advocate.

Family Service Agency of Marin

220 Nellen Ave,San Corte Madera CA 94925 Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 945-1400 (415) Customer Service/Billing 482-9988 (415) 945-1520 www.prandiprop.com Water Conservation marinwater.org Residential leasing, full-time property Public water agencymanagement, serving Southtenant and Central Marin County. and document Offers low income preparation. and medical A disability discounts, third family-run business youparty notification service,can conservation assistance andofmore. trust with over 30 years experience.

COUNSELING SERVICES

PO Box 4369, San Rafael CA 94913 (415) 499-1195 24/7 mlopes@fsamarin.org fsamarin.org Six sessions of grief counseling on a sliding fee scale for Marin County residents who have lost a loved one in the past year

Hospice By The Bay

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Larkspur CA 94939 (415) 927-2273 hospicebythebay.org Quality hospice and palliative care and grief counseling in Marin, San Francisco, North San Mateo and Sonoma counties.

Living/Dying Project

FamilyWorks

4 Joseph Ct, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-0720 candy@familyworks.org • familyworks.org Nonprofit provides sliding fee scale services on Parent/Child counseling and classes that address life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, anger, and stress, etc.

Community Healing Centers

275 Miller Ave, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 499-1115 apryor@communityhealingcenter.org communityhealingcenters.org Counseling, psychotherapy, stress management, grief and loss counseling.

Community Institute for Psychotherapy 1330 Lincoln Ave, Ste 201, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-5999 cipmarin.org Psychotherapy and counseling for individuals and families on a sliding scale. Focus includes depression, anxiety, grief counseling and family disputes.

PO Box 357, Fairfax CA 94978 (415) 456-3915 info@livingdying.org livingdying.org Free-of-charge emotional and spiritual support for people with life-threatening illness and those who care for them.

Nancy Rhine, MS, LMFT

15 Austin Ave, San Anselmo CA 94960 (415) 378-6577 nancyrhine.com Counseling and consultation for older adults and families. How to cope with challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, illness and stress. Offices located at the Interfaith Counseling Center.

The Spahr Center

910 Irwin Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2487 www.thespahrcenter.org Irwin Street Counseling is a program of the Spahr Center.

We offer counseling for teens, families, adults and seniors.

Our therapists specialize in LGBTQ services. We also offer counseling for people covered by MediCal. We also accept private pay and offer a sliding fee scale.

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CRISIS INTERVENTION • DISABLED ADULT SERVICES

Senior Peer Counseling Program and A.C.A.S.A. Marin County Mental Health Substance Use Services

10 N. San Pedro Road Ste 1020, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-4306 marincounty.org Comprehensive assessment, counseling and consultation to adults 60 + as well as older adult peer counseling in English and Spanish. Amigos Consejeros a Su Alcance (A.C.A.S.A.)

CRISIS INTERVENTION Center for Domestic Peace, Home of MAWS

734 A Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2464 mhedlund@c4dp.org • centerfordomesticpeace.org Programs for victims of domestic violence including two 24hour hotlines to call, emergency shelter, transitional housing and program support for families, women’s support groups and advocacy.

Community Violence Solutions

30 N San Pedro Rd Ste 170, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 259-2850 • Office(415) 259-2851 Crisis: (800) 670-7273 admin@cvsolutions.org • cvsolutions.org Nonprofit, formerly Rape Crisis Center, provides free counseling and advocacy for victims of sexual trauma, including childhood and elder sexual abuse. Confidential 24-hour crisis line. Support group and self-defense classes available.

Institute on Aging Friendship Line for the Elderly

3575 Geary Blvd, San Francisco CA 94118 (415) 752-3778 • (800) 971-0016 ioaging.org A 24-hour emotional support and telephone companionship program, as well as a crisis intervention service for individuals over 60 years of age.

Marin County Adult Protective Services

10 N. San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 457-4636 www.MarinHHS.org Takes reports and investigates elder and dependent adult abuse.

Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotline

555 Northgate Dr. San Rafael CA 94903 Call for support: (415) 491-5700 Llame para apoyo:(415) 491-5720 24/7 Suicide Hotline: (415) 499-1100 24/7 Grief Counseling: (415) 499-1195 To make an appointment call: (415) 491-5700 fsa@fsamarin.org • fsamarin.org Family Service Agency of Marin - Crisis intervention and suicide prevention with hotline available 24 hours a day.

DISABLED ADULT SERVICES California Department of Rehabilitation

75 Rowland Way, Ste 370 Novato CA 94945 (415) 893-7702 dor.ca.gov Works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living and equality for individuals with disabilities.

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) P.O. Box 446, Santa Rosa CA 95402-0446 (866) 224-3647 info@cci.org cci.org CCI a nonprofit, enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.

College of Marin — Student Accessibility Services

835 College Ave, Kentfield CA 94904 (415) 457-8811 marin.edu Kentfield Campus - Counseling for disabled students. Variety of classes and services support seniors. Information and referrals for all.

Easter Seals of Northern California (925) 849-8999 noca.easterseals.com Small equipment loan program for the disabled.

Guardian Angel Driving Safety Services

526 3rd Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 261-4221 MarinDrivingServices@gmail.com GuardianAngelDrivingAcademy.com Behind-the-Wheel Driving Assessments; DMV Drive Test Preparation; DMV Safety Hearings Assistance; Driver Retraining & Rehabilitation; Forensic Evaluations; Refresher & Confidence Building Programs.

Homeward Bound of Marin

1399 N. Hamilton Parkway, Novato CA 94949 (415) 382-3532 Gabeterry@hbofm.org hbofm.org/ Temporary housing for single adults, elders and disabled homeless due to some emergency. Limited additional services.

Small fees. Emergency night time shelter — pre-screening required. Emergency food and case management.

IHSS

10 N San Pedro Rd, Ste 1016 San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-1024 • (415) 499-1012 info@pa.marin.org • pa-marin.org In-Home Supportive Services and Public Authority of Marin, a government-funded program, pays for caregivers so that lowincome elderly, blind or disabled people can remain safely in their homes. Recruits and trains providers.

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DISABLED ADULT SERVICES

Library Beyond Walls

PO Box 1330, Pt. Reyes Station CA 94956 (415) 663-8818 • marinlibrary.org Marin County Free Library - Volunteers help home-bound Marin residents select library materials at their homes, and then deliver those materials.

Lifehouse

899 Northgate Dr, Ste 500, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 472-2373 mail@lifehouseagency.org • lifehouseagency.org Opening the doors of opportunity and independence to individuals with developmental disabilities through community integration, life-skill training, advocacy, referral and information. To meet community need, Lifehouse has expanded its services to effectively address the needs of those with autism spectrum disorders.

A Senior Services Agency offering Geriatric Care Management RN resource specialist and advocate for seniors and their families

Home Care Aide Services

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired

1155 Market Street (as of April 1, 2016) San Francisco, CA (415) 431-1481 • Video Phone: (510) 356-0018 Located directly above Civic Center MUNI/BART lighthouse-sf.org We provide training, resources and support for low vision/blind bay area residents. Services include: Independent Living Skills training; Access Technology instruction; cane travel for independence; Low Vision Clinic; Adaptations Store (adaptive devices) & Demonstration Services; Tactile Map & Braille Translation; short-term residential training and Deaf-blind services.

Full-Service Agency Agency is Employer Insured, Bonded

LightHouse of Marin

851 Irwin Street, Suite 206 2nd Floor San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 258-8496 lighthouse-sf.org Loss of vision requires learning methods for reading, traveling in the community, computer access and daily activities. Provide counseling, training and resources available in English, Spanish and other languages. Open M - Th 8:30-5:00.

Marin Access Operated by Whistlestop

930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael CA 94901” (415) 454-0964 (800) 454-0964 (outside of Marin) whistlestop.org Door-to-door transportation for people with disabilities who are unable to use public transit. An eligibility application must be approved prior to service. Call or visit Whistlestop’s website for further information.

Marin Center for Independent Living

710 Fourth St., San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-6245 mcilkathleen@gmail.com • marincil.org Service and advocacy for older adults and people with all types of disabilities and medical conditions to help achieve a maximum level of sustainable independence and quality of life.

Since 1979.

Dignity • Respect Personal Care • Safety All Services Managed by Owner Nancy Mack, RN, PHN, GCM (415) 457-2256 HealthCareConnectionLLC.com

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DISABLED ADULT SERVICES • DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

North Coast Mobility

Whistlestop Wheels/ Marin Access

1281 Andersen Dr, Ste F, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-1664 Repair of wheelchairs, walkers, scooters and vehicle lift ramps.

Sale of used and new equipment.

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 454-0902 navigator@whistlestop.org whistlestop.org Door-to-door personalized transportation for people with disabilities who are unable to use public transit. Eligibility application must be approved prior to service.

Osher Marin Jewish Community Center

200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 444-8000 info@marinjcc.org • marinjcc.org Full schedule of aquatic and land-based therapeutic exercise programs.

Kindred at Home

185 N. Redwood Dr, Ste 150, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-8400 kindredhealthcare.com Full-service agency offers in-home skilled nursing, rehab and non-medical personal care with trained clinicians and caregivers. Primary mission: Quality care and helping seniors remain in their homes.

San Anselmo Library Outreach Program

110 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo CA 94960 (415) 258-4656 Program is being reevaluated. Volunteers deliver regular and large print books, audio books and cassette tapes to San Anselmo residents in retirement homes, convalescent hospitals and private homes. Call for updated information.

San Rafael Public Library Outreach Program

1100 E St. @ 5th Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 485-3317 marilyn.boatright@cityofsanrafael.org cityofsanrafael.org Marilyn Boatright and Volunteers deliver regular and large print books, plus audio books on CDs and cassette tapes to San Rafael residents in retirement homes, convalescent hospitals and private homes.

Social Security Administration

1001 Lootens Place, 3rd Floor, San Rafael CA 94901 (800) 772-1213 • (866) 964-5501 ssa.gov Disability insurance (SSDI) available to eligible disabled workers. Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI) available to eligible low income disabled persons.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Just like Julie, you too could be making a difference in the life of a senior in Marin!

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS Administration on Aging — Emergency Preparedness

330 C St SW, Washington DC 20201 (800) 677-1116 acl.gov/Get_Help/Preparedness/Index.aspx Website has a wealth of information on everything needed to be prepared for an emergency. See link on Emergency Preparedness.

American Red Cross

712 Fifth Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 721-2365 • (888) 443-5722 redcrossbayarea.org Assistance to fire and disaster victims in addition to educational programs.

Marin County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services

1600 Los Gamos Dr, Ste 385, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-6584 alertmarin.org • readymarin.org Efforts support local jurisdictions to protect life, property and the environment by developing, coordinating and managing programs that prevent, respond to and recover from natural and man-made disasters and emergencies.

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Call 415-389-3131 for a location near you. • readymarin.org Learn all you need to be prepared for a large scale emergency. Check out our website for information on: Ready Kids, Ready Seniors, Ready Pets, Ready Businesses and Ready Neighborhoods. Take the Get Ready class, a 1 ½ hour free class on preparedness offered Serving the Bay Area since 1996. A+ rating from BBB. Call us for great rates. Take CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training, an 18 hr. training in fire suppression, light search & rescue and first aid.

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DISASTER PREPAREDNESS • EDUCATION

Salvation Army

351 Mission Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-4520 x10 Officers are trained to meet all kinds of emergencies by providing food, shelter, clothing and spiritual comfort during a disaster; often the first group to respond.

EDUCATION AARP Drivers Safety Program

(866) 448-3614 aarp.org/drive First-time and refresher courses for drivers 55 and older.

Most insurance companies offer discounts to qualified drivers completing the course. Call AARP directly with your zip code for local referral info.

AgeSong Marin

555 Northgate Dr., San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 491-5726 info@agesongmarin.org • agesongmarin.org Daytime discussion group on issues of aging for those 65 and older held once weekly for 8 weeks. Facilitated by experienced, mature leaders.

FamilyWorks

4 Joseph Ct, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-0720 candy@familyworks.org • familyworks.org Nonprofit agency provides sliding fee scale services on Parent & Child counseling, and classes addressing life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, anger, and stress, etc.

Outpatient Center • Advanced Wound & Burn Center • Hand Center • Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy Services • Spasticity management • Occupational Medicine

Getting You Back to Better www.kentfieldrehab.com 415.485.3541

Buck Institute for Age Research

8001 Redwood Blvd, Novato CA 94945 (415) 209-2000 lpalma@buckinstitute.org • buckinstitute.org Community lectures open to the public. Topics range from ground-breaking scientific research to social policy that include prominent speakers from all across the country. Call to subscribe to the newsletter.

Computers Made Easy

(415) 475-1930 Debbie@made-easy.net • made-easy.net Personalized, in-home, one-on-one training on computers (PC and Mac), smartphones (iPhones and Android) and tablets (iPad, Nook, Kindle). Sign up with a technology tour guide!

Emeritus College at College of Marin

(415) 485-9305 info@marincommunityed.com marin.edu/communityeducation Kentfield Campus and Indian Valley (Novato) Campus: Credit and non-credit Courses in the arts, computers, exercise, writing, hiking, out of doors, etc.

Customer Service/Billing: 415-945-1400  Discounted water rate programs for low income and medically disabled customers  Third party notification service for customers who may overlook paying their water bill  “EasyPay” your bill with automatic deductions from your checking account Conservation: 415-945-1520  Free on-site water use consultations  Rebates on a variety of water-saving items for your home and garden Emergencies 24/7: 415-945-1500 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, CA 94925

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EDUCATION • ELDER ABUSE • EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Golden Gate Computer Society

P.O. Box 151696, San Rafael CA 94915 (415) 454-5556 • info@ggcs.org • ggcs.org The Golden Gate Computer Society is one of the foremost PC user groups in the San Francisco Bay Area. In a nutshell, we are “users helping users.” We offer monthly meetings, newsletter and classes.

Kidney Community Education / CAM

29 Mary Street, 2nd Floor, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 526-7523 • (415) 583-7770 kce@camarin.org camarin.org/kce Kidney Community Education, a safety net program of Community Action Marin serves low-income seniors in need of a transplant, on dialysis or with kidney disease. Family & caregivers also welcome.

Marin County Office of Education

1111 Las Gallinas, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-5860 Regional Occupational Program (R.O.P.), vocational and technical education.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)

50 Acacia Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 458-3763 olli@dominican.edu • dominican.edu/olli Dominican University of California - OLLI at Dominican is a membership-driven community of adult learners. Anyone 50 or older may join at three levels of membership.

Tamalpais Union High School District Adult & Community Education (415) 945-3730 communityed@tamdistrict.org • marinlearn.com Call or go to the Website for information on class descriptions and schedules. Classes are held at different high school locations.

Whistlestop Active Aging Center

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-9062 whistlestop.org Educational classes in computers, language instruction, writing, arts and crafts, exercise, multicultural programs, and more!

ELDER ABUSE Center for Domestic Peace, Home of MAWS

734 A Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2464 mhedlund@c4dp.org • centerfordomesticpeace.org C4DP’s programs for victims of domestic violence include two 24-hour hotlines, emergency shelter, transitional housing and program support for such families, women’s support groups and advocacy.

Elder Financial Protection Network (EFPN) 1107 Ninth St., Ste 625, Sacramento CA 95814 (415) 956-5556 admin@efprotection.org • bewiseonline.org Dedicated to prevention of elder financial abuse. EFPN offers information and referrals, brochures, professional training, community outreach and speakers’ bureau information.

Marin County Adult Protective Services

10 N. San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 457-4636 www.MarinHHS.org Takes reports and investigates elder and dependent adult abuse.

Marin County Ombudsman Program

10 North San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 473-7446 ombudsman@marincounty.org Free and confidential advocates for residents in long term care facilities (Skilled Nursing and Residential Care for the Elderly.)

We investigate complaints and assist with placement.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES College of Marin Re-Entry Services

Student Services Building Rm # 145, 835 College Ave Kentfield CA 94904 (415) 457-8811 • marin.edu Kentfield & Indian Valley (Novato) assists adults 25 years and older entering college after a break in their education.

Academic, personal and career counseling, as well as information and referral for campus and community services.

Jackson Café

Fresh. Affordable. Delicious.

Open for lunch every weekday to the public.

Located in Whistlestop Active Aging Center.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES • END OF LIFE

Marin Employment Connection (MEC)

Helping You Maintain

3rd floor, 120 N Redwood Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-3300 • marinemployment.org Members support employers and job seekers with a variety of services. MEC can supply auxiliary aides and services for disabled individuals.

Your Independence

National Council on Aging—SCSEP

120 N Redwood Hwy, San Rafael CA 94903 ncoa.org/economic-security/matureworkers/scsep/ Senior Community Service Employment Program, Title V - SCSEP provides useful and meaningful part-time training.

Participants must be low-income Marin County residents at least 55 years old.

YWCA 50-Plus Employment — Support Program for Women

4380 Redwood Hwy, Ste 1A, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 479-YWCA (9922) gretchen@ywcasf-marin.org • ywcasf-marin.org Program for women over 50 seeking employment. Services are free and include skills identification and development, resume assistance, job search workshops, support groups and job referrals.

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Keaton’s Mortuaries

Keaton’s Mortuary, FD6 1022 E Street, San Rafael 415-453-0571 Keaton’s Redwood Chapel, FD1137 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato 415-897-1151 Keaton’s is Marin County’s most trusted name in Funeral and Cremation services since 1920. We specialize in traditional funeral services as well as contemporary celebrations of life. Contact us for our regular schedule of seminary regarding pre-planning. Se habla espanol.

Hospice By The Bay

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Larkspur CA 94939 (415) 927-2273 hospicebythebay.org Quality hospice and palliative care and grief counseling in Marin, San Francisco, North San Mateo and Sonoma counties.

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EQUIPMENT • FAITH COMMUNITIES • FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE • FINANCIAL SERVICES

EQUIPMENT

North Coast Mobility

(925) 849-8999 • noca.easterseals.com Small equipment loan program for the disabled.

1281 Andersen Dr, Ste F, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-1664 • norcoastmobility.com Repair of wheelchairs, walkers, scooters and vehicle lift ramps.

Sale of used and new equipment.

Golden Years Medical, Inc.

West Marin Senior Services

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1013 2nd Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 453-6500 Info@goldenyearsmedical.com goldenyearsmedical.com Regain your independence today! Visit our showroom: Power wheelchairs, scooters, incontinent supplies, bathroom products, diabetic shoes, liftchairs, orthotics, pain management devices.

Accept: Medicare, Rent/Sale

Hear Now

6700 Washington Ave. South, Eden Prarie MN 55344 (800) 648-4327 nonprofit@starkey.com starkeyhearingfoundation.org Nonprofit national organization that provides hearing aids and cochlear implants to older adults with limited financial resources.

Hear So Good Audiology & Hearing Aids

2154 4th Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-4327 info@hearsogood.com • hearsogood.com We customize hearing aids to fit you for minimum hassle and maximum benefit. If you are not being helped with your current hearing aids we can likely adjust them to your satisfaction for a modest fee.

Home CARES Equipment Recyclers

3100 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 388-8198 homecares.org Reusable home healthcare equipment Items are given to individuals with no charge, who otherwise would have difficulty obtaining them. Accepts donations of used equipment, as well as unopened disposable medical supplies.

Marin Hearing Center

45 San Clemente Dr, Ste # D140 Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-1567 kim@marinhearingcenter.com • marinhearingcenter.com We help hearing impaired individuals maximize their residual hearing and improve their quality of life. Hearing aids offered at very affordable rates.

Marin Medical Equipment Recyclers (HomeCARES)

3100 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 388-8198 info@MMERecyclers.org MarinMedicalEquipmentRecyclers.org Accepts donations of clean and useable healthcare equipment and supplies. Gives them to individuals in Marin - Free.

Wednesday 11am-2pm only.

11435 State Hwy 1, PO Box 791 Pt Reyes Station CA 94956 (415) 663-8148 • wmss.org Care management of at-risk older adults and seniors. Medical equipment loans. Volunteer opportunities to include delivering meals, driving seniors, friendly visits and helping at the Community lunch.

FAITH COMMUNITIES Nazareth House

245 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 479-8282 lynettam@nazarethhousesr.com nazarethhousesr.com Non-profit retirement home providing full service residential care and assisted living for approximately 120 residents.

Services range from Basic to Level 4 assisted living in our Care Center. 24 hour nurse staff and hospice care are available.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Medi-Cal Assistance Department of Health & Human Services

120 North Redwood Dr., San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 473-3470 dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/pages/default.aspx Department of Health and Human Services. Federal and state-funded medical assistance program provides benefits to qualifying low-income persons.

FINANCIAL SERVICES Advantage Home Loans

Dominique Stevens Senior Mortgage Advisor (415) 250-8908 ds@dominiquestevens.com Eliminate Mortgage Payments Forever with the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage • Retain Home ownership • FHA/HUD Insured Program • Receive Monthly Payments or Lump Sum • Live Comfortably in Your Own Home • Many Options Available Call Today for a FREE Information Kit and No Obligation Consultation

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

CARE

(800) 743-2273 • (800) 743-5000 PG&E careprogram@pge.com pge.com California Alternate Rates for Energy - Program provides discounts on utility bills for lowincome households. Call for eligibility.

Elder Financial Protection Network (EFPN) (415) 956-5556 admin@efprotection.org • bewiseonline.org Dedicated to the prevention of elder financial abuse, EFPN offers information and referrals, brochures, professional training, community outreach and speakers bureau information.

HEAP

403 Fourth St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 526-7550 camarin.org Home Energy Assistance Program. Program provides discounts on utility bills for low-income households. Call for eligibility.

Homa Rassouli Reverse Mortgage Specialist

7250 Redwood Blvd Suite 300 Novato 415-717-4618 If you are 62 or older, you may be able to benefit by tapping into your home’s equity with a FHA insured HECM.

IOA — Institute on Aging 3575 Geary Blvd., San Francisco CA 94118 (415) 750-4111 info@ioaging.org • ioaging.org Care Management and Fiduciary Services. A non-profit organization providing seniors assistance and care coordination, household management, personal support, bookkeeping and professional fiduciary services.

Marin Housing Authority

4020 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 491-2550 • marinhousing.org The Housing Authority of the County of Marin, Marin Housing is a public corporation authorized to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing for low and moderate income people.

Real Estate Sales

Mr. John S. Adlam, Direct (415) 408-1244 Alain Pinel Realtors Realtor License No.#00884407 jadlam@apr.com • apr.com/jadlam 25+ years of exclusive focus on the sale(s) of high end residential real estate representing property owners and their heirs in Marin County and San Francisco. Special care and attention to the needs of family and their estates during their transitions.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES • FOOD & NUTRITION

Mary-Alice Cardenas Reverse Mortgage Specialist

NMLS #486646 415-233-1007 mcardenas@reversefunding.com reversefunding.com/maryalice-cardenas Committed to helping seniors maintain and enhance quality of life and financial freedom by accessing the equity in their home through a Reverse Mortgage.

Novato Human Needs Center

1907 Novato Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 897-4147 nhnc.org One-time financial assistance for older or disabled adults.

Homeless families or those at risk of being homeless receive a one-time payment of rent or mortgage. Also includes needs grants for assistance with medical bills and special equipment.

Sonoma Council on Aging

30 Kawana Springs Rd, Santa Rosa CA 95404 (707) 525-0143 councilonaging.com Case management, conservatorship, daily money management, friendly visitors, as well as information and referral. Also, meals on wheels, mediation, mental health and older adult day services, helper list, legal and volunteer services.

Unemployment Insurance

(800) 300-5616 edd.ca.gov California Employment Development Department - Benefits for unemployed workers.

SparkPoint Marin Center

409 4th St., San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 526-7530 sparkpoint@uwba.org • sparkpointcenters.org Financial coaches can help you create step-by-step plans to address your unique needs and achieve your goals by providing the tools to: build your career, free tax help, improve your credit, start a small business and learn about public benefits, etc.

FOOD & NUTRITION Brown Bag Pantry at Whistlestop

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-9067 info@whistlestop.org whistlestop.org In partnership with San Francisco-Marin Food Bank: A weekly farmer’s market style pantry of nutritious groceries for low-income older adults 60+.

Canal Alliance

91 Larkspur St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 454-2640 canalalliance.org Assistance for Canal area residents, including food distribution, immigration issues, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, technology training and family advocacy.

Ceres Community Project of Marin

PO Box 151049, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 488-5053 lindad@marin.ceresproject.org marin.ceresproject.org Ceres brings local teens into a professional kitchen to learn and prepare nourishing, health-supportive meals that are delivered by volunteers to cancer patients in Marin. They prepare meals two days each week in Whistlestop’s Jackson Café kitchen.

Corte Madera Community Center

498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-5072 www.cmparksandrec.org Enjoy an organic, well-balanced hot lunch provided by Good Earth Natural Foods and conversation with friends! Once a month representatives from local senior organizations will give presentations and provide information. Every Thursday from 12-12:45 pm at the Corte Madera Community Center. Senior suggested donation $3; $6 for those under 60 years old. No lunch served on holidays.

Food Stamps or CalFresh

120 N Redwood Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-3400 • (415) 663-8271 West Marin getcalfresh.org Federal food assistance program available to eligible persons.

Residents can apply at the West Marin Center, 100 6th St, Pt. Reyes Station, tel (415) 473-3800 and Marin County. Cal Works; Cal Fresh.

Good Earth Organic lunch program at the Margaret Todd Senior Center

1560 Hill Rd, Novato CA 94945 (415) 382-1334 Hot lunch served: Tues, Wed, and Thurs at 12 noon. Provided

by Good Earth Organic Natural Foods. Make your reservation by 4pm the day before you go. Donations: $3.00 for adults 60+ and $6.00 for adults under 60.

SF-Marin Food Bank

75 Digital Dr, Novato CA 94949 (415) 883-1302 sfmfoodbank.org/get-food Disburses supplemental food throughout Marin County through its partnership agencies.

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FOOD & NUTRITION • GRIEF COUNSELING

Meals from Friends

San Rafael Home Delivered Groceries

Novato Human Needs Center

St. Hilary Church

11435 State Hwy 1, Pt. Reyes Station CA 94956 (415) 663-8148 x103 cathy@wmss.org • wmss.org West Marin Senior Services - If you are 60+, live in West Marin and are homebound we have friendly reliable volunteers who can deliver fresh chilled meals to your home. Suggested donation $3.50/meal. Increased donation if under 60 years old.

1907 Novato Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 897-4147 nhnc.org Emergency Food: 3-day supply for low-income people, as well as referrals to free dining rooms, food pantries. Vouchers for baby food, formula also available. U.S. Surplus Food: Novato distribution site. Low-income residents receive food once a month.

Novato Independent Elders Program (NIEP)

At Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato CA 94947 (415) 899-8296 cmoore@jtm-esc.org • novato.org/prcs Provides multiple wellness and food programs for older adults.

Food programs include lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe, Home Delivered Grocery Program, Brown Bag Market and the Senior Produce Market.

West Marin Senior Services Point Reyes Station Community Lunch

The Dance Palace 503 B St Pt. Reyes Station CA 94956 (415) 663-8148 x104 cathy@wmss.org • wmss.org West Marin Senior Services (WMSS) Hot lunch on Thursday at 12 noon only . which is often organic. All are welcome.

Reservations required 1 week in advance. Donation of $6.00 if under 60yrs; $3.00 if 60+yrs.

San Geronimo Valley Community Center

6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, PO Box 194 San Geronimo CA 94963 (415) 488-8888 nutrition@sgvcc.org • sgvcc.org Senior Lunch and Food Pantry on Mon and Thurs only.

Organic meals served. Must qualify for Food Pantry. Education, music and senior activities: health-related workshops, book club, writing group, ping pong, Qi Gong and yoga.

San Rafael Goldenaires

618 B St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 485-3348 www.cityofsanrafael.org San Rafael Community Center serves hot lunches at 11 am Wed (except 3rd Wed of month).

930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-9062 info@whistlestop.org • whistlestop.org A collaboration between Whistlestop, San Rafael Safeway, Episcopal Senior Communities, and Novato Independent Elders Program. - This program is available for San Rafael homebound older adults 60+ who need shopping assistance.

761 Hilary Dr, Tiburon CA 94920 (415) 435-1122 Diana421@aol.com • sthilary.org Offers a free senior lunch the third Thurs of each month at 11 am. Contact Diana for more information.

St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room

820 B St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 454-3303 • vinnies.org Serves free meals Mon-Sun. Breakfast served 7-9 am and hot lunch from 11 am-1 pm. Open to the public.

Whistlestop’s Jackson Café Whistlestop Meals on Wheels 930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-9062 457-4636 info@whistlestop.org info@whistlestop.org whistlestop.org In partnership with the County of Marin In Homeward Bound of andpartnership the Councilwith on Aging - Friendly, Marin Serves fresh, delicious reliable-drivers deliveraffordable, fresh, chilled meals at reduced rateolder for those to ahomebound adults60+.

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The café, open to the public Suggested contribution $3.5011:30am a meal. to 2:00pm. Mon-Fri, features entrée du jour, soups, salads and sandwiches.

GRIEF COUNSELING Community Healing Centers

275 Miller Ave, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 499-1115 apryor@communityhealingcenter.org communityhealingcenters.org Counseling, psychotherapy, stress-management, grief and loss counseling.

Community Institute for Psychotherapy

1330 Lincoln Ave, Ste 201, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-5999 • cipmarin.org Psychotherapy and counseling for individuals and families on a sliding fee scale. Focus includes depression, anxiety, grief counseling and family disputes.

Family Service Agency of Marin

PO Box 4369, San Rafael CA 94913 (415) 499-1195 24/7 mlopes@fsamarin.org • fsamarin.org Six sessions of grief counseling on a sliding fee scale for Marin County residents who have lost a loved one in the past year.

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GRIEF COUNSELING • HEALTH CARE — ALZHEIMER’S

Nancy Rhine, MS, LMFT

15 Austin Ave., San Anselmo CA 94960 (415) 378-6577 nancyrhine.com Counseling and consultation for older adults and families. How to cope with challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, illness and stress. Offices located at the Interfaith Counseling Center.

Our Lady of Loretto Church

1806 Novato Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 897-2171 church@ollnovato.org • ollnovato.org Offers support groups, counseling and grief counseling. Please contact Sister Jeanette Lombardi for more information.

The Compassionate Friends of Marin

Meetings held at: Lucas Valley Community Church 2000 Las Gallinas Road at Lucas Valley Road San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 457-3123 tcf.marin@comcast.net tcfmarin.org A national non-profit, self-help organization offering friendship and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause.

HEALTH CARE Fit For Life

PO Box 844, Fairfax CA 94978 (415) 453-6130 betsybest@comcast.net • fitforlifebetsybest.com Personalized 1-1 functional fitness training including strength, flexibility, posture, balance and fall prevention techniques. Betsy Best-Martini MS CTRS, is a rehab therapist with 25+ years working with older adults. She teaches group fitness classes.

Golden Years Medical, Inc.

1013 2nd Street San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 453-6500 Info@goldenyearsmedical.com goldenyearsmedical.com Regain your independence today! Visit our showroom: Power wheelchairs, scooters, incontinent supplies, bathroom products, diabetic shoes, liftchairs, orthotics, pain management devices.

For rent and for sale. Accepts: Medicare

In-Home Therapy Services of Marin

195 Nova Albion Way, Ste. 36, San Rafael CA 94903 (888) 253-6077 inhomemarin@yahoo.com inhometherapyservicesofmarin.com Physical therapy for older adults to improve mobility, independence and restore quality of life in patients’ homes, including retirement communities, independent living and assisted living facilities. Therapy covered by Medicare Part B.

Marin Adult Day Health Center

1905 Novato Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 897-6884 hrylance@lifelongmedical.org • lifelongmedical.org Licensed health facility provides organized day program of therapeutic, social and health activities and services Mon-Fri for those with functional impairments to restore or maintain optimal self-care.

SCAN Health Plan

Marin County: (415) 720-2133 CSuminski@ScanHealthPlan.com www.ScanHealthPlan.com A not-for-profit health plan founded in 1977 for people with Medicare. Three (3) Medicare Advantage Plan options are available in Marin: Classic Plan, Balance Plan (for people with Diabetes) and Heart First Plan (for people with heart disease).

Sutter Care at Home

100 Rowland Way, Ste. 215, Novato CA 94945 (415) 209-7700 SutterCareAtHome@sutterhealth.org • sutterhealth.org Professional manager first listens to you, your elder and family, then helps set reachable goals, as well as a plan to realize those goals, so that clients live as independently as possible.

HEALTH CARE – ALZHEIMER’S Aegis Living of Corte Madera

5555 Paradise Dr. Corte Madera CA 94925 ( 415) 927-4200 juliana.makin@aegisliving.com aegisofcortemadera.com Pet-friendly assisted living community with 118 apartments.

Exceptional assisted living services for active people with the need for help with activities of daily living. Memory Care for older people with mild to significant levels of memory loss.

Alzheimer’s Association of Marin

4340 Redwood Highway, Ste D-314 San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 472-4340 • (800) 272-3900 norcal-info@alz.org • www.alz.org/norcal Information and support to families, including education programs, support groups, Helpline 24/7 and family consultation services.

California Registry

(800) 777-7575 elderlink@elderlink.org • elderlink.org Information and referrals to older adults on housing options, including assisted living, residential care and Alzheimer’s referrals throughout the state.

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HEALTH CARE – ALZHEIMER’S • BLOOD BANK

Right at Home

www.etheridgecare.com

Laurel Etheridge Laurel Etheridge Certified Geriatric Care Manager Certified Geriatric Care Manager AFA Dementia Care Specialist AFA Dementia Care Specialist

415.640.0236 415.640.0236

www.etheridgecare.com

Helping Families with Etheridge the Challenges of AgingCare Management Helping Families with the Challenges of Aging and Care andDementia Dementia Care

936B 7th St. #162, Novato CA 94945 (415) 640-0236 Laurel@etheridgecare.com etheridgecare.com Helping Families with Challenges of Aging Expert consultationtheand care management by a certified and Dementia Care Professional Geriatric Care Manager with over 25 years experience. Help for families dealing with the challenges of aging and memory loss. www.etheridgecare.com

Laurel Etheridge Certified Geriatric Care Manager AFA Dementia Care Specialist

www.etheridgecare.com 415.640.0236

Laurel Etheridge Certified Geriatric Care Manager AFA Dementia Care Specialist

415.640.0236

Helping Families with the Challenges of Aging and Dementia Care

Marin Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital

30 Hacienda Dr, Tiburon CA 94920 (415) 435-4554 marinconvalescent.com A private 56 Bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility offering long term, short term and respite care. We have a wide range of available services.

121 Paul Drive, Suite A2, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 233-7855 care@rahmarin.com • rahmarin.com Right at Home provides in-home care and assistance for seniors and disabled adults in Marin County. We tailor our service to your needs through a Custom Care Plan and personalized Caregiver Matching.

Windchime of Marin

1111 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Kentfield CA 94904 (415) 482-4100 windchimeed@islllc.com • windchimeofmarin.com WindChime is Marin County’s exclusive memory care community. A charming home-like environment, landscaped gardens and private apartments. WindChime features a premier music and memory program, vibrant activities, and awardwinning dining. Our supportive staff is specially trained in all aspects of dementia care.

HEALTH CARE — BLOOD BANK Blood Centers of the Pacific

2324 Bethards Dr, Santa Rosa CA 95404 (707) 545-1222 info@bloodcenters.org • bloodcenters.org Full-service blood bank serving North Bay communities 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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HEALTH CARE – BLOOD BANK • CANCER • CLINICS • DENTAL SERVICES

Blood Centers of the Pacific

270 Masonic Ave., San Francisco CA 94118 (415) 567-6400 info@bloodcenters.org • bloodcenters.org Local donor site for Blood Centers of the Pacific.

American Cancer Society

1451 Guerneville Rd., Ste 220, Santa Rosa CA 95403 (888) 227-6333 eliza.schoellhorn@cancer.org • cancer.org “Look Good Feel Better” teaches cancer patients hands-on cosmetic techniques to help them cope with appearance-related side effects from chemotherapy and radiation treatments.

HEALTH CARE — CANCER National Cancer Institute (NCI)

(800) 422-6237 cancer.gov Personal, confidential help with the latest, most accurate cancer information for patients, their families, general public and health professionals in English and Spanish.

Center for Integrative Health & Wellness

1350 S Eliseo Dr, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 925-7620 wellness@maringeneral.org • maringeneral.org Offers 11 support groups: Everything from breast and prostate cancer to lymphoma and many more.

Marin Cancer Institute

1350 S Eliseo Dr, Ste 100, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 925-7822 maringeneral.org/programs-services/cancer Center for cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment led by specially trained physicians. Offers state-of-the-art technology and personalized holistic health care in a comfortable community setting.

HEALTH CARE — CLINICS Hearing & Speech Clinic

250 Bon Air Rd, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 925-7220 maringeneral.org Services for adults and children with communication disorders.

Physician referral and appointment necessary.

Marin Community Clinics

5 Bon Air Rd, Ste 117, Larkspur CA 94904 3110 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael CA 94901 6100 Redwood Blvd Novato, CA 94945 (415) 448-1500 marinclinic.org Independent, nonprofit organization provides medical service clinics. Sliding fee scale. Medi-Cal, Medicare and CMSP accepted.

Ritter Center

16 Ritter St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-8182 rittercenter.org No-cost primary and urgent care to low-income, homeless and uninsured patients. Also, adult immunizations and flu shots, testing for HIV, Hepatitis C, and TB, and medical exams. Call for general assistance and CalWORKs programs.

Sutter Health Terra Linda Urgent Care Health Plaza

4000 Civic Center Dr, Ste 206, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-4800 svnah.org Urgent care clinic for non-life threatening medical conditions, such as earaches, coughs and sprains. No appointment necessary. Sport physicals. Lab and radiology services. Hours: 11 am to 7 pm Mon-Fri and 9 am to 5 pm Sat and Sun.

HEALTH CARE — DENTAL SERVICES Denti-Cal

(800) 322-6384 denti-cal.ca.gov California Dept. of Health Care Services - Provides names of dentists accepting Medi-Cal.

Marin Community Clinics — Dental

3110 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 448-1500 x2 Independent, nonprofit organization providing dental clinics.

Sliding fee scale. Medi-Cal, Medicare and CMSP.

Marin County Dental Services

411 4th St., Ste C, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 473-5450 co.marin.ca.us/oralhealthprev Marin Dept. of Health & Human Services - Dental services to low-income Medi-Cal eligible Marin residents by appointment only.

Marin County Dental Society

175 N Redwood Dr, Ste 130, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 472-7974 exec@mcdsweb.org • mcdsweb.org Dental Care Information and Referrals

North Bay Dental

801 A St. San Rafael, CA Ph: 415-460-9744 • Fax: 415-460-9740 http://dentistbuttar.com/ Dr. Rupi Buttar offers a whole new level of personalized and anxiety-free dental care. She takes pride in establishing trustbased relationships and doing all that she can to foster a sense of trust among her patients. She is committed to excellence. North Bay Dental offers affordable, quality dental care and accepts all major PPO Insurances.

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HEALTH CARE – HEARING/AUDIOLOGY

HEALTH CARE — HEARING/AUDIOLOGY

Hear So Good Audiology & Hearing Aids

Deaf & Disabled Telecommunications Program (DDTP)

PO Box 30310, Stockton CA 95213.

Local walk-in service center 3075 Adeline St., Ste 260, Berkeley, CA (800) 806-1191 ddtp.org A Program of California Public Utilities Commission provides Californians who are deaf and disabled with specialized telephone equipment and relay services through the California Telephone Access Program and California Relay Service, respectively.

Hear Now

6700 Washington Ave. South, Eden Prarie MN 55344 (800) 648-4327 nonprofit@starkey.com starkeyhearingfoundation.org A nonprofit national organization that provides hearing aids and cochlear implants to older adults with limited financial resources.

Pursuing passions

2154 4th Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-4327 info@hearsogood.com • hearsogood.com We customize hearing aids to fit you for minimum hassle and maximum benefit. If you are not being helped with your current hearing aids we can likely adjust them to your satisfaction for a modest fee.

Hearing & Speech Clinic

250 Bon Air Rd, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 925-7220 maringeneral.org Services for adults and children with communication disorders.

Physician referral and appointment necessary.

Marin Hearing Center

45 San Clemente Dr., Suite D140 Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-1567 kim@marinhearingcenter.com MarinHearingCenter.com Personalized, professional care in Audiology, Hearing Aids, Tinnitus, and Auditory Rehabilitation.

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HEALTH CARE – HOSPITALS • KIDNEY DIALYSIS • MENTAL

The Hearing & Speech Center of Northern California

1234 Divisadero St, San Francisco CA 94115 (415) 921-7658 • hearingspeech.org Ensures clients have information, technology and resources to help them fully participate with friends, co-workers and loved ones. Educates and serves the public on issues relating to hearing loss and speech.

HEALTH CARE — HOSPITALS Kaiser Permanente Medical Center 99 Montecillo Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 444-2940 • kp.org Kaiser Hospital A full service facility.

Kentfield Rehabilitation and Specialty Hospital

1125 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Kentfield CA 94904 (415) 485-3541 • (415) 453 1765 Fax www.kentfieldrehab.com Kentfield’s outpatient center offers comprehensive therapy services. Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Hand Therapy, Spasticity Management, Advanced wound and Burn care, as well as Occupational Medicine Clinic.

Marin General Hospital

250 Bon Air Rd, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 925-7000 • www.maringeneral.org 24-Hour Emergency Department. Intensive Care. Orthopedic Specialty Program. Marin Cancer Institute. Marin Heart Institute.

Medical Center of Marin

101 Casa Buena Drive Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 924-4525 www.mcomarin.mcjr.net Medical Center of Marin is a locally owned, managed and completely equipped Urgent Care Clinic, conveniently locatedright off of Highway 101 in Corte Madera. Same day and walk-in appointments are always welcome. Our clinic has been providing Urgent Care excellence to our community for over 30 years.

Novato Community Hospital

180 Rowland Way, Novato CA 94945 (415) 209-1300 strebim@sutterhealth.org • novatocommunity.org 24 hr. Emergency Room, Certified Stroke Center, Intensive Care Unit, Specialty Bone and Joint Health Program.

San Francisco VA Medical Center

4150 Clement St, San Francisco CA 94121 (415) 221-4810 • (877) 487-2838 sanfrancisco.va.gov/ Patient-centered integrated health care for veterans providing excellent health care, research, and education.

HEALTH CARE — KIDNEY DIALYSIS DaVita: Kidney Disease and Dialysis

650 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 444-0376 Debbie.coote@davita.com • davita.com Kidney dialysis treatments and support. Open 6 days a week.

Satellite Kidney Dialysis

565 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 924-8622 Kidney dialysis treatments and support.

HEALTH CARE — MENTAL HHS Mental Health and Substance Use Services

3240 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 473-3696 • marinhhs.org Older adult peer counseling in English and Spanish. Amigos Consejeros a Su Alcance (ACASA). Comprehensive mental health assessment, counseling, and consultation to adults age 60 and older.

Living/Dying Project

PO Box 357, Fairfax CA 94978 (415) 456-3915 info@livingdying.org • livingdying.org Free emotional and spiritual support for people with lifethreatening illness and for the caregivers who care for them.

Marin Community Mental Health Services 250 Bon Air Rd, Unit B, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 473-6835 • Crisis Unit (415) 473-6666 Psychiatric services for Marin County residents with mental health issues. Unit to assist residents in acute crisis.

Marin General Hospital Behavioral Health Outpatient Services

250 Bon Air Rd, Unit A, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 925-7679 www.maringeneral.org Older Adult Program. Transitional services for major depression, anxiety disorders, affective disorders, schizophrenia, psychiatric after-care and some case management.

National Institute of Mental Health

(866) 615-6464 nimh.nih.gov Many publications on a wide variety of topics related to older adults. Available online or over the phone.

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HEALTH CARE – ORGANIZATIONS

HEALTH CARE — ORGANIZATIONS

Are you in need of an affordable Dental Plan?

American Diabetes Association

1970 Broadway Ste. 425, Oakland CA 94612 (888) 342-2383 • (510) 654-4499 diabetes.org Information on diabetes and services for diabetics.

Save over $500!

Dependent under the age of 18: $99/year

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American Heart Association

Includes:

1400 North Dutton Ave, Ste 20 Santa Rosa CA 95401 (707) 542-1992 leah.elwell@heart.org • americanheart.org Information and education on heart disease and stroke.

• 2 Exams per year • X-rays for cavity detection • 2 healthy mouth cleanings • Plus 20% discount on most dental treatments

American Lung Association

333 Hegenberger Rd., Ste 450, Oakland CA 94621 (800) 586-4872 • lung.org Information and education on respiratory disease, clean air advocacy, research, indoor air quality and mold concerns.

Tobacco cessation programs and initiatives.

American Speech, Language & Hearing Association (800) 498-2071 • asha.org Information and referral for speech, language and hearing disorders. Membership dues and fees.

Amputee Coalition of America

We accept most PPO Plans Call us for details!

ADA Compliant Office

Dr. Rupi Buttar

NorthBayDental Same Day & Saturday Appointments Available 415-460-9744 • 801 A Street • San Rafael, CA 94901 www.DentistButtar.com

(888) 267-5669 info@amputee-coalition.org • amputee-coalition.org A nonprofit resource of information on rehabilitation and services available for amputees.

Arthritis Foundation

657 Mission St, Ste 603, San Francisco CA 94105 (888) 391-9389 Option 101 arthritis.org Services to people with arthritis. Literature on diagnosis and treatment. Referral to programs and specialists.

Foundation for Osteoporosis Research & Education

Room to Grow.

LOCATION & LIFESTYLE THE PERFECT BOUQUET

1814 Franklin St, Ste 620, Oakland CA 94612 (510) 832-2663 • fore.org Bone density testing, education and support group.

Muscular Dystrophy Association of America

(800) 572-1717 • mda.org Support groups and services for persons with Muscular Dystrophy (MD) and support for their families.

National Association for Continence

(800) 252-3337 • nafc.org Consumer education and advocacy organization dedicated to bladder and bowel health.

326 Mission Avenue – San Rafael, California 94901

800-777-3646 • aldersly.com A not-for-profit continuing care retirement community.

California license #216801686. COA #004.

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HEALTH CARE – ORGANIZATIONS • SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES • VISION IMPAIRMENT

Prevent Blindness Northern California

1388 Sutter St, Ste 408, San Francisco CA 94109 (415) 567-7500 • (800) 338-3041 q@eyeinfo.org • eyeinfo.org Free vision screening for adults, public information and professional education classes.

Sutter VNA & Hospice

4000 Civic Center Dr, Ste 190, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-4600 svnah.org A professional manager first listens to you, your elder and family, then helps set reachable goals, as well as a plan to realize those goals, so that clients live as independently as possible — and families can balance caregiving with other parts of their lives.

The Mended Hearts, Inc.

(888) 432-7899 info@mendedhearts.org • mendedhearts.org The Mended Hearts program partners with hospitals and clinics to offer services to heart patients through visiting programs, support group meetings and educational forums.

Call for specific chapter information.

HEALTH CARE — SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES Kindred Transition Care and Rehabilitation Center

1550 Silveira Pkwy, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-1000 • kindredsmithranch.com Skilled nursing facility for 80 residents. Full range of medical services to treat residents who live there and short-term patients.

Marin Convalescent & Rehabilitation

30 Hacienda Dr, Tiburon CA 94920 (415) 435-4554 marinconvalescent.com Marin Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital is a private 56 Bed Skilled Nursing Facility offering long term, short term and respite care. We have a wide range of available services.

The Rafael Convalescent Hospital

234 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 479-3450 mico@therafael.net • therafael.net Skilled nursing facility offers short-term and long-term care.

HEALTH CARE — VISION IMPAIRMENT Blind & Vision Impaired of Marin

851 Irwin Street, Ste. 206, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-5066 info@bvim.org • bvim.org Support groups, peer support, advocacy, social, cultural and educational events for the blind and visually impaired in Marin.

Groups meet in different locations throughout Marin.

Braille and Talking Books Library

900 N St, Sacramento CA 95814 (800) 952-5666 btbl@library.ca.gov • library.ca.gov/services/btbl. html California State Library - Free books on tape and in Braille for the blind and physically handicapped.

American Academy of Opthamology

655 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 561-8500 x 520 • (877) 887-6327 www.aao.org/eyecare-america/online-referral-center Public service outreach program designed to reduce avoidable blindness and severe visual impairment. Raises awareness about eye disease and care with free eye health materials and access to medical eye care.

Guide Dogs for the Blind

350 Los Ranchitos Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (800) 295-4050 information@guidedogs.com • guidedogs.com Provides enhanced mobility to qualified individuals through partnership with dogs whose unique skills are developed and nurtured by dedicated volunteers and a professional staff.

Ida Geary Glaucoma Support Group

40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 388-3241 chatoyant1@gmail.com Judith Snyder - Meets at 1:30 the fist Sat of each month at the Redwoods, 40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley. Meetings are free and interested persons are welcome.

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired

1155 Market Street (as of April 1, 2016) San Francisco, CA (415) 431-1481 • Video Phone: (510) 356-0018 Located directly above Civic Center MUNI/BART lighthouse-sf.org We provide training, resources and support for low vision/ blind bay area residents. Services include: Independent Living Skills training; Access Technology instruction; cane travel for independence; Low Vision Clinic; Adaptations Store (adaptive devices) & Demonstration Services; Tactile Map & Braille Translation; short-term residential training and Deaf-blind services.

LightHouse of Marin, satellite office Lighthouse for the Blind

851 Irwin Street, #206 (visitor parking available) San Rafael, CA 415-258-8496 We provide training, resources and support for low vision/blind Marin County residents. Training includes: living skills & weeklong immersion training; technology instruction (computer, iPads/iPhones etc.); magnification & lighting assessment; cane travel for independence and facilitation of support groups.

Scholarships available to persons 55 and over.

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HEALTH CARE – VISION IMPAIRMENT • HOME CARE

Marin Eyes

901 E St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 454-5565 165 Rowland Way, Suite 207 Novato, CA 94945 (415) 892-0111 marineyes.com Board-certified ophthalmologists, anesthesiologists and optometrists offer preventive eye care, examinations, treatment of medical and surgical eye conditions. Specialization in cataract, laser vision correction (LASIK) and glaucoma

We’re here for you with just one call.

Prevent Blindness Northern California

1388 Sutter St, Ste 408, San Francisco CA 94109 (415) 567-7500 • (800) 338-3041 q@eyeinfo.org • eyeinfo.org Free vision screening for adults, public information and professional education classes.

HOME CARE

90% of seniors prefer to remain at home as they age.

Seniors At Home is the leading provider of senior care in the Bay Area. We help seniors live safer, healthier, more independent lives in their own homes.

Call: 415- 449-3777

A Hire Source Home Care

P.O. Box 75, Mill Valley, CA 94942 (415) 383-0800 • Fax: (415) 366-1625 Toll Free: 1(800) 748-6364 “Quality in Caring” Contact Lynn Weintraub, Certified Senior Care Manager

At Home Caregivers

7665 Redwood Blvd, Ste 200 Novato CA 94945 (415) 898-4663 Marin (707) 996-5768 Sonoma/Napa melodyk@athomecaregivers.com athomecaregivers.com Locally-owned and operated, full-service agency. Serves as employer, pays taxes, insurance and worker’s comp for caregivers, who are triple-screened, insured, bonded and supervised. Free assessments, care plans, home safety inspections and monthly quality assurance evaluations.

Seniors At Home B E T T E R C A R E S TA R T S AT H O M E

info@SeniorsAtHome.org • www.SeniorsAtHome.org A DIVISION OF JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICES, SERVING THE BAY AREA SINCE 1850

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Health Care Connection

Professional Courteous Emergency Assistance 24 hours a day

1363 Lincoln Ave, Ste 4, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2256 contact@healthcareconnectionllc.com healthcareconnectionllc.com Home care agency owned and managed by Nancy Mack, RN, PHN. Free RN assessment and supervision. Personal care needs. 24-hr availability. Bonded, insured and pre-screened.

Heart and Soul Home Care Management 276 Montego Key, Novato CA 94949 (707) 490-6576 heartsoulcare@gmail.com • heartsoulcare.com 20 years experience in comprehensive elder home care management, health care, case management, discharge planning, medical social work, mental health counseling, rehabilitation and advocacy.

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HOME CARE

Helping Hands Home Care

3019 Euclid Ave, Concord CA 94519 (925) 726-8832 angelfire.com/pro/helpinghandsca/ Comprehensive caregiving and care management. Excellent, screened caregivers provide live-in, hourly and companionship services. Serving the Bay area for 10 years. Insured and bonded.

IHSS In-Home Supportive Services

10 N San Pedro Rd, Ste 1016, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-1024 • (415) 499-1012 pa-marin.org In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority of Marin Government-funded program pays for caregivers so that lowincome elderly, blind or disabled people can continue to remain safely in their homes. Recruits and trains skilled providers.

In-Home Therapy Services of Marin

Hired Hands Homecare

10 Commercial Blvd, Ste 102, Novato CA 94949 (415) 884-4343 info@hiredhandshomecare.com hiredhandshomecare.com Hired Hands Homecare is a family owned & operated, Licensed Home Care Organization. Caregivers are Registered Home Care Aides, and are our Screened and Insured Employees. Complimentary Care Management is provided by our dedicated team with over 100 years of experience working with seniors.

195 Nova Albion Way, Ste 36, San Rafael CA 94903 (888) 253-6077 inhomemarin@yahoo.com inhometherapyservicesofmarin.com Physical therapy for older adults to improve mobility, independence and restore quality of life. Visits patients’ homes, including retirement communities, independent living and assisted living facilities. All therapy covered by Medicare Part B and supplemental insurance.

Lift & Accessibility Solutions

(707) 538-3210 info@jslifts.com • liftand accessibilitysolutions.com We work closely with elderly and disabled clients to allow them to maintain a comfortable lifestyle in their home. Our mission is to design, install, and service equipment, creating a safe environment for our clients.

Marin Center for Independent Living Home Care Assistance

(415) 532-8626 langlade@homecareassistance.com HomeCareAssistance.com Care enables older adults to live happier, healthier lives at home. Offers positive, balanced approach to aging centered on evolving needs of seniors. Promotes healthy mind, body and spirit.

Home Helpers

21 Golden Gate Dr, Ste A, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 451-0100 homehelpershomecare.com Choices for Living - Comprehensive housing resource guide includes a list of all older adult housing options, including independent, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities, with a description of their services and fees.

Homewell Senior Care

77 Mark Drive, Suite 33, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 599-4333 www.homewellseniorcare.com/north-bay/ HomeWell is proud to help individuals stay in the comfort of their own home by assisting them with some of life’s daily obstacles. We are driven to meet all your loved one’s personal care needs. We have a reputation for providing excellent care for seniors and a legacy of creating customized solutions.

710 Fourth St., San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-6245 mcilkathleen@gmail.com • marincil.org Service and advocacy for older adults and people with all types of disabilities and medical conditions, to help them achieve their maximum level of sustainable independence and quality of life.

Since 1979.

Marin Independent Caregivers Network

(415) 382-9203 marincaregivers.com Stevie Alexander, Owner/Care Manager - Caregiving and care management service. Exceptional caregivers providing personalized elderly, disabled, recovery, and illness care.

Caregivers are CA State certified and experienced, screened, bonded, and insured. Monitored by Owner/Care Manager. Care Manager available 24/7. No Agency fees. Serving Marin County since 1996.

Kindred at Home

185 N. Redwood Dr, Ste 150, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-8400 kindredhealthcare.com Full-service agency offers in-home skilled nursing, rehab and non-medical personal care with trained clinicians and caregivers. Primary mission: Quality care and helping seniors remain in their homes.

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HOME CARE • HOME REPAIR• HOUSING

Right at Home

121 Paul Drive, Suite A2, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 233-7855 amyers@rahmarin.com • rahmarin.com Right at Home provides in-home care and assistance for seniors and disabled adults in Marin County. We tailor our service to your needs through a Custom Care Plan and personalized Caregiver Matching. Companion and personal care services are available.

Seniors At Home

Project Independence Marin County’s Care Transition Program

(415) 457-4636 Project Independence supports patients to transition safely from the hospital or skilled nursing facility, get health care needs met and stay independent at home. Transition services are provided by public health nurses, volunteers, nursing students, and support staff. Services are free.

HOME REPAIR

600 Fifth Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 507-0564 Info@SeniorsAtHome.org • SeniorsAtHome.org Award-winning programs include home care, care management, dementia care, palliative care and fiduciary services. Highly-trained caregivers help seniors live safely and with dignity at home. Part of Jewish Family & Children’s Services, a trusted institution providing local care since 1850.

Hi-Tech Tree Service

Senior Resources @ Home

Aegis Living of Corte Madera

555 Northgate Drive, Suite 275 San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 583-4789 lsmith@jtm-esc.org • www.jtm-esc.org Senior Resources @ Home is a nonprofit home care program providing the care needed to keep Marin County seniors at home while supporting their health, safety, and quality of life. A program of Episcopal Senior Communities.

(415) 491-9687 • (707) 789-0633 jonniess@att.net • Ask for Jonathan Niess All phases of tree work, trimming, topping, shaping, removal, cleanout stump, grind, cabling, spraying and landscaping.

Licensed, insured and bonded. Lic #751789

HOUSING 5555 Paradise Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-4200 juliana.makin@aegisliving.com aegisofcortemadera.com Pet-friendly assisted living community with 118 apartments.

Exceptional assisted living services for active people with the need for help with activities of daily living. Memory Care for older people with mild to significant levels of memory loss.

Senior Settlers LLC

369B Third St. #544, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 755-3340 moira@senior-settlers.com Senior Settlers provides skilled, sensitive, cost-effective downsizing and relocation assistance to North Bay seniors.

We make your tough transition trouble-free.

Sutter Care at Home

100 Rowland Way, Ste. 215, Novato CA 94945 (415) 209-7700 SutterCareAtHome@sutterhealth.org sutterhealth.org Professional manager first listens to you, your elder and family, then helps set reachable goals, as well as a plan to realize those goals, so that clients live as independently as possible.

Visiting Angels

77 Mark Dr, Ste 10, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-1200 jmhomecare.com • visitingangels.com Helping older adults and surgery patients stay independent at home through caring assistance with all activities of daily life.

Licensed, bonded, insured caregivers for hourly or live-in help, or respite for family caregivers.

Customized services for: • Estate sales and liquidation • Home cleanouts, ranches and storage units • Downsizing and moving

(415) 601-2613

www.SilverRainETS.com

SilverRainETS@gmail.com

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HOUSING

Aldersly

326 Mission Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (800) 777-3646 • (415) 453-9271 gigileh@aldersley.com • aldersly.com Non-profit, independent, continuing care retirement community. Independent living and assisted living apartments, as well as health and rehabilitation center in a garden environment. Near many San Rafael amenities. Call us for a tour today.

AlmaVia of San Rafael

515 Northgate Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 491-1900 • almavia.org Assisted living community provides quality older adult housing with support services in environment that promotes independence and fosters dignity and respect. Includes BridgeHaven, separate area for those with memory disorders.

Bradley Real Estate

Melissa Bradley, Owner (415) 531-3567 www.bradleyrealestate.com Bradley Real Estate is the largest family owned real estate company serving Marin, Sonoma and Napa Counties.

California Registry

(800) 777-7575 elderlink@elderlink.org • elderlink.org Information and referrals to older adults on housing options, including assisted living, residential care and Alzheimer’s referrals throughout the state.

Drake Terrace

275 Los Ranchitos Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 491-1935 lifeatdraketerrace.com Tucked in the hills of Marin County, Drake Terrace offers a tasteful lifestyle for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care residents, in a peaceful yet vibrant environment with beautifully landscaped grounds and walking paths.

EAH Housing

2169 E Francisco Blvd, Ste B, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 258-1800 info@eahhousing.org • www.eahhousing.org Creates community by developing, managing and promoting quality affordable housing. EAH owns and manages affordable housing for seniors throughout Marin County.

Episcopal Senior Communities

Whistlestop 930 Tamapais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-9062 x132 lklor@jtm-esc.org • shared-housing.com Matches seniors who have homes with extra space with seniors seeking affordable housing. This free service provides introductory meetings, screening with agreements and followup counseling.

Fair Housing of Marin

1314 Lincoln Ave. Suite A, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-5025 fhome@fairhousingmarin.com • fairhousingmarin.com Counseling, investigative services, mediation and legal or administrative referrals to persons experiencing housing discrimination and/or foreclosure. Services in English and Spanish at no charge. Also, advice and seminars that help providers in the housing industry to fully understand fair housing laws.

Inspired Senior Living Options

4040 Civic Center Drive, Suite 200 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-0663 www.InspiredSLO.com • contact@InspiredSLO.com Inspired Senior Living Options is a referral agency that provides 1 hour to 24 hour care with no minimums or contract. Call today for more information or to set up a free no obligation consultation with our local care.

Los Robles Mobile Home Park

100 Roblar Drive, Novato CA 94949 (415) 883-6771 kathy@losrobleshomes.com • www.losroblesmhp.com Very active adult community for 55 and over. A 45 yr. old privately owned mobile home park on 33 acres. Very active social club with lots of amenities.

Lucille’s List

(888) 834-3646 • LucillesList.com Lucille’s List is an attractive, comprehensive and easy to use senior housing website, listing seven housing types. Based on the principles of being unbiased and transparent, Lucille’s List is committed to empowering seniors with information and knowledge so they can find a place to call home.

Marin County Health & Human Services Aging and Adult Services

(415) 457-4636 www.marinhhs.org/aging Choices for Living - Comprehensive housing resource guide includes a list of all older adult housing options, including independent, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities, with a description of their services and fees.

Marin Housing Authority

4020 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 446-7054 info@marinhousing.org • marinhousing.org The Housing Authority of the County of Marin, “Marin Housing” is a public corporation authorized to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing for low and moderate income adults.

Mill Street Center

190 Mill St.,San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 457-9651 Provides shelter for single adults 18 years of age and up. $3 contribution per person. Must call in advance Mon- Friday at 8am for a bed. Must be a resident of Marin County and show current ID.

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Rotary Valley Senior Housing

10 Jeannette Prandi Way, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 479-3029 swilson@bridgehousing.com • bridgehousing.com Susan Wilson contact for Apartment development housing for low-income seniors.

Senior Settlers, LLC

369B Third St, #544, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 755-3340 moira@senior-settlers.com • Senior-Settlers.com Senior Settlers provides skilled, sensitive, cost-effective downsizing and relocation assistance to North Bay seniors. We make your tough transitions trouble-free.

Marin Health and Human Services Aging and Adult Services

FIND THE RIGHT RESOURCE FOR YOU Community Resource Guide Online at www.MarinHHS.org/ResourcesAAS

Smith Ranch Homes

400 Deer Valley Road, San Rafael 94903 415-491-4918 Sales@smithranchhomes.com www.SmithRanchHomes.com Homeownership with outstanding services that enhance one’s lifestyle without comprising independence. For more information contact Smith Ranch Marketing Associates, the on-site experts.

457-INFO (415) 457-4636

Click, call, or come in, we can help. www.MarinHHS.org/Aging

Silver Rain Estate Transition Services

Celebrate Community

PO Box 306, Larkspur CA 94977 (415) 601-2613 SilverRainETS@gmail.com SilverRainETS.com Silver Rain offers personalized services for relocation, estate sales and liquidation, and real estate cleanouts, including homes, ranches and storage units.

We’ve been doing that since 1972

A Rare Opportunity to Join Us This Season!

Stockstill House

12051 State Route One, Point Reyes CA 94956 (415) 663-0722 robyn@wmss.org.• wmss.org Licensed assisted living facility with room for eight residents, operated by West Marin Senior Services. RN administrator.

Landscaped garden and walking path. Beautiful rural location.

Tam House

PO Box 2969, San Anselmo CA 94979 (415) 457-5633 tamanager@comcast.net • tamhouse.org Tam House I & II managed for over 30 years by the nonprofit Ross Valley Ecumenical Housing Association, offers affordable, communal living in two San Anselmo houses for cooperative, independent seniors. Rents for private rooms with shared baths; reasonable rates; including utilities.

Best Senior Living Facility

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Residential Living Apartments Available Now 40 Camino Alto Mill Valley 94941 SNF# 010000390 RCFE# 210102866

Schedule a Visit

Contact: Pam Bill 415.383.2741 theredwoods.org

Four Living Options Independent Residential Personal Care Skilled Nursing

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HOUSING • INFORMATION & REFERRAL

The Redwoods

40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 383-2741 Ext 230 theredwoods.org A vibrant retirement community celebrating 40 years. Located on 10 beautiful acres in Mill Valley and provide over 100 engaging activities weekly.

The Tamalpais

501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 461-2300 • thetam.org Life Care community where residents enjoy apartment homes with balconies, indoor pool, fitness and lifelong learning programs. Entrance fee and on-going monthly fees guarantee access to physician services, hospitalization, unlimited assisted living and skilled nursing care.

Veterans Housing & Services

PO Box 4118, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 952-5502 info@vetshousing.com • vetshousing.com Veterans Housing and Services is focused upon identifying, pursuing and providing housing alternatives for Marin County veterans.

Windchime of Marin

1111 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Kentfield CA 94904 (415) 482-4100 windchimeed@islllc.com • windchimeofmarin.com WindChime is Marin County’s exclusive memory care community. A charming home-like environment, landscaped gardens and private apartments. WindChime features a premier music and memory program, vibrant activities, and awardwinning dining. Our supportive staff is specially trained in all aspects of dementia care.

INFORMATION & REFERRAL Arthritis Foundation

657 Mission St, Ste 603, San Francisco CA 94105 (888) 391-9389 Option 101 • arthritis.org Services for people with arthritis. Literature on diagnosis and treatment. Referral to programs and specialists.

Canal Alliance

91 Larkspur St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 454-2640 • canalalliance.org Assistance for Canal Area residents includes immigration issues, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, technology training and family advocacy.

Community Action Marin

29 Mary St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 526-7500 cam@camarin.org • camarin.org Operates 15 programs for low-income persons covering a variety of needs from childcare and AIDS services to energy assistance, family needs and mental health issues and free tax services.

Health Care & Resources

Dial 2-1-1 resources@uwba.org • 211BayArea.org Dial 2-1-1 for everyday needs and in times of disaster to access hundreds of community services 24/7. Free, confidential info service in 150 languages.

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center

99 Montecillo Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 444-2173 kp.org Health education wellness and health library, also a full service hospital.

Kidney Community Education / CAM

29 Mary Street, 2nd Floor, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 526-7523 kce@camarin.org • camarin.org/kce Kidney Community Education, a safety net program of Community Action Marin serves low-income seniors in need of a transplant, on dialysis or with kidney disease. Family and caregivers also welcome.

LightHouse for the Blind & Visually Impaired Resource Store

(888) 400-8933 lighthouse-sf.org Vision Loss Resource Center (VLRC) An up-to-date and accessible information for those with vision loss, their families and professionals. Materials Resource Center contains a library of fact sheets and literature addressing questions about vision loss and blindness throughout Northern California.

Margaret Todd Senior Center Brain Injury Network of the Bay Area

1132 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur CA 94939 (415) 461-6771 binba@binba.org • binba.org This therapeutic center offers services to help people and families recover from a stroke, accident, concussion, tumor, or other brain injuries. We focus on long-term rehabilitation of individuals to regain abilities and improve quality of life.

We also provide resource referrals for community members & professionals. Services are free or on a sliding scale.

1560 Hill Road, Novato CA 94947 (415) 899-8290 novatoseniors.org A 1-stop shop for information and referrals for seniors. Also serves the Novato Independent Elders program, a program of Episcopal Senior communities, and the Novato Senior Citizens Club, a nonprofit group that specializes in social and recreational opportunities to its membership.

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INFORMATION & REFERRAL • IN-HOME SERVICES

Marin AIDS Project

910 Irwin St., San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2487 info@marinaidsproject.org • marinaidsproject.org Free, confidential case management and benefits counseling services for people living with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. Information & referral, education & prevention programs.

Marin County Aging and Adult Services

10 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 457-4636 www.marinhhs.org/community-resource-guide Adult and aging information assistance line. Available 8:30am to 5pm, Mon-Fri. Free and confidential services provided by county social workers.

Ritter Center

16 Ritter St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-8182 • rittercenter.org Case managers meet one-on-one with individuals and families in need of assistance. Client’s immediate and long-term needs assessed to develop a case plan, stabilize the client and create a path to increased self-sufficiency.

SearchSeniorLiving.com

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Offering affordable home care for seniors and their families.

What makes inspired senior living options different?

•From 1-hour to 24-hour care •24-hour emergency phone support •Care during emergencies or on short notice • No obligation for Initial consultation

Inspired Senior Living Options

•We provide support information for families

360 22nd St, Ste 300, Oakland CA 94612 (877) 243-8073 • SearchSeniorLiving.com This website provides you with an Easy-Search tool to help you navigate through the senior communities that most closely match your loved ones needs. Photos and pricing for each community, compare services, amenities and location.

Contact us for a no obligation consultation now.

(415) 444-0663

Sonoma Council on Aging

30 Kawana Springs Rd, Santa Rosa CA 95404 (707) 525-0143 info@councilonaging.com • councilonaging.com Case management, conservatorship, daily money management, friendly visitors, as well as information and referral. Also, meals on wheels, mediation, mental health and older adult day services, helper list, legal and volunteer services.

America’s Choice in Home Care®

Whistlestop Help Desk

930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 459-6700 resource@whistlestop.org • whistlestop.org General information and referrals on programs and agencies throughout Marin County in English, Farsi and Spanish.

• Meal Preparation • Light Housekeeping • Errands • Bathing Assistance • Assistance with Mobility • Alzheimer/Dementia Care • Friendly Companionship • Up to 24 Hour Care • Respite Care for Families • Medication Reminders

IN-HOME SERVICES Home Helpers

21 Golden Gate Dr, Ste A, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 451-0100 homehelpershomecare.com Choices for Living - Comprehensive housing resource guide includes a list of all older adult housing options, including independent, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities, with a description of their services and fees.

415.499.1200 www.jmhomecare.com

State of CA HCO License #214700004

Call today for your complimentary, no obligation assessment by a Licensed Nurse.

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IN-HOME SERVICES • INSURANCE INFORMATION • LEGAL COUNSELING

Homewell Senior Care

77 Mark Drive, Suite 33, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 599-4333 northbay.homewellseniorcare.com Live-in and hourly personal care, companionship and homemaker services for seniors, so they may remain in the comfort of their own homes.

Silver Rain Estate Transition Services

PO Box 306, Larkspur CA 94977 (415) 601.2613 SilverRainETS@gmail.com • SilverRainETS.com Personalized services for relocation, estate sales and liquidation, and real estate cleanouts, including homes, ranches and storage units.

Technology For Life

822 College Avenue #303, Kentfield CA 94914 (415) 325-5790 info@technology4life.org • technology4life.org Our mission is to educate adults in the use of technology to enable them to remain vital, independent, and connected to their families and community. Offering group classes and oneon-one private instruction.

Visiting Angels

77 Mark Dr, Ste 10, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-1200 jmhomecare.com • visitingangels.com Helping older adults and surgery patients stay independent at home through caring assistance with all activities of daily life.

Licensed, bonded and insured caregivers for hourly or live-in help, or respite for family caregivers.

INSURANCE INFORMATION SCAN Health Plan

Marin County (415) 720-2133 CSuminski@ScanHealthPlan.com ScanHealthPlan.com Scan Health Plan is a not-for-profit HMO health plan founded in 1977 dedicated for people with Medicare. Three (3) Medicare Advantage Plan options are available in Marin County: Classic Plan, Balance Plan (for people with Diabetes) and Heart First Plan (for people with heart disease).

HICAP

3262 Airway Dr, Ste C, Santa Rosa CA 95403 (800) 434-0222 senioradvocacyservices.org Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program.

Objective information and assistance to people who need help in understanding Medicare, supplemental insurance, long-term care insurance, older adult HMO plans and assistance with Medicare billing and claims.

Medicare

LEGAL COUNSELING Bay Area Legal Aid

30 N. San Pedro Rd, Ste 250, San Rafael Ca 94901 800-551-5554 • (415) 354-6360 grichardson@baylegal.org • baylegal.org Legal Aid offerings and public benefits information.

George H. John, Attorney at Law

175 N Redwood Dr, Ste 140, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 453-5669 • geojohn-law.com Living trusts, wills, probate, real estate, tax and elder law.

Lawyer Referral Service

101 Lucas Valley Rd., Ste 326, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-1314 info@marinbar.org • marinbar.org sfbar.org/lawyerreferrals Marin County Bar Association - referrals to Marin and San Francisco lawyers

Legal Aid of Marin

30 N. San Pedro Rd, Ste 220, San Rafael 94903 (415) 492-0230 Free legal advice and other legal services in non-criminal cases to low-income and senior residents of Marin.

Legal Self-Help Services of Marin Supreme Court

Marin Civic Center, Rm C27, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 444-7130 Answers questions about legal processes and preparing documents. No appointments. Service on drop-in basis.

Marin County District Attorney’s Consumer Protection Office

3501 Civic Center Dr, Rm 130, San Rafael 94903 (415) 473-6495 • (415) 473-6188 for Spanish marincounty.org/depts/da/consumer-protection-unit consumer@marincounty.org Information on consumer rights; also acts as mediator between consumers and businesses. Takes appropriate prosecutorial action, if necessary. No fees or charges.

Saul Law Firm

700 Larkspur Landing Circle, Suite 199, Larkspur CA 94939 (415) 453-2000 wesaul@saullawfirm.com • saullawfirm.com Specializes in estate planning, probate matters; federal and state income tax advice and representation before taxing agencies; and small business formation.

Senior Legal Hotline

(800) 222-1753 seniorlegalhotline.org Provides seniors with fast, accurate advice on any legal subject, by phone and Internet. Hours: 9-12pm and 1-4pm Mon-Fri, Thurs. open to 7pm.

(800) 633-4227 www.medicare.gov Information line for Medicare.

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MEDICAL ALERTS • MULTICULTURAL SERVICES • OLDER ADULT ORGANIZATIONS

Whistlestop Legal Help Desk By appointment only.

(415) 456-9062 resource@whistlestop.org Whistlestop.org Legal Aid of Marin provides a free 30 minute legal consultation with volunteer attorneys for Marin residents over 60.

Tamalpais Union High School District Adult & Community Education

Located at Redwood High School, 395 Doherty Drive Larkspur CA 94939 (415) 945-1074 This class offers Community Education Classes and Community Swim to adults, including ESL (English as a Second Language) classes.

OLDER ADULT ORGANIZATIONS Albert J. Boro Community Center

MEDICAL ALERTS Lifeline of the North Bay a service of the Petaluma Health Care District

Serving Marin, Sonoma, Solano, Lake, Mendocino and Napa counties (707) 778-7883 • (800) 949-2434 Fax: 707-285-2248 lifelinenorthbay.com Lifeline of the North Bay offers the original and leading emergency and medical alert service with professional help at the press of a button 24 hours a day. We are FDA approved and serve six counties. Our customer and in-home service representatives are local, courteous, accessible and highly trained. You’re never alone with Lifeline.

MULTICULTURAL SERVICES

50 Canal St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 485-3077 CarolJacobs-Courtz@cityofsanrafael.org cityofsanrafael.org/comsvcs-ctr-ajbcc/ Offers 6,000-volume library, computer lab, homework center, general classrooms, including an art room and teen lounge, community room that accommodates 300 and gymnasium.

California Alpine Club

P.O. Box 2180, Mill Valley CA 94942-2180 (415) 380-8250 calalpineclub.org Nonprofit, outdoor-oriented social club with special interests in recreation, self-reliance, and conservation. The CAC Foundation (CACF) gives annual grants to support local environmental causes in the San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe regions.

Community Congregational Church Whistlestop

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901

By Appointment: (415) 456-9062 Spanish: Ext. 131 for Marta Russian: Ext. 138 for Anna Vietnamese: Ext. 129 for Dina whistlestop.org/classes/multicultural-programs/ We help to connect various cultural groups in Marin to socialize and take classes. Assistance with U.S. citizenship, housing opportunities, health education, in-home support, subsidy programs. Referrals and translation are provided.

Drop-ins are welcome!

Brazilian Alliance

30 N. San Pedro Rd. #290, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 472-2950 Nonprofit organization promoting self-sustainability and social integration of the Portuguese-speaking community through legal assistance, education and advocacy. It does not refuse services on the basis of language.

Canal Alliance

91 Larkspur St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 454-2640 • http://canalalliance.org/ We help low-income Spanish speaking immigrants acquire the tools they need to thrive.

145 Rock Hill Dr, Tiburon CA 94920 (415) 435-9108 tib-ccc@pacbell.net • ccctiburon.net Progressive Christian denomination. Open, affirming congregation committed to creating a child-friendly, multicultural environment.

Corte Madera Parks and Recreation (Corte Madera Community Center)

498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-5072 www.cmparksandrec.org Fun and educational senior programs. Classes include art and crafts, Bridge, driver safety, and fitness. Day trips to explore local attractions. Spring Fair on May 26. Free presentations on brain fitness, hearing health, housing options, and more. Meets Thursdays for Bingo from 9:3011:45 am and lunch from 12-12:45 pm. Big Band Dances every second Wednesday of the month from 8-10 pm.

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Corte Madera Swingers

498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-5072 ci.corte-madera.ca.us/ Computer classes, tai chi, trips, big band dancing and exercise classes.

Dance Palace Community Center

503 B St, Pt. Reyes Station CA 94956 (415) 663-1075 alison@dancepalace.org • dancepalace.org Nonprofit community center provides educational, recreational, cultural and community services to children, adults and seniors.

Central community facility for small, semi-rural coastal villages of West Marin.

Edgewater Seniors

420 Litho St, Sausalito CA 94965 (415) 289-4152 • jdybdal@ci.sausalito.ca.us Sausalito Parks & Recreation - Recreational get-together at 11 am 1st and 3rd Tues of month. Fun activities, such as trips and bingo.

Larkspur Larks

240 Doherty Dr, Larkspur CA 94939 (415) 927-6746 lk_recreation@larkspur.org • cityoflarkspur.org Larkspur Recreation Department - Older Adult Programs Meets 11:30 am-1 pm. 1st and 3rd Tues.

Marguerita C Johnson Senior Center

640 Drake Ave, Marin City CA 94965 (415) 332-9323 • (415) 332-9225 mcjseniorcenter.com Marin City and Southern Marin older adults gather to socialize and access healthy and enriching activities. Services and activities to residents 55 and older include health services referrals, quilting, bingo, healthy lunches, computer classes, etc.

Marin City Senior Sunshine Club

640 Drake Ave, Marin City CA 94965 (415) 332-9323 Marguerita C. Johnson Senior Center - Programs, referral services and activities for adults 60 and older, including monthly shopping trips, grocery, bingo, arts and crafts, tai-chi, movie day and monthly luncheons with guest speakers.

Marin Retired Teachers Association marinretiredteachersassociation.org Quarterly meetings.

Marin Villages

4340 Redwood Highway, Suite F-142 San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 457-4633 info@marinvillages.org • marinvillages.org Marin Villages is dedicated to helping older adults remain independent in their own homes and communities, with dignity and grace. It provides services through its volunteer network of neighbors helping neighbors. To join, volunteer and/or donate to Marin Villages or for more information.

Marin YMCA

1500 Los Gamos Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-9622 ymcasf.org Nonprofit organization with a mission to build strong kids, families and communities through health and wellness programs, hikes and social events for older adults. Volunteers raise money to grant scholarships.

Mill Valley Seniors Club

180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 383-1370 • millvalleycenter.org Mill Valley Parks and Recreation meets Tuesday for lunch and bingo. Many programs and activities available including day and overnight trips.

Retired Public Employees Association (707) 573-1566 pault@rpea32.org • rpea.com

Ross Valley Seniors

46 Park Rd, Fairfax CA 94930 (415) 258-4669 dgibson@townofsananselmo.org Monthly meetings include social and recreational activities (historical lectures, bocce ball, book discussions, team trivia, movies, fitness and health lectures). All 50+ are welcome.

Meetings are the first Thurs of the month and include lunch.

Annual membership fee is $30 or $7 for drop-in.

San Rafael Goldenaires

618 B St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 485-3348 www.cityofsanrafael.org San Rafael Community Center - Classes, exercise, bridge, mah jongg, bingo, tours, art classes, etc. $30 annual membership.

Office Hours: 9am to 3pm Mon-Fri.

St. Isabella’s 50+ Club

1 Trinity Way, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 479-1560 office@stisabellasparish.org www.stisabellasparish.org Social outings are held throughout the year. Membership is open to those over the age of 50.

Tam Valley Seniors Club

203 Marin Ave, Mill Valley CA 94941 (415) 388-6393 x 10 tcsd.us Meetings are held at the Tam Valley Community Center from 11am-1pm Wed. After a short discussion meeting, there is a bring-your-own brown bag lunch. Also, bingo and potlucks.

Terra Linda Seniors

670 Del Ganado Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 485-3344 $15.00 membership fee. Activities include weekly Bingo games, occasional luncheons and plenty of time to socialize. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm.

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OLDER ADULT ORGANIZATIONS • PERSONAL CARE SERVICES • PET CARE • RECREATION

Whistlestop Active Aging Center

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 415-456-9068 for Leslie Klor Whistlestop.org A thriving community of older adults who enjoy lunch in the Jackson Café, social groups, educational presentations, language instruction, multicultural programs, exercise and computer classes, arts and crafts, and games. Open Mon - Fri.

PERSONAL CARE SERVICES Larriece Stuart, CMP

(415) 479-8943 Therapeutic massage and spiritual guidance since 1988.

3410 Mt. Veeder Road Napa, CA 94558 415-431-1481 We provide training and recreational sessions for low vision/ blind adults and seniors throughout the year. Recreational Sessions include: hiking, swimming, horseback, arts, music, & Napa excursions. Immersion Training includes: independent living, access technology, cane travel, advocacy and peer support.

Larkspur Walkers

(415) 927-6746 lk_recreation@larkspur.org • cityoflarkspur.org Older Adult Programs at the Larkspur Recreation Department: Walking group meets at 9am Mon-Wed-Fri at Piper Park in Larkspur. 1 hour walk around park.

Margaret Todd Senior Center

PET CARE Marin Humane Society

171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 506-6255 SHARE Program marinhumanesociety.org SHARE volunteers, providing pet care assistance to low-income older adults, walk dogs, groom cats, transport pets to vet or groomer, and deliver free pet food and supplies to clients. Also, emergency boarding of pets with hospitalization of clients.

Marin Humane Society — Dog Licenses

171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 883-4621 marinhumanesociety.org Dog licenses at a discount for older adults and disabled persons.

Pets Unlimited

2343 Fillmore St, San Francisco CA 94115 (415) 563-6700 aat@sfspca.org • sfspca.org Raises money for cats and dogs in need with state-of-the-art, 24-hour veterinary center. All animal welfare.

RECREATION Corte Madera Swingers

Enchanted Hills Camp and Retreat Center for the Blind, Program of LightHouse for the Blind

498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 (415) 927-5072 ci.corte-madera.ca.us/ Computer classes, tai chi, trips, big band dancing and exercise classes.

1560 Hill Rd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 899-8290 novato.org Educational and fitness programs, theme dinners, dances, card game groups, bocce ball, luncheons, citizenship classes, legal services, food pantry services and walking groups.

Marin Art and Garden Center

30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross CA 94957 (415) 455-5260 magc.org Gardens, art gallery, historical library, antique shop. Open MonSat 9am-5pm.

Marin YMCA

1500 Los Gamos Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 492-9622 ymcasf.org Nonprofit organization with mission to build strong kids, families and communities through programs and services that benefit all. Included are: health and wellness programs, hikes and social events for older adults. Volunteers raise money to grant scholarships.

Memory Care Cafè

(415) 309-7963 Memorycarecafe.org • patricia@memorycarecafe.org A free weekly social club for people with forgetfulness (dementia/early stage alzheimer’s) and their care partners.

Everyone is welcome to join un on Tuesday mornings! See website for locations.

Novato Senior Citizens Club @ Margaret Todd Senior Center

1560 Hill Rd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 899-8290 Social and recreational opportunities to membership, including meetings, theme lunches and dinners and a trip program.

Membership open to anyone 50+.

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RECREATION • SAFETY & SECURITY

Osher Marin Jewish Community Center

Whistlestop Active Aging Center

200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 444-8000 info@marinjcc.org • marinjcc.org Full schedule of aquatic and land-based therapeutic exercise programs. Open since 1943, to the public from sunrise to sunset.

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 415-456-9068 • Whistlestop.org A thriving community of older adults who enjoy lunch in the Jackson Café, social groups, educational presentations, language instruction, multicultural programs, exercise and computer classes, arts and crafts, and games. Open Mon - Fri.

Ross Valley Seniors

46 Park Rd, Fairfax CA 94930 (415) 258-4669 • dgibson@townofsananselmo.org Monthly meetings, social and recreational activities (historical lectures, bocce ball, book discussions, team trivia, movies, fitness and health lectures). All 50+ are welcome. Meetings are the first Thurs of the month and include lunch. Annual membership fee is $30 or $7 for drop-in.

San Geronimo Valley Community Center

6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, PO Box 194 San Geronimo CA 94963 (415) 488-8888 nutrition@sgvcc.org • sgvcc.org Senior Lunch Mon. and Thurs. only. Organic meals served.

Food Pantry & Senior lunch on Mon. & Thurs. only. Must qualify for Food Pantry. Education, music and Senior activities: health-related workshops, Book Club, Writing Group, Ping Pong, Qi Gong and yoga.

SAN RAFAEL

Goldenaires

San Rafael Goldenaires

618 B Street, San Rafael, CA 94901 415-485-3341 carol.jacobs-courtz@cityofsanrafael.org Adults 62 yrs & up meet at the San Rafael Community Center to participate in a programs & services for older adult: exercise classes, table games, QiGong, wood carving, painting classes, crafts group, dances, bingo games, luncheons, tours, seminars on aging issues, etc.

Membership- $30/year. Office hours: Mon-Fri, 9-3pm.

Episcopal Senior Communities Senior Center Without Walls

(877) 797-7299 Amber Carroll acarroll@jtc-esc.org seniorcenterwithoutwalls.org/ A free telephone program connecting California seniors through activities, friendship, and community over the telephone. SCWW engages over 800 seniors in conversation and classes on a wide range of topics, all through telephone conference calls, at no cost to participants.

SAFETY & SECURITY You Are Not Alone Program

1155 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon CA 94920 (415) 789-2801 • (415) 789-2828 lnilson@townoftiburon.org ci.tiburon.ca.us/services/police Trained volunteers make daily telephone calls to isolated seniors and seniors with disabilities within the Town of Tiburon. Provides police dispatch in the event that client does not respond to repeated phone calls.

Bel-Net

450 San Rafael Ave, Belvedere CA 94920 (415) 435-3266 lphillips@cityofbelvedere.org www.cityofbelvedere.org Daily telephone call program administered by Belvedere Police Dept. to check on Belvedere seniors.

Episcopal Senior Communities

At Whistlestop, 930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 415-456-9068 for Leslie Klor lklor@jtm-esc.org We call three mornings a week to check in on you and offer a “good morning” and ask “Are you OK?” to start your day. This free program is perfect for those seniors who live alone and appreciate someone checking on them.

Guardian Angel Driving Safety Services

526 3rd Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 261-4221 MarinDrivingServices@gmail.com GuardianAngelDrivingAcademy.com Behind-the-Wheel Driving Assessments; DMV Drive Test Preparation; DMV Safety Hearings Assistance; Driver Retraining & Rehabilitation; Forensic Evaluations; Refresher & Confidence Building Programs.

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SAFETY & SECURITY • SUBSTANCE ABUSE • SUPPORT GROUPS

Senior Settlers LLC

Blind & Vision Impaired of Marin

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Brain Injury Network of the Bay Area

369B Third St. #544, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 755-3340 moira@senior-settlers.com Senior Settlers provides skilled, sensitive, cost-effective downsizing and relocation assistance to North Bay seniors. We make your tough transition trouble-free.

American Lung Association

333 Hegenberger Rd., Ste 450, Oakland CA 94621 (800) 586-4872 lung.org Information and education on respiratory disease, clean air advocacy, research, indoor air quality and mold concerns.

Tobacco cessation programs and initiatives.

Bay Area Community Resources

851 Irwin Street, Suite 206, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 459-5066 Info@bvim.org • bvim.org Support groups, peer support, advocacy, social, cultural and educational events to blind and visually impaired in Marin.

Groups meet in different locations throughout Marin.

1132 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur CA 94939 (415) 461-6771 binba@binba.org • binba.org This therapeutic center offers services to help people and families recover from a stroke, accident, concussion, tumor, or other brain injuries. We focus on long-term rehabilitation of individuals to regain abilities and improve quality of life.

We also provide resource referrals for community members & professionals. Services are free or on a sliding scale.

171 Carlos Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 444-5580 lkantorowski@bacr.org • bacr.org Alcohol and Drug, Tobacco and Mental Health Program delivers prevention and treatment services to youth and adults having a broad spectrum of needs, ranging from basic information to treatment for chronic alcoholism and drug recovery.

Center for Attitudinal Healing

Marin County Division of Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco Programs

Center for Integrative Health and Wellness

10 N San Pedro Rd, Ste 1015, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-3030 marinhhs.org/substance-use-services Division of Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco Programs works in partnership with other county departments, public and private agencies, etc. to provide a comprehensive prevention, intervention, detoxification, recovery and treatment delivery system.

SUPPORT GROUPS AgeSong Marin

555 Northgate Dr., San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 491-5726 info@agesongmarin.org • agesongmarin.org Daytime discussion group on issues of aging for those 65 and older held once weekly for 8 weeks. Facilitated by experienced, mature leaders.

Amputee Coalition of America

(888) 267-5669 info@amputee-coalition.org • amputee-coalition.org Non-profit resource of information on rehabilitation and services available for amputees.

Better Breathers Club

115 Talbot Ave, Santa Rosa CA 95402 (415) 209 1535 braleyj@sutterhealth.org • sutterhealth.org Sponsored by the American Lung Association - Meets at 2:30 pm first Wed at Novato Sutter Hospital, Weseman Rm., 165 Rowland Way. Call to make reservations.

3001 Bridgeway, Ste # K-368, Sausalito CA 94965 (877) 244-3392 info@ahinternational.org • ahinternational.org Courses and information on making healthy choices, navigating successful challenges, and creating positive change enabling you to choose peace over conflict, compassion over indifference, and love over fear in all aspects of your daily life.

1350 S Eliseo, Ste 140, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 925-7620 wellness@maringeneral.org • maringeneral.org Marin General Hospital - Offer 11 support groups - everything from breast and prostate cancer to lymphoma and many more.

Community Congregational Church

145 Rock Hill Dr, Tiburon CA 94920 (415) 435-9108 • (415) 435-4658 tib-ccc@pacbell.net • ccctiburon.net A progressive Christian denomination known for taking important positions on issues of justice and inclusion for all people. CCC is an open and affirming congregation committed to creating a child-friendly, multicultural environment.

Seniors Circle

930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-9062 centerforah@gmail.com • cah-northbay.org Center for Attitudinal Healing — San Rafael - Workshop for life/living skills and issues affecting older adults 55+ from 10-11:30am Wed at Whistlestop every week.

Friendship Line for the Elderly

3575 Geary Blvd, San Francisco CA 94118 (415) 752-3778 • (800) 971-0016 ioaging.org Institute on Aging - 24-hour emotional support and telephone companionship program. Crisis intervention for individuals over 60.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Huntington Disease Society of America

240 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon CA 94920 (415) 250-7743 zankoandrea@gmail.com • hdsa.org Community Support Group - Support group for individuals affected by or at-risk for Huntington disease, including family, friends and loved ones. Facilitated by Andrea Zanko, MS Licensed Genetics Counselor. 3rd Thurs. eve 7-8:30pm.

Keeping Hope Alive

(415) 455-8600 carol@keepinghopealive.org • keepinghopealive.org Stroke support group - Small group led by a psychotherapist who is also a 28 year stroke survivor. Meets two hours weekly in San Rafael. Sliding scale for service.

Marin AIDS Project

910 Irwin St, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2487 info@marinaidsproject.org • marinaidsproject.org Free, confidential case management and benefits counseling services for people living with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. Information & referral, education & prevention programs.

Marin Man to Man

(415) 459-3434 info@marin-man-to-man.org • marin-man-to-man.org Free weekly support group for men whose partners have had breast cancer or other life threatening diseases. Swaps concerns, experiences, views and information.

Marin Prostate Cancer Information and Support Group

(415) 459-4668 vegstan2@ix.netcom.com Meets every week to share experiences. Significant others always welcome.

Muscular Dystrophy Association of America

(800) 572-1717 mda.org Support groups and services for persons with MD and their families.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

(415) 383-2741 Meetings held at 1pm the 4th Tuesday of the month at the Redwoods in Mill Valley. General meeting, speakers and discussion groups. Ask for Noreen.

The Spahr Center

910 Irwin Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2487 www.thespahrcenter.org The Spahr Center is home to the Marin AIDS Project and Spectrum LGBT Center. We offer LGBTQ advocacy, support and services for all ages and comprehensive HIV/AIDS services. We have support groups for LGBT seniors; LGBTQ teens and young adults and parents of LGBTQ teens. We also offer support groups for people living with HIV including a group for Latinos living with and affected by HIV; Spanish is spoken in the group. Call for details.

Our Lady of Loretto Church

1806 Novato Blvd, Novato CA 94947 (415) 897-2171 church@ollnovato.org • ollnovato.org Offers support groups, counseling and grief counseling. Please contact Sister Jeanette Lombardi for more information.

Reach to Recovery

(415) 454-8464 cancer.org American Cancer Society - Information, advice and support for breast cancer patients from diagnosis through recovery.

Neuropathy Support Group

1100 Las Galinas Blvd, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 246 -9156 macscottcu@me.com • www.foundationforpn.org Neuropathy Association and support group held every third Wed. of the month at 1pm. Held at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection. Donations accepted. Contact Scott Stokes at (415)246-9156.

Senior Access

70 Skyview Terrace, Bldg B, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 491-2500 info@senioraccess.org • senioraccess.org Caring for an older adult can be challenging! But you don’t have to do it alone. Senior Access has two caregiver support groups each month, facilitated by a specially trained professional. Share experiences, receive emotional support, and get resources.

Spectrum LGBT Center

912 Irwin Street, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 457-2487 x117 info@spectrumlgbtcenter.org • spectrumlgbtcenter.org Support and social groups for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered individuals and family & friends support.

Telephone outreach and home visits, library and volunteer opportunities.

The Mended Hearts, Inc.

(888) 432-7899 info@mendedhearts.org • mendedhearts.org The Mended Hearts program partners with hospitals and clinics to offer services to heart patients through visiting programs, support group meetings and educational forums.

Call for specific chapter information.

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SUPPORT GROUPS •TRANSPORTATION

Widowed Persons Association of California

Marin Access Travel Training for Older Adults

TRANSPORTATION

Marin Catch-A-Ride

PO Box 6034, San Rafael CA 94903 suejoy_2@hotmail.com • widowedcal.org widowedpersonsofmarin.com A nonprofit, nondenominational community service organization dedicated to helping widowed people overcome their grief and learn to live and laugh again.

(415) 226-0869 marinaccess.org A service of Marin Transit. Door-to-door personalized transportation for people with disabilities who are unable to use public transit. Eligibility application must be approved prior to service. Call or visit website for further information.

(415) 473-2943 marinaccess.org A service of Marin Transit made possible by the vehicle registration fee - Provides discounted taxi rides for Marin Residents who are 80+ (or 60+ and no longer driving.) Call for eligibility information and to apply.

Homeward Bound of Marin

1399 N. Hamilton Parkway, Novato CA 94949 (415) 382-3532 Gabeterry@hbofm.org • hbofm.org/

American Cancer Society Ground Transportation Service

Marin Transit

1451 Guerneville Rd., Ste 220, Santa Rosa CA 95403 (888) 227-6333 eliza.schoellhorn@cancer.org • cancer.org Road to Recovery - Transportation for cancer patients to treatments and home again. 7 to 10 business days notice needed to schedule a ride.

Golden Gate Transit

San Rafael Transit Center, Platform D, 850 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 455-2000 customerservice@goldengate.org goldengatetransit.org Customer Service - Older adults and persons with disabilities are eligible for discount fares on public transit. Open weekdays 7am to 6pm.

Hamilton Shuttle / Marin Access

(415) 454-0964 info@whistlestop.org www.hamiltonfield.org/document_main.asp Operated by Whistlestop at Marin access - A free program funded by the Hamilton Homeowners Association to transport residents and employees of Hamilton Field in Novato. Please call for information on scheduled times and stops.

Marin Access Mobility Management Center (415) 454-0902 info@whistlestop.org • marinaccess.org A service of Marin Transit operated by Whistlestop. On-call transportation information and referral service. Focused on meeting the mobility needs of Marin’s older adults, persons with disabilities and low-income residents.

711 Grand Ave, Ste 110, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 226-0855 marintransit.org Provides all local public transportation within Marin County.

Novato Dial-A-Ride

(415) 892-7899 marintransit.org/novatodialaride.html Operated by Whistlestop - Curb-to-curb pick-up and drop-off.

You must call to schedule your trip. All trips must start and end within the service area. Everyone is welcome to use this service.

Novato Health Express

(415) 457-1392 Sponsored by Sutter Hospital and operated by Whistlestop Shuttle takes seniors to medical appointments at select locations in Novato by appointment only.

Safe Transport and Reimbursement Program “STAR”

(415) 454-0969 • (800) 454-0964 (outside of Marin) info@whistlestop.org • whistlestop.org Funded through the vehicle registration fee and administered by Whistlestop.

TRIPtrans

(415) 663-8148 x103 wmss.org TRIPtrans provides mileage reimbursements for volunteers who drive seniors or disabled people to appointments, outings and shopping. Mon-Th 10am-5pm; Fri 10am - 3pm.

Marin Access Paratransit

(415) 454-0964 • (800) 454-0964 (outside Marin) Info@whistlestop.org • marinaccess.org A service of Marin Transit operated by Whistlestop. Door-todoor personalized transportation for people with disabilities who are unable to use public transit. Eligibility application must be approved prior to service. Call or visit website for further information.

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TRANSPORTATION • VETERAN’S SERVICES • VOLUNTEERING

Whistlestop Wheels Paratransit

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 454-0902 navigator@whistlestop.org whistlestop.org A ride service of Marin Transit operated

by Whistlestop, for people with disabilities who cannot access public transit.

West Marin Stagecoach

(415) 526-3239 marintransit.org North Route connects Inverness, Pt. Reyes Station, Olema, Samuel P. Taylor Park, Lagunitas, Forest Knolls, San Geronimo, etc. with San Rafael Transit Center. South Route connects Bolinas, Stinson Beach, etc. with Marin City.

VETERAN’S SERVICES Marin County Division of Aging and Adult Services

10 N San Pedro Rd, Rm 1010; San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-6193 • marinhhs.org/veterans-services Assistance to veterans in securing benefits, housing and medical treatment.

San Francisco VA Medical Center

4150 Clement St, San Francisco CA 94121 (415) 221-4810 • (877) 487-2838 http://www.sanfrancisco.va.gov/ A patient-centered integrated health care organization for veterans providing excellent health care, research, and education. VA Centers also in Oakland and Santa Rosa.

VOLUNTEERING AARP Experience Corps Marin

501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae CA 94904 (415) 464-1767 jkramer@ncphs.org • www.ec4marin.org Engages people 50+ in tutoring and mentoring students in elementary schools (K-3) in San Rafael and Novato. Use your time, talent and experience to help children succeed in school supporting literacy. Training and materials provided.

Ceres Community Project of Marin

PO Box 151049, San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 488-5053 lindad@marin.ceresproject.org marin.ceresproject.org Local teens prepare nourishing meals two days each week in Whistlestop’s Jackson Café kitchen. Meals are then delivered by volunteers to cancer patients in Marin.

Civic Center Volunteers

3501 Civic Center Dr, Ste 407, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-7407 astarr@marincounty.org • marincounty.org/depts/hr Call for information on how you can make a difference as a volunteer.

Center for Volunteer and Non-Profit Leadership (CVNL)

65 Mitchell Blvd., Suite 101 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 479-5710 • cvnl.org Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership of Marin & Napa- Recruits, screens and refers volunteers to community organizations. Civic Engagement Leadership Team (CELT) is a skill-based volunteering program for 55+ adults.

LITA Love Is The Answer

4340 Redwood Hwy. Ste F101, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 472-5482 litamarin@sbcglobal.net • litamarin.org Love is the Answer - Adults, youth, children and pets serve as weekly visitors/friends for lonely and isolated elderly living in long-term care facilities. Volunteers are needed.

Marin Art and Garden Center

30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross CA 94957 (415) 455-5260 • magc.org Eleven acres saved from development in 1943 open to the public from sunrise to sunset. Gardens, art gallery, historical library, antique shop. Open Mon-Sat 9-5.

Marin County Civil Grand Jury

3501 Civic Center Dr, Rm 275, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-6132 • TTY: (415) 473-2226 co.marin.ca.us/grandjury Applications being accepted to the Marin Grand Jury. Jurors serve 1 year beginning July 1. Application deadline is April 2.

Go to website for information or call.

Marin County School Volunteers

1111 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 499-5896 mcsv@marinschools.org • mcsv.org Connects volunteers with students throughout Marin County. Volunteers work in classrooms, homework centers and community programs. Training and support is given so volunteers can become effective tutors.

Novato Independent Elders Program (NIEP)

At Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato CA 94947 (415) 899-8296 Volunteer with outreach programs to help older adults. NIEP volunteer opportunities include seasonal Yardwork, Margaret Todd Cafe, Brown Bag Market, Home Delivered Grocery Program and the Senior Produce Market.

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VOLUNTEERING • VOTER INFORMATION

SCORE

Marin County Elections Department

West Marin Senior Services

Marin County Registrar of Voters

455 Market St, Ste 600, San Francisco CA 94105 (415) 744-6827 • sfscore.org Service Corps of Retired Executives - Links retired persons with management expertise to small businesses and community organizations in need of management counseling.

Local appointments at San Rafael Chamber of Commerce.

11435 State Hwy 1, PO Box 791 Pt. Reyes Station CA 94956 (415) 663-8148 wmss.org We have a rewarding volunteer activity for everyone.

Delivering meals, driving seniors, making friendly visits, preforming in-office tasks and helping at the Community Lunch are just a few.

3501 Civic Center Drive, RM 121 San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-6456 • TTY (415) 473-6899 elections@marincounty.org • marinvotes.org The Election’s Department provides Marin County residents with information on voting and upcoming elections.

Marin Civic Center, Rm 121, San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 473-6456 • TTY (415) 473-6899 elections@marincounty.org • marinvotes.org Marin County Elections Department

Marin Villages

4340 Redwood Highway, Suite F-142 San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 457-4633 info@marinvillages.org • marinvillages.org Marin Villages is dedicated to helping older adults remain independent in their own homes and communities, with dignity and grace. It provides services through its volunteer network of neighbors helping neighbors. To join, volunteer and/or donate to Marin Villages or for more information.

Whistlestop Active Aging Center

930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael CA 94901 (415) 456-9067 volunteer@whistlestop.org whistlestop.org Wide variety of volunteer opportunities from delivering meals, teaching classes, greeting participants and serving in the Cafe to supporting special projects.

Every third week of month in the Pacific Sun

E PRESS Marin’s Older Adult Community Connection Since 1954

VOTER INFORMATION League of Women Voters of Marin County 4340 Redwood Highway, Suite F108 San Rafael CA 94903 (415) 507-0824 livmc@marinlwv.org • marinlwv.org/ The League is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages active participation in government. We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate, but we do influence public policy through education and advocacy.

With national, state, regional, and local leagues, we fight for all citizens to make government work better.

Published by the Pacific Sun and Whistlestop, The Whistlestop Express is our monthly publication designed to bring light to important issues concerning older adults, and to help them and their families find the resources they need to live vital and vibrant lives.

To advertise, contact the Pacific Sun at 415-485-6700.

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INDEX AARP............................................................................ 7 AARP Drivers Safety Program...................................... 15 AARP Experience Corps Marin...................................... 44 Acacia Cremation & Burial Society............................... 17 Admin. on Aging – Emerg Prep................................... 14 Advantage Home Loans.............................................. 18 Aegis Living of Corte Madera................................. 22, 31 AgeSong Marin..................................................... 15, 41 Aging Life Care Association ™....................................... 9 Aging Solutions, Inc.................................................. 7, 8 A Hire Source Home Care............................................ 29 Albert J. Boro Community Center................................. 37 Aldersly...................................................................... 32 AlmaVia of San Rafael................................................ 32 Alzheimer’s Association of Marin................................. 22 Amer Cancer Soc Transportation Service....................... 43 American Academy of Opthamology............................ 28 American Cancer Society............................................. 24 American Diabetes Association.................................... 27 American Heart Association......................................... 27 American Lung Association.................................... 27, 41 American Red Cross.................................................... 14 American Speech, Language & Hearing Association...... 27 Amputee Coalition of America............................... 27, 41 Arthritis Foundation.............................................. 27, 34 At Home Caregivers................................................ 8, 29 Bay Area Community Resources.................................. 41 Bay Area Legal Aid..................................................... 36 Bel-Net...................................................................... 40 Better Breathers Club.................................................. 41 Better Business Bureau............................................... 10 Blind & Vision Impaired of Marin........................... 28, 41 Blood Centers of the Pacific................................... 23, 24 Bradley Real Estate..................................................... 32 Braille and Talking Books Library................................ 28 Brain Injury Network of the Bay Area.................... 34, 41 Brazilian Alliance........................................................ 37 Brown Bag Pantry at Whistlestop................................. 20 Buck Institute for Age Research................................... 15 California Alpine Club................................................. 37 California Department of Rehabilitation....................... 12 California Registry................................................ 22, 32 California Senior Legislators.......................................... 7 Canal Alliance....................................................... 20, 34 Canine Companions for Independence (CCI)................. 12 CARE.......................................................................... 19 Center for Attitudinal Healing...................................... 41 Center for Domestic Peace............................... 12, 16, 34 Center for Integrative Health and Wellness.................. 41 Center for Integrative Health & Wellness..................... 24 Center for Volunteer and Non-Profit Leadership (CVNL). 44 Ceres Community Project of Marin......................... 20, 44 Civic Center Volunteers................................................ 44 College of Marin Re-Entry Services.............................. 16

College of Marin — Student Accessibility Services....... 12 Community Action Marin............................................. 34 Community Congregational Church........................ 37, 41 Community Healing Centers.................................. 11, 21 Community Institute for Psychotherapy................. 11, 21 Community Violence Solutions............................... 11, 12 Compassionate Friends of Marin, The........................... 22 Compassion & Choices Northern California............... 7, 11 Computers Made Easy........................................... 10, 15 Corte Madera Community Center............................. 8, 20 Corte Madera Parks and Recreation............................. 37 Corte Madera Swingers......................................... 38, 39 Corte Madera Swingers — Bingo Group........................ 8 Dance Palace Community Center................................. 38 DaVita: Kidney Disease and Dialysis........................... 26 Deaf & Disabled Telecommunications Program (DDTP). 25 Denti-Cal.................................................................... 24 Drake Terrace............................................................. 32 EAH Housing.............................................................. 32 Easter Seals of Northern California........................ 12, 18 Edgewater Seniors.................................................. 8, 38 Edward Naegel Hair Cutting........................................ 10 Elder Financial Protection Network (EFPN)............. 16, 19 ElderWISE................................................................... 10 Emeritus College at College of Marin........................... 15 Enchanted Hills Camp & Retreat Center for the Blind.... 39 Episcopal Senior Communities............................... 32, 40 Episcopal Senior Communities Senior Center Without Walls................................... 40 Estate Services............................................................ 11 Etheridge Care Management................................... 8, 23 Fair Housing of Marin................................................. 32 Family Caregiver Alliance.............................................. 8 Family Service Agency of Marin............................ 11, 21 FamilyWorks........................................................ 11, 15 Fit For Life.................................................................. 22 Food Stamps or CalFresh............................................. 20 Foundation for Osteoporosis Research & Education....... 27 Friendship Line for the Elderly..................................... 41 George H. John, Attorney at Law................................. 36 Golden Gate Computer Society.............................. 10, 16 Golden Gate Transit.................................................... 43 Golden Years Medical, Inc..................................... 18, 22 Good Earth Organic lunch program at the Margaret Todd Senior Center................................. 20 Gray Panthers of San Francisco..................................... 7 Guardian Angel Driving Safety Services................. 12, 40 Guide Dogs for the Blind............................................. 28 Hamilton Shuttle / Marin Access.................................. 43 Health Care Connection............................................... 29 Health Care & Resources............................................. 34 HEAP.......................................................................... 19 Hearing & Speech Center of Northern California.......... 26 Hearing & Speech Clinic........................................ 24, 25 Hear Now............................................................. 18, 25

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Hear So Good Audiology & Hearing Aids................ 18, 25 Heart and Soul Home Care Management................. 8, 29 Helping Hands Home Care...................................... 9, 30 HHS Mental Health and Substance Use Services........... 26 HICAP.................................................................... 7, 36 Hired Hands Homecare........................................... 9, 30 Hi-Tech Tree Service.................................................... 31 Homa Rassouli Reverse Mortgage Specialist................. 19 Home Care Assistance................................................. 30 Home CARES Equipment Recyclers............................... 18 Home Helpers................................................. 10, 30, 35 Homeward Bound of Marin................................... 12, 43 Homewell Senior Care........................................... 30, 36 Hospice By The Bay.............................................. 11, 17 Huntington Disease Society of America........................ 42 Ida Geary Glaucoma Support Group............................ 28 IHSS....................................................................... 9, 12 IHSS In Home Supportive Services............................... 30 In-Home Therapy Services of Marin....................... 22, 30 Inspired Senior Living Options..................................... 32 Institute on Aging......................................................... 9 Institute on Aging Friendship Line for the Elderly......... 12 IOA — Institute on Aging........................................... 19 Kaiser Permanente Medical Center........................ 26, 34 Keaton’s Mortuaries.................................................... 17 Keeping Hope Alive.................................................... 42 Kentfield Rehabilitation and Specialty Hospital............. 26 Kidney Community Education / CAM..................... 16, 34 Kindred at Home.................................................. 14, 30 Kindred Transition Care and Rehabilitation Center........ 28 Larkspur Larks........................................................... 38 Larkspur Walkers........................................................ 39 Larriece Stuart, CMP................................................... 39 Lawyer Referral Service.............................................. 36 League of Women Voters of Marin County................... 45 Legal Aid of Marin...................................................... 36 Legal Self-Help Services of Marin Supreme Court......... 36 Library Beyond Walls.................................................. 13 Lifehouse................................................................... 13 Lifeline....................................................................... 37 Lift & Accessibility Solutions........................................ 30 LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired...... 13, 28 LightHouse for the Blind & Visually Impaired Resource Store...................................................... 34 LightHouse of Marin............................................. 13, 28 LITA........................................................................... 10 LITA Love Is The Answer.............................................. 44 Living/Dying Project............................................. 11, 26 Los Robles Mobile Home Park..................................... 32 Lucille’s List................................................................ 32 Margaret Todd Senior Center................................. 34, 39 Marguerita C Johnson Senior Center............................ 38 Marin Access Mobility Management Center................... 43 Marin Access Operated by Whistlestop......................... 13 Marin Access Paratransit............................................. 43

INDEX Marin Access Travel Training for Older Adults............... 43 Marin Adult Day Health Center................................ 7, 22 Marin AIDS Project................................................ 35, 42 Marin Art and Garden Center................................ 39, 44 Marin Cancer Institute................................................. 24 Marin Catch-A-Ride..................................................... 43 Marin Center for Independent Living..................... 13, 30 Marin City Senior Sunshine Club.............................. 8, 38 Marin Community Clinics............................................. 24 Marin Community Clinics — Dental............................ 24 Marin Community Mental Health Services.................... 26 Marin Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital......... 23, 28 Marin County Adult Protective Services.................. 12, 16 Marin County Aging and Adult Services........................ 35 Marin County Civil Grand Jury..................................... 44 Marin County Commission on Aging............................... 7 Marin County Dental Services...................................... 24 Marin County Dental Society....................................... 24 Marin County DA’s Consumer Protection Office....... 11, 36 Marin County Division of Aging and Adult Services....... 44 Marin County Division of Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco..... 41 Marin County Elections Department............................. 45 Marin County Health & Human Services Aging and Adult Services....................................... 32 Marin County Library Computer Tutoring..................... 10 Marin County Office of Education................................ 16 Marin County Ombudsman Program........................ 7, 16 Marin County Registrar of Voters................................. 45 Marin County School Volunteers.................................. 44 Marin County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services.... 14 Marin Employment Connection (MEC).......................... 17 Marin Eyes................................................................. 29 Marin General Hospital............................................... 26 Marin General Hospital Behavioral Health................... 26 Marin Hearing Center........................................... 18, 25 Marin Housing Authority....................................... 19, 32 Marin Humane Society................................................ 39 Marin Humane Society — Dog Licenses...................... 39 Marin Independent Caregivers Network................... 9, 30 Marin Man to Man...................................................... 42 Marin Medical Equipment Recyclers (HomeCARES)....... 18 Marin Prostate Cancer Information and Support........... 42 Marin Retired Teachers Association.............................. 38 Marin Transit.............................................................. 43 Marin Villages.................................................. 7, 38, 45 Marin YMCA......................................................... 38, 39 Mary-Alice Cardenas Reverse Mortgage Specialist........ 20 Meals from Friends..................................................... 21 Medi-Cal Assistance Department of Health & Human Services...................................... 18 Medical Center of Marin.............................................. 26 Medicare.................................................................... 36 Memory Care Cafè...................................................... 39 Mended Hearts, Inc., The...................................... 28, 42 Mill Street Center........................................................ 32

Mill Valley Seniors Club........................................... 8, 38 Muscular Dystrophy Association of America.................. 42 Muscular Dystrophy Association of America.................. 27 Nancy Rhine, MS, LMFT......................................... 11, 22 National Association for Continence............................. 27 National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse................. 7 National Cancer Institute (NCI).................................... 24 National Council on Aging—SCSEP............................. 17 National Institute of Mental Health.............................. 26 Nazareth House.......................................................... 18 Neuropathy Support Group......................................... 42 North Bay Dental........................................................ 24 North Bay Eldercare Options................................... 7, 10 North Coast Mobility............................................. 14, 18 Novato Community Hospital........................................ 26 Novato Dial-A-Ride..................................................... 43 Novato Health Express................................................ 43 Novato Human Needs Center................................ 20, 21 Novato Independent Elders Program (NIEP)........... 21, 44 Novato Senior Citizens Club at Margaret Todd Senior Center................................. 39 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)...................... 16 Osher Marin Jewish Community Center.................. 14, 40 Our Lady of Loretto Church................................... 22, 42 Parkinson’s Disease Support Group.............................. 42 Pets Unlimited............................................................ 39 Prandi Property Management..................................... 11 Prevent Blindness Northern California................... 28, 29 Project Independence Marin County’s Care Transition Program................................................ 31 Rafael Convalescent Hospital....................................... 28 Reach to Recovery...................................................... 42 Ready Marin............................................................... 14 Real Estate Sales......................................................... 19 Redwoods, The........................................................... 34 Retired Public Employees Association........................... 38 Reverse Mortgage Specialist........................................ 20 Right at Home...................................................... 23, 31 Ritter Center......................................................... 24, 35 Ross Valley Seniors............................................... 38, 40 Rotary Valley Senior Housing...................................... 33 Safe Transport and Reimbursement Program “STAR”.... 43 Salvation Army....................................................... 8, 15 San Anselmo Library Outreach Program...................... 14 San Francisco VA Medical Center............................ 26, 44 San Geronimo Valley Community Center................ 21, 40 San Rafael Goldenaires............................... 8, 21, 38, 40 San Rafael Home Delivered Groceries.......................... 21 San Rafael Public Library Computer Tutoring............... 10 San Rafael Public Library Outreach Program................ 14 Satellite Kidney Dialysis.............................................. 26 Saul Law Firm............................................................. 36 SCAN Health Plan................................................. 22, 36 SCORE........................................................................ 45 SearchSeniorLiving.com.............................................. 35

Senior Access.............................................................. 42 Senior Legal Hotline.................................................... 36 Senior Peer Counseling Program and A.C.A.S.A. Marin County Mental Health Substance Use Services. 12 Senior Resources @ Home.......................................... 31 Seniors At Home................................................... 10, 31 Seniors Circle.............................................................. 41 Seniors Coalition, The.................................................... 7 Senior Settlers LLC.......................................... 31, 33, 41 SF-Marin Food Bank................................................... 20 Silver Rain Estate Transition Services..................... 33, 36 Smith Ranch Homes.................................................... 33 Social Security Administration..................................... 14 Sonoma Council on Aging...................................... 20, 35 Spahr Center, The................................................. 11, 42 SparkPoint Marin Center............................................. 20 Spectrum LGBT Center................................................. 42 St. Hilary Church........................................................ 21 St. Isabella’s 50+ Club................................................ 38 Stockstill House.......................................................... 33 St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room.................................. 21 Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotline............................... 12 Sutter Care at Home............................................. 22, 31 Sutter Health Terra Linda Urgent Care Health Plaza..... 24 Sutter VNA & Hospice.................................................. 28 Tamalpais, The............................................................ 34 Tamalpais Union High School District Adult & Community Education.......................... 16, 37 Tam House................................................................. 33 Tam Valley Seniors Club.......................................... 8, 38 Technology For Life............................................... 10, 36 Terra Linda Seniors................................................. 8, 38 TRIPtrans................................................................... 43 Unemployment Insurance........................................... 20 Veterans Housing & Services....................................... 34 Veterans Housing & Services & Advocacy....................... 7 Visiting Angels...................................................... 31, 36 West Marin Senior Services............................. 10, 18, 45 West Marin Senior Services Point Reyes Station Community Lunch.................... 21 West Marin Stagecoach............................................... 44 Whistlestop................................................................. 37 Whistlestop Active Aging Center............................. 39, 40 Whistlestop Help Desk................................................. 35 Whistlestop Legal Help Desk........................................ 37 Whistlestop’s Jackson Café.......................................... 21 Whistlestop Wheels/Marin Access................................ 14 Whistlestop Wheels Paratransit.................................... 44 Widowed Persons Association of California................... 43 Windchime of Marin.............................................. 23, 34 You Are Not Alone Program......................................... 40 YWCA 50-Plus Employment — Support Program for Women................................. 17

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