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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S WHISTLESTOP GUIDE Welcome..........................................................6 Contact Information.......................................10 Transportation................................................12 Nutrition Programs.........................................16 Active Aging Center Classes & Services...........18 Volunteer Programs.......................................24 FY2016 Funding............................................26

DIRECTORY OF OLDER ADULT SERVICES CARE Adult Day Care Programs ..............................28 Care Management ........................................28 Disabled Adult Services ..................................29 End of Life......................................................30 Grief Counseling ............................................30 Home Care ....................................................30 In-Home Services ..........................................32 Pet Care ........................................................32 Substance Abuse ............................................33 Support Groups .............................................33

EDUCATION Computer Services .........................................35 Education ......................................................35 Employment Opportunities ............................36 Information and Referral ..............................37 Insurance Information ...................................38 Volunteering ..................................................38 Voter Information ..........................................39

EMERGENCY Crisis Intervention ..........................................39 Disaster Preparedness ...................................40 Medical Alerts ................................................40 Safety and Security .......................................40

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FOOD Community Meals .........................................40 Food Pantries ................................................41 Nutrition ........................................................42

HEALTH Alzheimer’s ....................................................43 Blood Bank ...................................................43 Cancer ...........................................................43 Dental Services ..............................................44 Equipment .....................................................44 Fitness ...........................................................44 Health Care Organizations ............................45 Health Centers and Clinics .............................46 Hearing/Audiology .......................................46 Hospitals ........................................................47 Mental Health Care .......................................47 Vision Impairment .........................................48 Veterans Services ..........................................49

HOUSING Assisted and Independent Living ...................50 Home Repair .................................................51 Housing Resources ........................................51 Storage .........................................................52

LEGAL Advocacy .......................................................52 Consumer Services ........................................53 Elder Abuse ...................................................54 Legal Counseling ...........................................54

MONEY Financial Services ..........................................55

RECREATION & SOCIAL CONNECTION BINGO ...........................................................56 Companionship .............................................56 Gardens .........................................................57 Multicultural Services .....................................57 Older Adult Organizations .............................57

TRANSPORTATION................59 INDEX......................................................62

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February 2017 Over the past 62 years, Whistlestop has been helping older adults and people with disabilities thrive through the power of human connection. We provide vital services uniquely designed to help our most isolated neighbors remain connected to the community and to enhance their independence and well-being, both physically and emotionally.

This year, in order to create a one-stop resource, we have combined our Official Whistlestop Guide with the Directory of Older Adult Services.

The front section of this publication is the Official Whistlestop Guide, a resource with a summary of each of the classes and services that we offer.

The second section of this publication is our Directory of Older Adult Services, a rich reference resource for older adults and their families in Marin County.

You will find a Table of Contents on page 4 which lists categories. You may find it useful to browse through categories of interest to discover new resources. If you’re looking for a particular listing, you can use the Index, starting on page 62.

We hope you find this combined Official Whistlestop Guide and Directory of Older Adult Services useful. It is our hope that you use it to enhance your life, or the life of a loved one.

Please stop by any time to have lunch in our Jackson Café, to check out our many classes and services, or to get involved by volunteering or becoming a donor. We can’t do what we do without our community of supporters, and we invite you to become part of our Whistlestop family!

Joe O’Hehir CEO, Whistlestop

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KEY CONTACT INFORMATION Website: whistlestop.org Email: info@whistlestop.org Transportation Services: (415) 454-0902 Active Aging Center, Reception: (415) 456-9062

HelpDesk Info & Referrals: (415) 459-6700 Schedule HICAP appointment: (800) 434-0222 Homeshare Program: (415) 456-9068 Mailing address: 930 Tamalpais Ave San Rafael, CA 94901

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Whistlestop is Grateful for the Support of Local Businesses and Organizations Thank you for the generosity and support of the following groups and businesses during this past holiday season: Marin Foundation - Driftwood Unit Equator Coffee & Teas | Home Instead Senior Care BoxTrot Gifts | San Rafael Las Galinas Lions Club Mission San Rafael Rotary | Rotary Club of San Rafael Harbor Thanks also to the hundreds of community members who made holiday cards for our Meals on Wheels and Meals of Marin recipients.

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WHISTLESTOP PROGR AMSAND ANDSERVICES: SERVICES: WHISTLESTOP ’S’SPROGR AMS

TR ANSPORTATION

Whistlestop operates the Marin Access family of programs on behalf of Marin Transit and paratransit services on behalf of Golden Gate Transit.

These programs are geared toward older adults and/ or people living with disabilities in Marin County.

With 163 employees in transportation, Whistlestop operates a robust call center, dispatch services, and employs more than 119 drivers. We also provide vehicle maintenance and ongoing safety trainings for our staff.

Through our work for Marin Transit and other

organizations, each year Whistlestop uses 120 vehicles to provide some 400,000 rides. Our schedulers and Travel Navigators take over 10,000 calls a month to arrange for the personal transportation needs of nearly 3,000 older adults and individuals with disabilities traveling in four counties. Because our drivers are expected to provide consistently excellent customer service to individuals with often unique mobility needs, they must complete extensive and comprehensive driver and passenger sensitivity training before they ever take the wheel.

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ADA Paratransit (Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990)

Paratransit is a transportation service designed for persons who, because of a physical or mental condition, are unable to ride public fixed-route transportation.

An application must be completed in advance to qualify for the program.

Once a person is qualified to use the service, rides can be scheduled. This is a shared ride service, so rides generally take longer than an individual taxi ride.

A caregiver may ride with a qualified passenger in need of special assistance.

Ride cost is based on distance, the same as the public bus service. See page 60

Marin Access Travel Navigators

The Marin Access Travel Navigators operate a one-stop call center that coordinates many transportation resources for Marin’s older adults, persons with disabilities and low-income residents. Travel Navigators can provide eligibility information, counsel Marin residents on their travel options, and help you learn more about how to get around Marin and beyond. See page 60

Volunteer Driver Programs

SPECIAL NEEDS TRANSPORTATION ANNUAL FAST FACTS

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Completed one-way rides

CarePool Drivers

SPECIAL NEEDS TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Completed one-way rides

Whistlestop CarePool

CarePool is a volunteer driver program that helps older adults get to medical appointments or the grocery store.

CarePool offers free rides to Marin residents 65 or older, and to people with disabilities. CarePool offers a unique “door through door” service. Volunteer drivers provide extra support, such as unloading groceries for riders, walking riders into their medical appointments, and waiting with them until their appointment ends. See page 61

393,000

67 107 Completed one-way rides

Whistlestop Vehicles

Star Volunteer drivers

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Through the services we help provide, Marin residents are connected with a variety of transportation options which are designed to meet individual needs and improve their quality of life.

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STAR and TRIP Programs

The STAR and TRIP (TRIP serves West Marin) programs empower older adults and people with disabilities to remain independent by providing mileage reimbursement to people who provide them with rides. Participants identify members of their community who are willing to be a driver for them. After the trips are completed, mileage is tracked and a reimbursement form is submitted. Checks are then made out to the participant who can, in turn, reimburse their driver. See page 60

Other Marin Access Programs

Access programs including the Marin Catch-A-Ride, and the Low-Income Rider Scholarship Program.

Marin Catch-A-Ride is a discounted ride program that provides discounted taxi rides for seniors and individuals with disabilities in Marin. The Low-Income Rider Scholarship Program is designed to provide free paratransit rides for Marin County residents who need financial assistance.

Call, email or visit the Travel Navigators at the Whistlestop Active Aging Center to learn more or to see if you, a family member, or friend are eligible for any of these vital programs. See page 60.

The Travel Navigators assist community members and determine eligibility for a variety of Marin

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Whistlestop is committed to providing fresh, affordable (or sometimes free), and delicious meals for older adults.

Several options–from dining in the Jackson Café to having groceries delivered right to your door–are available depending upon your needs.

Jackson Café

Whistlestop’s Jackson Café, across from the bus depot in central San Rafael, is a collaboration with Homeward Bound of Marin’s Fresh Starts Culinary Academy.

Meals are prepared by Fresh Starts Culinary Academy graduates and served by Whistlestop volunteers. Jackson Café is open to the public and offers a wonderful place to relax and enjoy lunch with friends. The meals are fresh, affordable, and delicious. The daily menu includes a hot main entrée, soup du jour and a variety of other favorite lunch dishes. The restaurant, kitchen, and dining room are also available for rental and catering. The central San Rafael location is ideal for club breakfast meetings, wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthday parties and corporate events. See page 43

Meals on Wheels

For more than half a century, Meals on Wheels has served as a vital lifeline by delivering meals to housebound adults throughout America. Here in Marin

County, Whistlestop delivers fresh, chilled meals up to three times each week to more than 250 housebound older adults in our community. You may be in need of meals for a short-term due to an illness or the absence of a caregiver or in need of the home-delivered meals on an ongoing basis.

Either way, simply phone (415) 4574636 to get signed up through the County of Marin. Meal recipients or their families are asked to make a small suggested contribution of $3.50/meal to help offset the costs of providing the service.

See page 43

Meals of Marin

The Meals of Marin program delivers food to persons suffering from life threatening illnesses, three days a week, with the help of dedicated volunteer drivers. The program delivers fresh or frozen food to those needing a bit of extra help getting the daily nutrition they need. See page 43

Community Breakfast

Whistlestop offers a delicious and healthy communitystyle breakfast at the Jackson Café. Come socialize with friends, new and old, on the first Friday of every month from 9am to 10am. For those 60+ there is a suggested contribution of $3.00, and for those under 60 breakfast is $6. Open to the entire community. See page 41

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FAST FACTS Brown Bag Pantry

A partnership with the San Francisco/Marin Food Bank Brown Bag Pantries are open to older adults (60+) who live in Marin County. Currently there are weekly Brown Bag Pantries at seven Marin locations including Whistlestop. The pantry is a supplemental food program that invites older adults to choose from a vast array of seasonal fruits and veggies; meat, eggs, or beans; grains, pasta, bread, or rice, and canned goods.

The Brown Bag Pantry takes place every Friday at 11:30 AM in the Caboose at Whistlestop. See page 41

Meals served at the Jackson Café including The Community Breakfast.

Supplemental Food Program

A partnership with the San Francisco/Marin Food Bank Every third Wednesday of the month, Whistlestop participates in the Supplemental Food Program, where on average, 66 older adults and 5 children receive food boxes that include a variety of quality foods such as tuna, rice, cheese, pasta and peanut butter. This is a Federal program being offered in Marin for the first time. If you live in Marin, are 60 years old and your income is less than $1174/month (or you have a child younger than 6 years old and your family does not participate in WIC), you may be eligible for the Supplemental Food Program.

Call (415) 456-9062 or Helplink @ 2-1-1. See page 42

Meals delivered through the Meals on Wheels, Meals of Marin, and Home Delivered Grocery programs.

Home Delivery Grocery Program

This program is available for homebound San Rafael older adults (60+) who need shopping assistance.

Delivery is free. Older adults pay only for the groceries.

Participants can use the program on a weekly, monthly, or shorter basis, i.e. while recovering from an illness.

The program is a partnership between Whistlestop, Episcopal Senior Communities, Novato Independent Elders Program, and San Rafael Safeway. See page 42

Pounds of food distributed through the Brown Bag Pantry and supplemental food programs.

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ACTIVE AGING CENTER CLASSES & SERVICES

WHISTLESTOP ’S PROGR AMS AND SERVICES:

Just like a college course catalog, the following are comprehensive descriptions of all of our programs, classes, groups, and services. To find specific dates and times when each is offered, visit whistlestop.org or call (415) 456-9062.

Health & Wellness Cardio Class

If you don’t mind breaking a sweat, this class ensures a good 50 minute workout (chair & standing exercises)

with warm up & cool down – complete with audio description so participants who are visually impaired or blind can easily join in.

Movement and Music

For older persons who have not been exercising regularly or have arthritis-related problems. Moderate, comfortable pace to meet individual needs. Chair exercises to tone both upper and lower body muscles.

Includes joint flexibility, muscle strengthening, balance, breathing coordination, and modified Tai Chi movements.

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A C T I V E A G I N G C E N T E R C L A S S E S & S E RV I C E S

Learn how balance works, why your balance may be deteriorating, and how you can safely implement very simple exercises to train your balance. Led by Tom Attardi, BS, MA, NMT who has been working in the health and healing rehabilitation field since 1992. Tom has worked primarily with those that are physically challenged with sustained disabilities, impairments, or limitations in their overall physical well-being.

Tai Chi

One hour of gentle exercises, most while seated, that work to tone up the body’s energy system. Especially suitable for older adults. Tai Chi Qigong is known particularly for improving stamina, stability, and balance.

Whistlesizers

In this warm and upbeat chair-exercise class, the instructor uses breathing muscle exercises to improve posture and relieve pain. Leg exercises increase blood flow and provide knee protection. Participants shrug shoulders, make faces, laugh, shake out fingers and hands, slap the floor with their feet and raise their arms up and out. The upper-body exercises expand heart space, and there are wedges for pain-relief floor work.

Arts & Crafts

Want to express yourself through creative art? This class leads you in creating your own artwork. Media includes: collage, wood work, watercolor, holiday cards, crafts, and more. Come have fun and explore your inner artist! For beginners and all levels of experience.

Jewelry Class

This class teaches you how to make specialized jewelry, such as memory wire bracelets, knotted bracelets, and leather Chanlu bracelets, plus much more. For beginners and all levels of experience.

Drumming Circle

Create a sense of connectedness with others and enhance your overall wellness and health through each drum beat. Please bring your own hand drum and/or percussion instruments.

Knitting Group

Learn how to knit hats, scarves, even afghan blankets.

Yarn provided. All experience levels welcome!

Mah Jongg

Yoga enables ‘gain and maintain’ balance, strength and flexibility of both body and mind. Yoga experience is not necessary. All levels can be accommodated.

Come and learn this wildly popular game of Chinese origin, usually played by four persons with tiles resembling dominoes and bearing visual designs. We use several tables so small groups can play and enjoy. It’s not a class (no teacher, no registration, no fee), but anyone is welcome to join in or watch.

Zumba Gold

Memoir Writing/Life Stories

Yoga

Zumba Gold is a great way for older adults to stay fit and active. Fun, motivating combination of Latin-inspired music and dance steps guaranteed to get you moving. Zumba movements are easy to follow and for all activity levels.

Brain Fitness Workshops

Whistlestop and Senior Access host free brain fitness workshops three times a year. Bob Nations, brain fitness expert, talks about how to exercise your brain, such as using your non-dominant hand for tasks, changing up routines, and playing games.

Brain Games for Mental Acuity

Join us for brain games, including large crossword, Sudoku, trivia, and word games to stimulate the mind and keep you sharp.

Arts & Entertainment Acting and Improvisation Class

Have you always wanted to try out your talent at acting?

This is a class to learn and practice the art of basic improvisation and acting techniques.

Share the stories of your life in a supportive group and learn how to write them down, creating a legacy for yourself and your loved ones. By the end of the class, you will have a small booklet/keepsake to share.

Ping Pong

Come and enjoy ping pong, great for the body and the mind! For beginning and more advanced players.

Zentangle

Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. People of all ages, and with a wide range of skills and interests, can use Zentangle to create in their very first class! Zentangle increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction, an increased sense of personal well-being, and a nice social setting to meet new friends.

Special Events

Join your Whistlestop community for annual special events, such as Fitness Sampler Day, Health Fairs, Russian Culture Day, Mariachi Celebration, Holiday Craft Boutique, and more. See our monthly newsletter, the

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Whistlestop Express, for upcoming events! Fees vary depending upon program.

Special Lunches

Enjoy monthly themed lunches in the Jackson Café, with entertainment and a special meal, to celebrate holidays such as: Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s and Father’s Day, Summer Fun/Luau, Oktoberfest, Thanksgiving, Winter Holidays, and other cultural celebrations. Come and celebrate the seasons and community together. Prices vary.

These lunches are listed each month on the website, in the Whistlestop Express monthly newsletter and in the office on the monthly printed activity calendar. Fees and pre-registration requirements vary, depending upon the program.

Special Outings

Check the monthly Whistlestop Express Newsletter for periodic special local outings.

Social & Support Groups ACASA, Amigos Consejeros A Su Alcance

This is a group of Spanish speaking counselors who meet weekly to discuss their clients. It is the parallel program of HOPE, both sponsored by the County of Marin. Clients or counselors can be referred to this program.

Mens Group

This is a discussion group for men 60 year of age and older, to explore men’s issues and the aging process, with an experienced facilitator.

Seniors Circle

An open support group for independent older adults (men & women, 55+), who give each other the gift of listening.

This is done in a caring environment, which encourages mutual sharing of experiences as older adults—the joys, concerns and wisdom. Facilitated by Center for Attitudinal Healing Counselors.

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Health Services Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Checks

Every Friday morning at 9:30 am, nurses from BrightStar Care offer blood pressure checks and cholesterol screenings at Whistlestop on a drop-in basis for a suggested donation. To participate, bring all of your medications and supplements to find out how and when to take them, how to store them, side effects, and possible interactions with other drugs. Don’t miss this opportunity to prevent health problems by keeping your blood pressure, cholesterol, and meds in check!

Chair Massage

Seated chair massage allows one to remain upright and fully clothed. The practitioner can work on your key areas of tension, including the neck, shoulders, back and arms. In as little as eight minutes, you’ll feel relaxed and invigorated, ready to get on with your day! Chair massage supports the entire body, taking the strain off the spine and promotes relaxation and health.

Health Presentations

Join us for a monthly health presentation from representatives of the Marin County Department of Health and Human Services, Kaiser Permanente, Marin General Hospital, SCAN Health or other health organization/professionals, on topics such as: pain management, body changes as we age, fall prevention, chronic conditions management, In Home Support Services, elder abuse prevention and awareness, shingles prevention and management, and more.

Telephone Access Program Hearing Screening

The California Telephone Access Program offers free hearing screenings to see if you are eligible for a special phone for the hearing and vision impaired. Whistlestop hosts these clinics throughout the year, and there are a variety of free, specialized phones available.

Manicures for Older Adults

Christy Hayes, a professional manicurist with over 20 years of experience, has graciously offered her services to the Whistlestop community free of charge, generally once a week. By appointment only.

Please call front desk.

Memory Screenings

This is a free thirty-minute screening to assess for memory impairments. Who should be screened?

Anyone who is concerned about memory loss or is experiencing warning signs of dementia. The face to face screening is private and confidential.

Language Classes ClassesESL English as a Second Language Program Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Levels

The Whistlestop ESL program, in partnership with Canal Alliance, provides over 14 weeks of instruction in three levels of English language training. Classes are offered in the fall, summer, and spring.

French Class

Enjoy this weekly, on-going basic French class.

Italian Class

Learn Italian with our instructor, Karen Raccanello. The class focuses on Italian language and culture.

Spanish Class

Enjoy this weekly popular beginner Spanish class emphasizing conversational Spanish, grammar and reading comprehension.

Multicultural Groups & Services Multicultural Senior Program at Albert J. Boro Community Center (formerly Pickleweed)

This is one of our largest and most culturally diverse social groups, coordinated by bilingual Multicultural Coordinator, Caroline Remer. Weekly offerings include educational, social, and nutrition programs. All cultures are welcome.

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French Club

This weekly group is for fluent French speakers to enjoy conversations and community together.

German Language Social Group This weekly group is for German speakers to come together and connect about German culture and community.

Persian Group

This is a social group that has been led by Mrs. Esmaili for the past 25 years. The group often attends Whistlestop English classes.

Russian Social Group

This weekly group is for Russian speaking participants to enjoy time together, learn about events at Whistlestop and the greater community, and to practice English together.

Spanish Club

A class that focuses on Spanish literature.

Attendees practice reading comprehension and discussion in Spanish.

Citizenship Class

This is a regular citizenship class that prepares students to take their naturalization test. The class is 6 months long and meets weekly for 1.5 hours. Future classes may also be provided in Russian and Vietnamese.

Immigration Legal Clinic

This service is made possible through a partnership with The Brazilian Alliance, and is open to people of all cultural backgrounds. They provide an immigration lawyer for consultations about legal immigration issues.

Multicultural Consultation Services Whistlestop’s Spanish and Russian Program Coordinators provide individual consultation appointments for translation services, citizenship applications, housing applications, employment, and much more. Fees are at the discretion of the coordinator and support Whistlestop.

Legal Services Legal Aid

Through a partnership with Legal Aid of Marin, volunteer lawyers come to offer four free 30 minute consultations on Thursdays. Consultations are by appointment only through the Help Desk Office.

Social Services Cal Fresh Assistance

The Cal Fresh Program, federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), can add to your food budget to put healthy and nutritious food on the table. The program issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used to buy most foods at many markets and food stores.

Whistlestop offers assistance with the application process. Eligibility is determined by Cal Fresh.

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP)

Need help to understand Medicare, Medicare Advantage (HMO), Medigap, long term care insurance, and billing and claims issues? Free counseling available at Whistlestop. Call (800) 4340222 to schedule an appointment.

Homeshare Program

This is a free referral service for older adults that provides an alternative, affordable way of meeting housing needs with numerous benefits to renters and homeowners alike. Do you have a home, apartment or condo to share? Do you need a place to call home?

Call Leslie Klor at (415) 456-9068.

Housing Assistance for Older Adults

Looking for housing options for yourself, an aging parent, relative, or friend? Struggling to make ends meet? It’s easy to feel confused and overwhelmed by all the different choices. Come get some clarity on housing choices in Marin. Contact Leslie Klor, (415) 456-9068.

Marin County District Attorney’s Victim-Witness Protection Program

In California the victims of crime have state constitutional standing and rights. California is one of the leading states in the country guaranteeing that the victims of crime will be heard. If you are a victim of a crime, it is important to know your rights and to insist upon them.

Telephone Reassurance Program

Feeling isolated and alone? Looking for peace of mind?

Looking for connection? The Telephone Reassurance Program may be right for you. Receive a free morning check-in phone call twice per week. Call Leslie Klor (415) 456-9068.

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Technology Classes

the most popular, fun and useful apps to get the most out of your device.

Using iPhone/iPad and Android Smartphones & Tablets

Intro to Computers (Windows)

iPhone/iPad and Android Smartphone & Tablet Applications

Open Lab

In this class, we will take you through common tasks like making phone calls, sending a text message, watching a video clip on YouTube, and surfing the Web. You’ll learn fundamentals such as configuring the security options for safe and private use, finding and installing apps, adjusting the brightness of the display, working with a wireless network and more. See how smart your device really is! See page 35

You’ve learned the basics and now want to find out the “apps” (applications) the cool kids are using. There are apps for everything. In this workshop, we’ll highlight

Start at the very beginning and get an overview of what a personal computer can do for you, in this hands-on course. Designed for first-time computer users, you will learn how to start your computer and turn it off, use the mouse and keyboard to perform basic computer tasks, use Windows components to create and print a document, identify the basic parts of a computer and their uses, search the Internet to find information and set up an email account.

Use our desktop computers for your own purposes.

Volunteer staff are available for advice on problems with your electronic devices (laptops, tablets, etc.) and can help with software applications.

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VOLUNTEER PROGR AMS

Every day we connect older adults and people living with disabilities with a hub of essential services like transportation, meals, social activities and educational classes that keep them vibrant. These vital resources enable our friends and older family members to live more engaged and active lives for as long as possible.

We have a wonderful community of well over 150 volunteers who make helping others a rewarding experience. Volunteers are needed on an ongoing basis to keep these vital services and programs operational.

All of our volunteers must supply references and submit to a background check prior to starting work for our organization. See page 38 Following are just some of the volunteer opportunities available at Whistlestop:

CarePool Volunteer Drivers

CarePool offers free rides for older adults to medical appointments and grocery shopping. Eligible riders are over 65 and no longer drive, or are disabled and can’t use Marin County operated buses.

Volunteer Drivers use their own cars and receive ride requests through email. Drivers can accept or decline the calls, and drive on their own schedule. Ride lengths are about two to four hours for each round trip. Volunteers must have access to a reliable passenger automobile with current insurance certificate, a valid California Driver License and a clear background check and DMV report.

Meals on Wheels Delivery Drivers

Jackson Café Volunteer Servers and Cashiers

English Tutors

The Jackson Café provides a warm and comfortable setting for older adults to eat a nutritious meal at an affordable price, and to stay socially connected in our Active Aging Center. Café volunteers provide friendly greetings, excellent customer service and conversation to our participants and support the social interaction among the participants and volunteers.

This position delivers meals to homebound recipients, while providing limited daily contact with program participants. Additionally, drivers are responsible for reporting any information that presents a question or concern for a recipient’s wellbeing to their program coordinator.

Our English Tutors provide individual tutoring support to older adults who are learning English or studying for their citizenship exam. Other assistance might include reviewing class material, discussing texts, or working on conversation and pronunciation exercises.

Center Hosts

The Center Host greets people upon arrival at

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Whistlestop’s Active Aging Center and helps guests and participants register for and locate their class or program.

The Center is where we provide comprehensive, participant-centered programs under “one roof”, including nutritious meals, educational classes, multicultural gatherings and HelpDesk services.

Grocery Shop and Delivery

This program is available for homebound San Rafael older adults (60+) who need shopping assistance. Delivery is free and program participants pay only for the cost of groceries. Volunteers meet on Thursday mornings at a local Safeway, and use their own cars to deliver groceries to San Rafael participants.

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FUNDING REPORT NUTRITION

2016 FISCAL YEAR

WHISTLESTOP ’S PROGR AMS AND SERVICES:

July 2015 – June 2016 Funding Overview

Whistlestop has a unique and diverse array of funding sources from earned income, foundation grants, County support, corporations, community groups, and from individual donors. These sources generate the $2,692,000 that we use to serve our mission. In addition, volunteers supply significant in-kind labor that enables the majority of our programs and services to thrive. It is with deep gratitude that we put these funds to good use in our programs and services.

Earned Income - $1,594,000

Today’s successful nonprofit organizations include earned income opportunities as a critical component of a sustainable operations plan. It is imperative to Whistlestop that such sources of income relate directly to our mission: to improve the wellbeing of older adults in Marin. Our sources of earned income stem from transportation services contracts, Jackson Café sales, Active Aging Center memberships and fees, catering services, bus advertising, bus maintenance, and facility rentals. The income generated from these contracts enables us to invest in the Active Aging Center programs and our other support services, including nutrition programs, exercise classes, multicultural programs, educational classes, and our volunteer programs. Our transportation services programs are, in essence, a social enterprise—a business that uses its operating income to support the public good rather than individual gain. Income from our transportation services division is an essential source of financial support for all of our mission critical programs. This past year, we generated over $1.34 million in net operating income for this organization through social enterprise. The other earned revenue (Café sales, etc.) generated $254,000.

Volunteers and In-kind Contributors - $425,000

Our volunteers have given over 17,000 hours of service to Whistlestop’s participants during the past year. These hours translate to $425,000 of in-kind support. We are so honored to have 190 dedicated volunteers as a part of the Whistlestop family. Thank you, volunteers, for being an integral part in helping us produce events, deliver meals, provide rides, make greeting cards and help seniors in our county feel included and remembered.

Individual Donors - $337,000

We are pleased to report that we have over 2,300 Whistlestop individual supporters. This past year, we received $337,000 in gifts from generous individuals.

Foundation Support - $304,000

Whistlestop gratefully received $304,000 in funding from a variety of generous foundations including: Marin Community Foundation Brewster West Foundation Alice Shaver Foundation Marin Foundation Driftwood Unit The Norman Raab Foundation SCAN Health Plan Community Giving Committee The George H. Sandy Foundation Hilltop Foundation Jolson Family Foundation Nathan and Violet David Foundation The Palisades Educational Foundation, Inc. California Endowment Meals on Wheels Association of America Renaissance Charitable Foundation Jewish Community Endowment Fund Levi Strauss Foundation

Marin County - $163,000

Whistlestop delivers fresh meals three times each week to nearly 300 housebound older adults in our community.

The Meals on Wheels federal funding that funnels

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through the County to Whistlestop is $149,000. This support only covers a portion of our delivery costs. The County also provides $9,000 in administrative support for the Meals of Marin home meal delivery for people with life-threatening illnesses. In addition, through the Community Services grant program, the Marin County Board of Supervisors granted $5,000 for new computers for seniors to use in our computer lab.

Bequests - $151,000

This year we received $151,000 in bequests from five estates including the Margaret E. McConnachie estate which asked to be recognized.

Corporate Support - $125,000

We are so grateful for our corporate supporters. These wonderful community businesses supported us with $125,000 this year.

At Home Caregivers Schwab Fund for Charitable Giving BrightStar Care Thompson Builders Trainor Commercial Construction Stacy Scott Catering Alten Construction Marin Mazda Subaru Nugget Markets Sutter Health Novato Community Hospital UBS Financial Services Fidelity Charitable Relevant Wealth Advisors BioMarin Bradley Real Estate Jerry Thompson and Sons KCM Investment Advisors Kunst Bros. Painting Marin Sanitary Service Seagate Properties PG&E Van Meter Williams Pollack

Partnership Resources Group Bingham, Osborn & Scarborough Marin Clean Energy Royce Printing Theresa & Johnny’s Comfort Food Union Bank WestAmerica Bank Thrivent Financial for Lutherans The Silver Group Brouwer & Janachowski Joe Floyd Construction Lindskog Family Investments RPM Mortgage Sweet Things Iron Springs Pub & Brewery Doran & Associates Gap Panoramic Painting Raw Essentials Living Foods Wells Fargo Community Support Campaign

Community Organizations - $18,000 The following organizations have donated to benefit Whistlestop’s programs and services, asked their members to make contributions, and worked as a team to support active, healthy aging in Marin. We would like to thank and honor these groups for contributing over $18,000.

Marin Healthcare District The Outdoor Art Club Jewish Family and Children’s Services Local Independent Charities of America Mission San Rafael Rotary UNICO National Marin County Chapter International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 1245 Las Gallinas Lions Club Rotary Club of San Rafael San Rafael Harbor Rotary Club Persian Senior Group Westminster Presbyterian Church

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2017 2017DIRECTORY DIRECTORY OFOF OLDER OLDER ADULT ADULT SERVICES SERVICES

CARE

Adult Day Care Programs

Marin Adult Day Health Center (415) 897-6884 marinadhc.org 1905 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 Licensed health facility provides organized day program of therapeutic, social and health activities and services MonFri for those with functional impairments to restore or maintain optimal self-care.

Senior Access "The Club" info@senioraccess.org (415) 491-2500 senioraccess.org/club.html 70 Skyview Terrace Bldg B, San Rafael, CA 94903 Forgetful? Join The Club! Senior Access is a social club for folks with memory loss. The Club offers innovative activities for people with memory loss in San Rafael.

Creative art and music programs, stimulating brain games, lively group exercise, delicious lunch, respite for caregivers. drop-in care available upon request. Affordable fees. Financial assistance available.

Care Management AgingCare.com info@agingcare.com (239) 594-3222 agingcare.com Free online community that connects people caring for elderly parents to other caregivers, personalized information, and support to its audience. AgingCare. com has created a powerful knowledge culture unlike any other, one where a thoughtful community of elder care experts and caregivers share ideas and deliver useful, reliable content.

Aging Life Care Association

(520) 881-8008 aginglifecare.org Aging Life Care™, also known as geriatric care management, is a holistic, client-centered approach to caring for older adults or others facing ongoing health challenges. Working with families, the expertise of Aging Life Care professionals provides the answers at a time of uncertainty. Their guidance leads families to the actions and decisions that ensure quality care and an optimal life for those they love, thus reducing worry, stress and time off of work for family caregivers.

The Campaign for Aging Research Elder Helpers Program

help@elderhelpers.org (734) 330-2734 elderhelpers.org Elder Helpers Program matches people in need of help (elders or family) with volunteers from their own communities throughout the world.

Family Caregiver Alliance

info@caregiver.org (415) 434-3388 caregiver.org 235 Montgomery St Suite 950, San Francisco, CA 94104 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.

Health Care Connection

contact@healthcareconnectionllc.com (415) 457-2256 healthcareconnectionllc.com 1363 Lincoln Ave #4, San Rafael, CA 94901 At Health Care Connection we provide home care aides and geriatric care management for seniors and disabled adults. We are a locally owned senior services agency

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CA R E | ADULT DAY PROGRA MS, CA R E M ANAGEM E NT, D ISABLED AD U LT SERV I C E S based in Marin County, California. Founded in 1998, Health Care Connection is a professional organization that takes pride in providing the highest quality personal service and care.

Hired Hands Homecare

info@hiredhandshomecare.com (415) 884-4343 hiredhandshomecare.com 10 Commercial Blvd Suite 102, Novato, CA 94949 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.

Institute on Aging

info@ioaging.org (415) 750-4111 ioaging.org At Whistlestop: 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

Seniors At Home

Info@SeniorsAtHome.org (415) 449-3777 SeniorsAtHome.org 600 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Works with individuals and families to solve problems, enhance quality of life, encourage independence and provide a safe and supportive living environment. Clients have access to a comprehensive range of services, including home care and money management.

Sutter VNA & Hospice

realize those goals, so clients can live as independently as possible -- and families can balance caregiving with other parts of their lives.

West Marin Senior Services cynthia@wmss.org (415) 663-8148 wmss.org 11435 State Route 1, PO Box 791, Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 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.

Disabled Adult Services California Department of Rehabilitation

sutterhealthcareathome@sutterhealth.org (415) 492-4600 svnah.org 4000 Civic Center Dr Suite 190, San Rafael, CA 94903 A professional manager first listens to you, your elder and family, then helps set reachable goals as well as a plan to

(415) 893-7702 dor.ca.gov 88 Rowland Way Suite 165, Novato, CA 94945 Works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.

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CARE | END OF LIFE, GRIEF COUNSELING, HOME CARE

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI)

info@cci.org; cci.org (866) 224-3647 PO Box 446, Santa Rosa, CA 95402-0446 A nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by providing trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.

College of Marin -- Student Accessibility Services

sas@marin.edu; ss.marin.edu/sas (415) 485-9406 LC40 835 College Ave, Kentfield, CA 94904 Counseling for disabled students. Variety of classes and services support seniors. Information and referrals available.

Homeward Bound of Marin

(415) 382-3363 hbofm.org 1399 N. Hamilton Pkwy, Novato, CA 94949 Temporary, emergency housing for single adults, elders, and disabled homeless. Limited additional services.

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

Library Beyond Walls

(415) 663-8818 marinlibrary.org/library-beyond-walls P.O. Box 1330, Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 A program through The Marin County Free Library.

Volunteers help home-bound Marin residents select library materials from home, then deliver the materials to them.

Lifehouse

mail@lifehouseagency.org; lifehouseagency.org (415) 472-2373 899 Northgate Dr Suite 500, San Rafael, CA 94903 Serving adults with developmental disabilities since 1954. Through community integration, life-skill training, advocacy, referral and information, Lifehouse’s mission is to improve the quality of life of the individuals they serve by providing a lifetime of compassionate support in an atmosphere of respect, inspiration and purpose.

Marin Center for Independent Living

(415) 459-6245 marincil.org 710 Fourth St, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

San Rafael Public Library Outreach Program marilyn.boatright@cityofsanrafael.org (415) 485-3317 cityofsanrafael.org 1100 E St. @ 5th Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

Free service offering delivery of regular and large print books and audiobooks on CDs to San Rafael residents in retirement homes, convalescent hospitals and private homes.

Social Security Administration

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

End of Life Hospice By The Bay

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

Living/Dying Project

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

Grief Counseling Family Service Agency of Marin 24/7 Grief Counseling

fsa@fsamarin.org (415) 491-5700 fsamarin.org PO Box 4369, San Rafael, CA 94913 Six sessions of grief counseling on a sliding fee scale for Marin County residents who have lost a loved one in the past year.

Our Lady of Loretto Church

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

Home Care Alegre Home Care

Carol Parks, Director: carolp@alegrecare.com (415) 578-7471 alegrecare.com 4380 Redwood Hwy, Ste A-6, San Rafael, CA 94903

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At Home Caregivers

Homewell Senior Care

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

melodyk@athomecaregivers.com (415) 898-4663 athomecaregivers.com 7665 Redwood Blvd, Suite 200 Novato, CA 94945 Locally owned and operated, full service agency. Serves as employers, 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.

Marin Independent Caregivers Network

Home Helpers

Marin County's Care Transition Program (415) 457-4636 marinhhs.org 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.

(415) 451-0100 homehelpershomecare.com 21 Golden Gate Dr, Ste A, San Rafael CA 94901 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.

Your Journey

•

(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.

Project Independence

Our Commitment

NCPHS HEALTH SERVICES

SAN FRANCISCO A Life Care Community 1400 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94109 www.ncphs.org

GREENBRAE

A Life Care Community

Short-Term Rehabilitation Services & Skilled Nursing For patients who need medical care following illness, injury, surgery, hospitalization or long-term care.

• Private/semi-private room w/bath.

• Physical, occupational and speech therapies.

Assisted Living

Memory Care

Assistance with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, eating, medication and mobility.

Our team takes a highly personalized approach to help residents with all forms of memory care needs.

• Private studio w/bath.

• Private studio on a secured floor.

• Assistance with daily living activities,

• Assistance with daily living activities,

• Long-term care and custodial care.

• Rehabilitation clinic and fitness center.

• Medication management.

• Dietitian monitored nutritional support.

• Discharge plan provided.

• Medicare, private insurance, private pay accepted.

including bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, and medication management.

• Physical, occupational and speech therapies.

• Access to full community amenities.

• 3 chef-prepared meals per day.

• Weekly housekeeping and laundry service.

• Licensed, certified staff on call 24/7.

• • • • •

including bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, and medication management.

Physical, occupational and speech therapies.

Interactive games and activities.

3 chef-prepared meals per day.

Weekly housekeeping and laundry service.

Licensed, certified staff on call 24/7.

NCPHS IS ACCREDITED BY CARF-CCAC FOR MEETING THE HIGHEST NATIONAL STANDARDS FOR QUALITY CARE. These not-for-profit communities are part of Northern California Presbyterian Homes and Services I License #210102761 COA #099 License #410500567 COA #075 I License # 380500593 COA #097

501 Via Casitas Greenbrae, CA 94904 www.ncphs.org

PORTOLA VALLEY A Life Care Community 501 Portola Road Portola Valley, CA 94028

www.ncphs.org

Contact: Janey Dobson, MPH

Director of Health Services, Marketing N ORTHERN CALI F O R N I A PRESBYTERIAN HOMES & SERVICES

1525 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94109

Tel (415) 351-7956 Fax (415) 351-7963 Email JDobson@ncphs.org

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Are you considering caregiving services in the security of your home? Alegre Home Care can help you and your family. Our experienced staff & management have been servicing Marin County since 1993. Call today for a complimentary consultation. All employees are bonded, insured and employed by the agency.

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Senior Resources @ Home

(415) 583-4789 jtm-esc.org/senior-resources-at-home 4040 Civic Center Dr #200, San Rafael, CA 94903 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.

Sutter Care at Home

SutterCareAtHome@sutterhealth.org (877) 775-7728 suttercareathome.org 100 Rowland Way Suite 215, Novato, CA 94945 Advanced illness management, flu and wellness programs, home health care, infusion therapy and private care (nonmedical home care).

In-Home Services In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) info@pa.marin.org (415) 499-1024 pa-marin.org 10 N San Pedro Rd Suite 1016, San Rafael, CA 94903 IHSS 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.

Marin Villages

info@marinvillages.org (415) 457-4633 marinvillages.org 4340 Redwood Hwy Suite F-142, San Rafael, CA 94903 An alliance of local villages working together to help older adults remain independent. Members are matched with volunteers that help with various tasks.

Local villages throughout Marin present programs tailored to their members' interests, allowing them to stay engaged, meet neighbors and participate in lifeenriching events.

Sausalito Village

concierge@sausalitovillage.org (415) 332-3325 sausalitovillage.org

PO Box 208, Sausalito, CA 94966 A volunteer-based organization whose mandate is helping older adults to remain in their homes for as long as possible and to continue living safe, active and connected lives.

Senior Settlers, LLC

info@seniorsettlers.com (415) 755-3340 Senior-Settlers.com 369B Third St #544, San Rafael, CA 94901 Senior Settlers offers skilled, cost-effective downsizing and relocation assistance to Bay Area seniors. “We make your tough transitions trouble-free!�

Seniors at Home

(415) 449-3777 seniorsathome.jfcs.org Dr. George Sugarman Swift Building, 600 5th Ave, San Rafael, CA 94301 Highly-trained caregivers help with everything from basic home care to more complex issues.

Visiting Angels

(415) 499-1200 jmhomecare.com | visitingangels.com 77 Mark Dr, Ste 10, San Rafael CA 94903 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.

Pet Care Marin Humane Society

(415) 883-4621 marinhumanesociety.org 171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 SHARE volunteers provide 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. Emergency boarding of pets (with hospitalization of clients) is also available.

Marin Humane Society Dog Licenses

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

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Bay Area Community Resources Alcohol and Drug Programs lkantorowski@bacr.org (415) 444-5580 bacr.org 171 Carlos Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 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.

Marin County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (415) 473-3030 (888) 818-1115 marinhhs.org/substance-use-services 20 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94901 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 Amputee Coalition of America info@amputee-coalition.org (888) 267-5669 amputee-coalition.org Nationwide nonprofit resource of information on rehabilitation and services available for amputees.

AgeSong Marin Support Group info@agesongmarin.org (415) 491-5726 agesongmarin.org 555 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 A small group of seniors meet once weekly for 8 weeks to talk, listen, laugh, and learn. Facilitated by experienced leaders.

Attitudinal Healing International info@ahinternational.org (877) 244-3392 ahinternational.org 3001 Bridgeway Se K-368, Sausalito, CA 94965 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.

Better Breathers Club Jim Braley, RRT

braleyj@sutterhealth.org (415) 209-1535 sutterhealth.org 165 Rowland Way, Novato, CA 94945 Informational and support group for people with Lung Disease (COPD, asthma, bronchitis, oxygen users, sleep apnea, etc.). Free to the public. Sponsored by the American Lung Association. Meets 2:30-3:30 PM, first Wednesday of each month at Sutter Novato Hospital, 165 Rowland Way in the Wilkes-Weseman Room.

Blind & Vision Impaired of Marin

info@bvim.org (415) 459-5066 bvim.org 851 Irwin St Suite 206, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

Center for Integrative Health and Wellness wellness@maringeneral.org (415) 925-7620 maringeneral.org 1350 S Eliseo Suite 140, Greenbrae, CA 94904 Focuses on prevention and wellness, activation of the body’s innate healing powers, augmentation of conventional medicine during illness and injury, and development of self-care skills.

Huntington Disease Society of America

zankoandrea@gmail.com (415) 250-7743 hdsa.org 240 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon, CA 94920 The Community Support Group is 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 Thursdays at 7-8:30 PM.

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Substance Abuse

C A R E | S U P P O RT G RO U P S

Memory Care Café

patricia@memorycarecafe.org (415) 309-7963 memorycarecafe.org Free weekly social club for people with forgetfulness (dementia/early stage Alzheimer's) and their care partners.

Everyone is welcome to join us on Tuesday mornings. See website for locations and times.

Muscular Dystrophy Association of America

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

Neuropathy Support Group

Ida Geary Glaucoma Support Group

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

Keeping Hope Alive

carol@keepinghopealive.org (415) 455-8600 keepinghopealive.org PO Box 448, Fairfax, CA 94978 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. Call for meeting times.

Marin Man to Man

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

Marin Prostate Cancer Information and Support Group

vegstan2@ix.netcom.com (415) 459-4668 maringeneral.org This informative group meets to exchange views and concerns, and to give positive support to each other.

Every Tuesday, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM in the Medical Library at Marin General Hospital. Significant others always welcome.

macscottcu@me.com (415) 246 -9156 pnhelp.org 1100 Las Galinas Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94903 Neuropathy Association and support group held every third Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM. Held at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection. Donations appreciated.

Parkinson's Disease Support Group

(415) 927-7647 pdmarin.org/index.html Meetings held at 1:00 PM the 4th Tuesday of the month at The Redwoods, 40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley. General meeting, speakers and discussion groups.

Seniors Circle

centerforah@gmail.com (415) 456-9062 cah-northbay.org At Whistlestop: 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Support Group provided by Center for Attitudinal Healing. Meets at Whistlestop, Wednesday, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Facilitators: Larry Gorski, Catherine Miller, Steve Olian, Nick Rozsa, Cher.

The Spahr Center

info@thespahrcenter.org (415) 457-2487 thespahrcenter.org 910 Irwin St, San Rafael, CA 94901 We serve, support and empower Marin’s LGBT community and everyone in the county living with and affected by HIV. Monthly LGBT senior support group.

Various LGBT senior social gatherings in Marin. Support groups for people living with HIV/AIDS.

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Computer Services

Golden Gate Computer Society

info@ggcs.org (415) 454-5556 ggcs.org PO Box 151696, San Rafael, CA 94915 The Golden Gate Computer Society is one of the foremost PC user groups in the San Francisco Bay Area.

In a nutshell, they are "users helping users." They offer monthly meetings, a newsletter, and classes.

Marin County Library Computer Tutoring ejan@marincounty.org (415) 473-4049 marinlibrary.org/civic-center

3501 Civic Center Dr Room 427 4th Floor, San Rafael, CA 94903 Free one-to-one computer tutoring available at most city and county library branches. By appointment only.

San Rafael Public Library Computer Tutoring

marilyn.boatright@cityofsanrafael.org (415) 485-3317 cityofsanrafael.org 1100 E St @ 5th Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Volunteer tutors give free one-on-one instruction in basic use of the Internet.

Technology For Life

info@technology4life.org (415) 325-5790 technology4life.org 822 College Ave #303, Kentfield, CA 94914 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 one-on-one private instruction.

Whistlestop Computer Classes

(415) 456-9062 info@whistlestop.org 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Whistlestop offers a variety of computer classes, open computer labs, as well as smartphone and tablet tutorials. Please call the front desk for more information.

Education AARP Smart Driver Online Course

customerservice@aarpdriversafety.org (800) 350-7025 aarpdriversafety.org 5760 Fleet St Suite 210, Carlsbad, CA 92008 AARP sponsored first-time and refresher courses for drivers 50 and older. Most insurance companies offer discounts to qualified drivers 55 and over.

Online or classroom instruction. Sign up online or call above number.

Buck Institute for Research on Aging

info@buckinstitute.org (415) 209-2000 buckinstitute.org 8001 Redwood Blvd, Novato, CA 94945 Community lectures open to the public, given by prominent speakers from around the country. Topics range from ground-breaking scientific research to social policy. Call to subscribe to the newsletter.

College of Marin Community Education

info@marincommunityed.com (415) 485-9305 marincommunityed.com 835 College Ave, Kentfield, CA 94904 College of Marin Community Education offers a variety of short-term courses designed to meet the lifelong learning needs of the community.

Emeritus College at College of Marin (ESCOM) escom@marin.edu (415) 485-9652 marin.edu/escom Student organization with educational clubs and social activities. Students in this organization get discounts on Community Education classes.

Marin County Office of Education

mgrant@marinschools.org (415) 499-5860 marinschools.org/ROP 1111 Las Gallinas, San Rafael, CA 94903 Regional Occupational Program (ROP) offers a variety of vocational and technical career classes for those seeking a new career, a career focus or upgrading skills.

Tamalpais Union High School District Community Education

communityed@tamdistrict.org (415) 945-3730 marinlearn.com Call or go to the website for information on class descriptions and schedules. Classes are held at different high school locations.

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E D U C AT I O N | E M P L OY M E N T O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Employment Opportunities Employment Development Department (EDD) (916) 654-7799 edd.ca.gov

Marin Employment Connection (MEC)

(415) 473-3300 marinemployment.org 120 N Redwood Dr 3rd floor, San Rafael, CA 94903 Partnership of public and nonprofit agencies and businesses coordinated by Marin Health and Human Services and State Employment Development. Members support employers and job seekers with a variety of services. MEC can supply auxiliary aides and services for disabled individuals.

Novato Human Needs Center: Job Search Support

info@nhnc.org (415) 897-4147 nhnc.org/programs/job-search-support 1907 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 Employment counseling support, including: help filling out a job application, assistance writing a resume and cover letter, information about online job postings to help you look for or apply for a job, assistance for setting up an email or LinkedIn account, coaching and training about how to handle a job application interview, information about other employment related support or job training services in the community, guidance about how to apply for educational or training scholarships.

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(415) 473-3329 marinemployment.org 120 N Redwood Dr 3rd Floor, San Rafael, CA 94903 A community service and work based training program for older workers. Authorized by the Older Americans Act, the program provides subsidized, service-based training for low-income persons 55 or older who are unemployed and have poor employment histories. Facilitated by the Marin Employment Connection.

Marin County Aging and Adult Services

(415) 457-4636 (INFO) marinhhs.org/aging-adult-services 10 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 Adult and aging information assistance line. Available 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Free and confidential services provided by county social workers. They put out the publication "Choices for Living"- a comprehensive housing resource guide that includes a list of all older adult housing options: independent, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities.

Novato Independent Elders Program

YWCA 50 Plus nancy@ywcasf-marin.org (415) 479-YWCA fiftyplus.ywcasf-marin.org/job-seekers 4380 Redwood Hwy Suite A-1, San Rafael, CA 94903 A very popular program for women 50+ seeking employment. Services are free and include skills identification and development, resume assistance, job search workshops, support groups and job referral.

Information and Referral 211 Marin County Dial 2-1-1 211bayarea.org/marin Community services, information, and referral.

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

Elderlink elderlink@elderlink.org (800) 777-7575 elderlink.org A free senior care referral service licensed by the California Department of Public Health.

Kidney Community Education / CAM kce@camarin.org (415) 526-7523 camarin.org/kce 29 Mary St 2nd Floor, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

(415) 899-8296 novato.org 1560 Hill Rd, Novato, CA 94947 NIEP operates out of the Margaret Todd Senior Center and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for Novato seniors. NIEP develops community partnerships, which provide outreach, education and advocacy programs for seniors, family caregivers, service providers, and volunteers from local service organizations.

Ritter Center

(415) 457-8182 rittercenter.org 16 Ritter St, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

SearchSeniorLiving.com

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

Whistlestop Help Desk

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

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Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

E D U C AT I O N | I N S U R A N C E I N F O R M AT I O N , V O L U N T E E R I N G Recruits, screens, and refers volunteers to Insurance Information community organizations. Civic Engagement Leadership Team (CELT) is a skill-based HICAP volunteering program for 55+ adults.

(800) 434-0222 senioradvocacyservices.org/hicap Marin County Civic Center Volunteers 3262 Airway Dr Suite C, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 astarr@marincounty.org Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program.

(415) 473-7407 Objective information and assistance to people who need marincounty.org help in understanding Medicare, supplemental insurance, 3501 Civic Center Dr Suite 415, long term care insurance, older adult HMO plans, and San Rafael, CA 94903 assistance with Medicare billing and claims.

An innovative program offering a wide range of opportunities in county departments and programs.

Medicare Roles include senior peer counselor, open space (800) 633-4227 ambassador, office aide, Library Beyond Walls liaison, medicare.gov and much more! Call or visit us online for information Information line for Medicare. on how you can make a difference as a volunteer.

Marin County Civil Grand Jury

SCAN Health Plan

(415) 965-9016 RDonals@scanhealthplan.com www.scanhealthplan.com 3800 Kilroy Airport Way, Ste100, Long Beach, CA 90806 A not-for-profit, Medicare Advantage health plan. For 40 years, SCAN has been committed to finding and investing in ways to keep people with Medicare healthy and independent. And for 2017,SCAN offers three Medicare Advantage plan options in Marin County.

(415) 473-6132 co.marin.ca.us/grandjury 3501 Civic Center Dr Room 275, San Rafael, CA 94903 Applications being accepted to the Marin Grand Jury. Jurors serve one year beginning July 1st. Application deadline is April 2nd. Go to website for information or call.

Marin County School Volunteers

mcsv@marinschools.org (415) 499-5896 mcsv.org 1111 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903 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.

SCORE

Volunteering AARP Experience Corps Marin

jkramer@ncphs.org (415) 464-1767 ec4marin.org 501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae, CA 94904 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.

Center for Volunteer and Non-Profit Leadership (CVNL)

(415) 479-5710 cvnl.org 65 Mitchell Blvd Suite 101, San Rafael, CA 94903

(415) 744-6827 sfscore.org 455 Market St Suite 600, San Francisco, CA 94105 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.

West Marin Senior Services

mark@wmss.org (415) 663-8148 x116 wmss.org/#volunteer 11435 State Hwy 1, PO Box 791, Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 We have a rewarding volunteer activity for everyone.

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

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Whistlestop Volunteers

(415) 456-9062 whistlestop.org/classes 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Thriving community of older adults who enjoy exercise, Tai Chi, balance classes, Zumba, yoga, ping pong, etc. See website for class & activity schedules.

Voter Information League of Women Voters

(415) 507-0824 lwvmc@marinlaw.org 4340 Redwood Hwy Suite F108, San Rafael, CA 94903 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.

Marin County Elections Department / Registrar of Voters

elections@marincounty.org (415) 473-6456 marinvotes.org 3501 Civic Center Dr Room 121, San Rafael, CA 94903 The Elections Department provides Marin County residents with information on voting and upcoming elections.

EMERGENCY Crisis Intervention

Center for Domestic Peace

mhedlund@c4dp.org (415) 457-2464 centerfordomesticpeace.org 734 A St, San Rafael, CA 94901 Mobilizes individuals and communities to transform our world so domestic violence no longer exists, creating greater safety, justice and equality. We provide transformational services and programs that protect and enhance victim safety, and ultimately engage our community in permanent change.

Community Violence Solutions

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

Family Service Agency of Marin: Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotlines

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 fsamarin.org 555 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 Family Service Agency of Marin - crisis intervention and suicide prevention with hotline available 24 hours a day.

Institute on Aging Friendship Line for the Elderly (415) 752-3778

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E M E R G E N C Y | D I S A S T E R P R E PA R E D N E S S , ioaging.org 3575 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118 A 24-hour emotional support and telephone companionship program, as well as a crisis intervention service for individuals over 60 years of age.

M E D I C A L A L E RT S , S A F E T Y & S E C U R I T Y Professional and courteous emergency assistance 24 hrs. a day. With 24/7 monitoring at the push of a button, Lifeline with AutoAlert option has added protection: it automatically places a call for help if a fall is detected and if you are unable to push the button. No long term commitment.

Mill Street

(415) 457-9651 190 Mill St, San Rafael, CA 94901 Provides shelter for single adults 18+. $3 contribution per person. Must call in advance Monday- Friday at 8:00 AM for a bed. Must be a resident of Marin County with valid ID.

Disaster Preparedness Alert Marin

(415) 473-6584 alertmarin.org Sign up for Alert Marin emergency notifications by going to their website.

American Red Cross

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

Safety and Security Bel-Net

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

Episcopal Senior Communities Telephone Reassurance Program

lklor@jtm-esc.org (415) 456 9068 At Whistlestop: 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Offers a 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.

Disaster Distress Help Line

Call 1 (800) 985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 (to connect with a trained crisis counselor) The Disaster Distress Helpline is a national hotline dedicated to providing year-round immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.

Ready Marin

info@readymarin.org readymarin.org Marin County’s website for information on emergency preparedness.

Salvation Army

(415) 459-4520 sanrafael.salvationarmy.org 351 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

Medical Alerts Lifeline of the North Bay: a service of the Petaluma Health Care District (707) 778-7883 lifelinenorthbay.com

SAN RAFAEL

Goldenaires

San Rafael Goldenaires

(415) 485-3348 cityofsanrafael.org 618 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

You Are Not Alone Program (Tiburon residents) (415) 789-2801 1155 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon, CA 94920 A daily telephone call program administered by the Tiburon Police Dept. to check on Tiburon seniors.

FOOD

Community Meals

Corte Madera Community Center Lunch Club for Seniors ci.corte-madera.ca.us

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San Geronimo Valley Community Center nutrition@sgvcc.org (415) 488-8888 sgvcc.org 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, PO Box 194, San Geronimo, CA 94963 Senior lunch Mon. and Thurs. only. Organic meals served. Call for mealtimes and menus.

San Rafael Community Center: Congregate Meals

community.services@cityofsanrafael.org (415) 485-3341 618 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 Group lunches provided Wednesdays, except the third Wednesday of the month. $3.50 donation requested if 60 years old or over - $6.00 fee for those under 60 years of age. Call for mealtimes and menus.

San Rafael Goldenaires Congregate Meal Site (415) 485-3348 cityofsanrafael.org/comsvcs-rec-senior 618 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 San Rafael Community Center serves hot lunches at 11 am Wed (except 3rd Wed of month).

Brown Bag Pantry at Whistlestop

info@whistlestop.org (415) 456-9062 whistlestop.org/nutrition /brown-bag-pantry 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Helps low-income older adults (60+) who live in Marin County maintain their nutritional health and independence. The pantry is a supplemental food program that allows older adults to choose from a vast array of seasonal fruits and veggies; protein items, such as meat, eggs, or beans; grains —pasta, bread, or rice, and canned goods for those with limited mobility. In the Caboose at Whistlestop, every Friday at 11 AM -12 PM.

Novato Human Needs Center: Food Pantry info@nhnc.org (415) 897-4147 nhnc.org/programs/emergency-food 1907 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 Emergency Food: three day supply for low-income

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F O O D | C O M M U N I T Y M E A L S , F O O D PA N T R I E S Every Thursday Good Earth Natural Foods prepares St. Hilary Church organic, well-balanced, hot lunch for adults, 60+. diana421@aol.com (415) 435-1122 sthilary.org Jackson Café at Whistlestop 761 Hilary Dr, Tiburon, CA 94920 Community Breakfast Offers a free senior lunch the third Thurs of each month (415) 456-9062 at 11 am. Contact Diana for more information. whistlestop.org/nutrition St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room /community-breakfasts (415) 454-3303 930 Tamalpais Ave, vinnies.org San Rafael, CA 94901 Join us for a delicious and healthy 820 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 community-style breakfast at the Serves free meals Mon-Sun. Breakfast served 7-9 AM and Jackson Café. Come socialize with hot lunch from 11 AM-1 PM. Open to the public. friends, new and old, on the 1st Friday West Marin Senior Services (WMSS) Point Reyes of each month from 9 AM to 10 AM. Station Community Lunch Cost is only $3 for members and $6 for non-members, which includes your full cathy@wmss.org meal and coffee or juice.

(415) 663-8148 wmss.org The Dance Palace 503 B St, Margaret Todd Café at the Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 Margaret Todd Senior Center Hot lunch on Thursday at 12 noon. which is often organic.

(415) 382-1334 All are welcome. Reservations required one week in 1560 Hill Rd, Novato, CA 94945 advance. Donation of $6.00 if under 60yrs; $3.00 if 60+yrs.

A program through the Margaret Todd Senior Center in partnership with the Novato Independent Elders Program (NIEP). Hot lunch served: Tues, Wed, and Thurs at 12 noon.

Food Pantries 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.

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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.

San Geronimo Valley Community Center Food Pantry

nutrition@sgvcc.org (415) 488-8888 sgvcc.org/humanservices/pantry.html 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo, CA 94963 Senior Lunch and Food Pantry on Mon and Thurs only.

Organic meals served. Must qualify for Food Pantry.

SF-Marin Food Bank

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

West Marin Community Resource Center Food Pantry

info@westcommunityservices.org (415) 663-8361 11431 Mesa Rd, Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 Food Pantry is on Thursdays from 9-5.

Nutrition CalFresh or Food Stamps

getcalfresh.org 120 N Redwood Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 Federal food assistance program available to eligible persons. Residents can apply at the West Marin Center, 100 6th St, Pt. Reyes Station (415) 473-3800.

Ceres Community Project of Marin

lindad@marin.ceresproject.org (415) 488-5053 marin.ceresproject.org PO Box 151049, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

Home Delivered Grocery Program

(415) 456-9067 whistlestop.org/nutrition/homedelivery-grocery-program This program is available for homebound San Rafael older adults (60+) who need shopping assistance.

Delivery is free. Older adults pay only for the groceries. Participants can use the program on weekly, monthly, or shorter basis, i.e. while recovering from an illness. The program is a partnership between Episcopal Senior Communities, Novato Independent Elders Program, and San Rafael Safeway.

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(415) 456-9062 whistlestop.org/nutrition /jackson-cafe Whistlestop’s Jackson Café, across from the bus depot in central San Rafael, is a collaboration with Homeward Bound of Marin’s Fresh Starts Culinary Academy.

Meals are prepared by Fresh Starts culinary students and served by Whistlestop volunteers. The daily menu includes a hot main entrée, soup du jour and a variety of other favorite lunch dishes. Jackson Café is open to the public, Monday–Friday, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Meal prices as low as $6.

Meals from Friends

cathy@wmss.org (415) 663-8148 wmss.org 11435 State Hwy 1, Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 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.

Meals of Marin

(415) 456-9062 x176 The Meals of Marin program delivers food to those suffering from life threatening illnesses, three days a week, with the help of dedicated volunteer drivers. The program delivers fresh or frozen food, to those needing extra help getting the daily nutrition they need. For more information, call Erika at Whistlestop (415) 456-9062 x176. ,

Whistlestop Meals on Wheels

info@whistlestop.org (415) 457-4636 whistlestop.org/nutrition /meals-on-wheels 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 In partnership with the County of Marin, Whistlestop’s friendly, reliable paid and volunteer drivers deliver fresh, chilled meals to homebound older adults 60+.

Suggested contribution $3.50 a meal.

HEALTH Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's Association - North Bay

norcal-info@alz.org (800) 272-3900 | (415) 472-4340 alz.org/norcal 4340 Redwood Hwy Suite D314, San Rafael, CA 94903 Information and support to families, including education programs, support groups, 24/7 helpline.

Blood Bank Blood Centers of the Pacific

info@bloodcenters.org (707) 545-1222 bloodcenters.org 2324 Bethards Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 Full-service blood bank serving North Bay communities 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To schedule a donation locally, call (888) 393-4483.

Cancer American Cancer Society

(707) 545-6720 (local branch) (800) 227-2345 (general info) cancer.org Appointments are needed for all services to ensure we have the right people available to meet your needs. Hours and services vary by location. Call our Cancer Information Specialists at 1-800-227-2345, 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to connect with our valuable services and resources.

American Cancer Society Look Good Feel Better Program

eliza.schoellhorn@cancer.org (800) 395-5665 cancer.org/treatment/supportprogramsservices 1451 Guerneville Rd Suite 220, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 "Look Good Feel Better" is a free service that teaches cancer patients hands-on cosmetic techniques to help them cope with appearance-related side effects from chemotherapy and radiation treatments. All services provided by certified and trained cosmetologists.

Marin Cancer Institute

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

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H E A LT H | D E N TA L S E RV I C E S , E Q U I P M E N T, F I T N E S S MarinMedicalEquipmentRecyclers.org National Cancer Institute (NCI) 3100 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901 (800) 422-6237 Accepts donations of clean and useable healthcare cancer.gov equipment and supplies. Gives them to individuals in Marin Personal, confidential help with the latest, most accurate - Free. Wednesdays 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM only. cancer information for patients, their families, general public and health professionals in English and Spanish.

Dental Services College of Marin - Dental Assistance Program

tcollins@marin.edu (415) 883-2211 x8428 College of Marin - Indian Valley Campus 1800 Ignacio Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 Provides free full mouth x-rays in the month of February for any patient. Free teeth polishing also available- must have a written request from a dentist.

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

(415) 473-5450 marinclinic.org Several locations in San Rafael, Novato, and Larkspur A wide range of primary dental care for adults and children is offered in the San Rafael main clinic and the Novato Dental Clinic. Services include preventive exams and cleanings, fillings, limited root canals, dentures, and extractions.

Marin County Dental Services

(415) 473-5450 marinhhs.org/dental-clinics 411 4th St Suite C, San Rafael, CA 94901 Marin Dept. of Health & Human Services provides dental services to low-income Medi-Cal eligible Marin residents by appointment only.

Marin County Dental Society

exec@mcdsweb.org (415) 472-7974 mcdsweb.org 175 N Redwood Dr Suite 130, San Rafael, CA 94903 Dental care information and referrals.

Equipment Marin Medical Equipment Recyclers (HomeCARES) info@MMERecyclers.org (415) 388-8198

Fitness Corte Madera Swingers

(415) 927-5072 498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925 Computer classes, Tai Chi, trips, big band dancing and exercise classes.

Freitas Senior Community Tai Chi Classes

(415) 479-7581 455 Manuel T. Freitas Pkwy, San Rafael CA 94903 Provides Tai Chi classes designed to improve circulation and balance, and help to maintain good health throughout life.

Larkspur Walkers

(415) 927-6746 cityoflarkspur.org Older Adult Programs at the Larkspur Recreation Department. Walking group meets at 9:00 AM Mon-Wed-Fri at Piper Park in Larkspur. One hour walk around park.

Marin YMCA

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

Osher Marin Jewish Community Center

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

Whistlestop Active Aging Center

(415) 456-9062 whistlestop.org/classes 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Thriving community of older adults who enjoy exercise, Tai Chi, balance classes, Zumba, yoga, ping pong, etc. See website for class & activity schedules.

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American Diabetes Association

(888) 342-2383 diabetes.org 1970 Broadway Suite 425, Oakland, CA 94612 Information on diabetes and services for diabetics.

American Heart Association

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

American Lung Association

(510) 638-5864 lung.org 333 Hegenberger Rd Suite 450, Oakland, CA 94621 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 info@amputee-coalition.org (888) 267-5669

amputee-coalition.org 9303 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110 A non-profit resource of information on rehabilitation and services available for amputees.

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

Foundation for Osteoporosis Research & Education info@americanbonehealth.org (510) 832-2663 fore.org 1814 Franklin St Suite 620, Oakland, CA 94612 Bone density testing, education and support group.

Marin County Stroke Resource Directory (website) strokeinfomarin.org The purpose of this web site is to make it easier for all of those touched by stroke to find the various support services now available and helpful for successful recovery.

Muscular Dystrophy Association of America mda@mdausa.org (800) 572-1717 mda.org Support groups and services for persons with Muscular Dystrophy (MD) and support for their families.

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Health Care Organizations

H E A LT H | H E A LT H C E N T E R S & C L I N I C S , H E A R I N G / A U D I O L O G Y 1033 Third St, San Rafael, CA 94901 National Association for Continence Nonprofit corporation formed for the purpose of sgregg@nafc.org providing free medical care to people who have the most (800) 252-3337 need and the least access to medical services. nafc.org Consumer education and advocacy organization Stinson Beach Community Health Center dedicated to bladder and bowel health.

(415) 868-9656 The Mended Hearts, Inc. coastalhealth.com info@mendedhearts.org 3419 State Route One, Stinson Beach, CA 94970 (888) 432-7899 Primary and preventative medical care for men and mendedhearts.org women; urgent care; 24 hr. on call coverage; diagnostic The Mended Hearts program partners with hospitals laboratory services; podiatry; mental health services; and clinics to offer services to heart patients through visiting programs, support group meetings and educational health education; chronic disease management for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and asthma, etc. forums. Call for specific chapter information.

Health Centers and Clinics

Sutter Health Terra Linda Urgent Care Health Plaza

(415) 868-0124 coastalhealth.com 88 Mesa Rd, PO Box 1038, Bolinas, CA 94924 Primary and preventative medical care for men and women; urgent care; 24 hr. on call coverage; diagnostic laboratory services; podiatry; mental health services; health education; chronic disease management for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and asthma, etc.

(415) 492-4800 novatocommunity.org/Urgent_Care 4000 Civic Center Dr, Ste 206, San Rafael, CA 94903 Provides timely treatment for minor illness or injury including colds, coughs, infections, rashes, headaches, sprains, burns and minor eye problems. Open 7 days, this is a convenient service if your primary care physician is unavailable and you require care that just can't wait.

Marin Community Clinics

West Marin Medical Center

Bolinas Health Center

info@marinclinics.org (415) 448-1500 marinclinic.org 5 Bon Air Rd, Ste 117, Larkspur, CA 94903 Independent, nonprofit organization provides medical service clinics. Sliding fee scale. Medi-Cal, Medicare and CMSP accepted. Locations in Larkspur, Novato, and San Rafael.

Marin City Health and Wellness Center

info@marincityclinic.org (415) 339-8813 marincityclinic.org 630 Drake Ave, Marin City, CA 94965 Low-income dental, medical, and behavioral health services.

Ritter Center Health Center

(415) 457-8182 rittercenter.org/our-programs/health-center 16 Ritter St, San Rafael, CA 94901 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.

RotaCare San Rafael

srclinic@rotacrebayarea.org (415) 482-6906 rotacarebayarea.org

(415) 663-1082 11150 State Route 1, Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 Primary care physicians available for health management.

Hearing/Audiology Deaf & Disabled Telecommunications Program (DDTP) (800) 806-1191 ddtp.org 1234 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94115 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 Program hearnow@starkeyfoundation.org (800) 328-8602 starkeyhearingfoundation.org 6700 Washington Ave, South Eden Prairie, MN 55344 A nonprofit national organization that provides hearing aids and cochlear implants to older adults with limited financial resources.

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

Hearing & Speech Clinic

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

Hospitals Kaiser Permanente Medical Center

(415) 444-2000 kp.org 99 Montecillo Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 Full service hospital.

Kentfield Hospital

(415) 485-3541 | (415) 453-1765 Fax kentfieldrehab.com 1125 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Kentfield CA 94904 Kentfield's outpatient center offers comprehensive therapy services: Physical Therapy, Accupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Hand Therapy, Spasticity Management, Advanced Wound and Burn Care, as well as an Occupational Medicine Clinic.

San Francisco VA Medical Center (877) 487-2838 sanfrancisco.va.gov 4150 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121 Patient-centered integrated health care for veterans providing excellent healthcare, research, and education.

Mental Health Care Community Healing Centers apryor@communityhealingcenters.org 415) 499-1115 communityhealingcenters.org 275 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941 (Counseling, psychotherapy, stress-management, grief and loss counseling.

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

Marin General Hospital

(415) 925-7000 maringeneral.org 250 Bon Air Rd, Greenbrae, CA 94904 Marin General Hospital offers advanced medical expertise, technology, and treatments in an exceptionally healing environment.

The Medical Center of Marin

info@mcomarin.com (415) 886-4948 mcomarin.mcjr.net 101 Casa Buena Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925 Your Family Medical Center, Urgent Care Clinic & Health Clinic in Marin, CA.

Novato Community Hospital

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

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

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Family Service Agency of Marin

National Institute of Mental Health

FamilyWorks

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

fsa@fsamarin.org (415) 491-5700 fsamarin.org 555 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 Family Service Agency of Marin provides affordable and accessible behavioral and mental health services to children, adults and families. info@familyworks.org (415) 492-0720 familyworks.org 4 Joseph Ct, San Rafael, CA 94903 Dedicated to helping people of all ages meet life challenges by providing positive social-emotional support and psychotherapy. Family Works provides free and/or sliding scale direct mental health services to over 2,000 people of all income levels throughout the Bay Area.

Helping Older People Excel (HOPE) Full Service Partnership Program and Senior Peer Counseling

(415) 473-4306 marinhhs.org 10 North San Pedro Road Suite 1020, San Rafael, CA 94903 Provides culturally competent intensive, integrated services to older adults with serious mental illness, who have experienced or are experiencing a reduction in their personal or community functioning and, as a result, are at risk of hospitalization, institutionalization or homelessness.

The program is focused on recovery and relapse prevention, seeking out participants and serving them wherever they may be.

Marin County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services

(415) 473-6666 (Psychiatric Emergency Services) marinhhs.org 3240 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901 BHRS offers prevention and early intervention, suicide prevention and crisis services to all residents of Marin County. BHRS also provides outpatient, residential and hospital care addressing specialty mental health and substance use service needs of Marin Medi-Cal beneficiaries and uninsured residents.

Marin General Hospital Behavioral Health Outpatient Services

(415) 925-7679 maringeneral.org 250 Bon Air Rd Unit A, Greenbrae, CA 94904 Our hospital-based inpatient and outpatient services offer crisis intervention, evaluation, and treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In addition to psychiatric care, our patients receive full medical services from a caring and uniquely committed behavioral health team.

(415) 444-0480 namimarin.org 555 Northgate Dr #280, San Rafael, CA 94903 NAMI Marin is an affiliate of NAMI – the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We provide programs and services to people and families living with mental illness.

(415) 473-4306 marincounty.org 10 N. San Pedro Road Suite 1020, San Rafael, CA 94903 Marin County Mental Health and Substance Use ServicesComprehensive 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.)

Vision Impairment American Academy of Ophthalmology

(415) 561-8500 aao.org 655 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109 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.

Braille and Talking Books Library

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

Guide Dogs for the Blind

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

LightHouse of Marin

(415) 258-8496 lighthouse-sf.org 851 Irwin St Suite 206 2nd Floor, San Rafael, CA 94901 Loss of vision requires learning methods for reading, traveling in the community, computer access and daily activities. Staff provides counseling, training and resources

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for those with vision loss. Training and support is available in English, Spanish and other languages. Open Mon - Thurs 8:30 AM -5:00 PM.

Veteran's Crisis Line

Prevent Blindness Northern California

info@vetshousing.com (415) 952-5502 vetshousing.com PO Box 4118, San Rafael, CA 94913 VHS maintains a registry to match veteran tenants with local landlords with the goal of identifying, pursuing and providing housing alternatives for North Bay veterans.

q@eyeinfo.org (415) 567-7500 northerncalifornia.preventblindness.org 1388 Sutter St Suite 408, San Francisco, CA 94109 Free vision screening for adults, public information and professional education classes.

Veterans Services Marin County Division of Aging and Adult Services Veterans Services

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

Veterans Benefits (844) 698-2311 benefits.va.gov/benefits US Veterans Benefits Administration.

(800) 273-8255 Press 1

Veterans Housing & Services & Advocacy (VHS)

HOUSING

Assisted and Independent Living Aldersly

gigileh@aldersley.com (800) 777-3646 aldersly.com 326 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Non-profit, independent, continuing care retirement community. Independent living and assisted living apartments, as well as health and rehabilitation center in a

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garden environment. Near many San Rafael amenities. Call us for a tour today.

Alma Via (415) 491-1900

almaviaofsanrafael.org 515 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901 A vibrant community in beautiful surroundings, AlmaVia of San Rafael offers comprehensive assisted living and memory care to Bay Area seniors.

Bello Gardens Assisted Living

(415) 453-3494 46 Mariposa Ave, San Anselmo CA 94960 Everyday we strive to provide a healthy, caring, family environment for your loved one. Our Mission is to care & enrich the lives of each resident. We create a sense of community, safety, vitality and wellbeing. Safety and happiness are our top priorities. Private Tours Available Daily. Please call Neysa to set up a tour at (415) 755-0087.

Drake Terrace

(415) 491-1935 lifeatdraketerrace.com 275 Los Ranchitos Rd, San Rafael CA 94903 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.

The Redwoods (415) 383-2741

theredwoods.org 40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941 A vibrant Retirement Community celebrating 40 years.

Located on 10 beautiful acres in Mill Valley and provide over 100 engaging activities weekly.

The Tamalpais

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

Tam House

tamanager@comcast.net (415) 457-5633 tamhouse.org PO Box 2969, San Anselmo, CA 94979 Ross Valley Ecumenical Housing Association’s co-housing in San Anselmo provides communal space and private rooms for 21 people. Cooperative and independent living for seniors.

Villa Marin

mgodfrey.villamarin@gmail.com (415) 492-2408 villa-marin.com 100 Thorngale Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 An active Continuing Care Retirement Community

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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.

Home Repair Episcopal Senior Communities Rotary Home Team

lklor@jtm-esc.org (415) 456-9068 At Whistlestop: 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Offers a free service to seniors and people with disabilities in San Rafael and Novato who may have financial or physical challenges in performing small household repairs such as light bulb or battery replacement, fixing leaky faucets or silencing squeaky doors.

Housing Resources Bradley Real Estate

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

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

Elder Care Locator (800) 677-1116 Nationwide senior services information, including housing.

Elder Transition Care (415) 758-7097

Growing Together Since 1972

Voted Best Senior Living

The following Bradley agents have earned the Seniors Real Estate Specialists Certification. SRES designees are REALTORS qualified to address the needs of homebuyers and sellers age 50 and above.

Bill Johnson Tim Leveque Natalie Shapiro Cheryl Downing Marie Borders Jeanne Thorsson Victoria Wells

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Independent Residential Personalized Care Skilled Nursing Health Care Center www.theredwoods.org

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H O U S I N G | H O M E R E PA I R , H O U S I N G R E S O U R C E S governed by its residents that maintain 100% equity Consumer Credit Counseling Services: in their Villa Marin condominiums. Residents must be Housing Counseling independent upon applying for community, but skilled (800) 777-PLAN nursing and assisted living are available to residents. info@cccssf.org HUD approved counseling nonprofit agency covering West Marin Senior Services Stockstill House San Francisco, Napa, Marin, Mendocino, and Sonoma robyn@wmss.org Counties. Counseling in all areas relating to the home: (415) 663-0722 home buyer, default and loss, reverse mortgages, wmss.org volunteer credit counseling services.

12051 State Route One, Point Reyes, CA 94956

H O U S I N G | H O U S I N G R E S O U R C E S , S TO R A G E • L E G A L | A D V O C A C Y bedroom with bath into a flexible accessory dwelling unit 454 Las Gallinas #454 without heavy fees or restrictive requirements.

San Rafael, CA 94903 Full-service management of the move process for seniors.

Lucille's List Offerings include helping evaluate living options; sorting, (888) 834-3646 selling, and shipping "stuff"; hiring and overseeing movers; lucilleslist.com and revitalizing the old house for sale or lease. Call for a A free online housing match service for Bay Area seniors. free consultation today!

Episcopal Senior Communities Shared Housing Program

lklor@jtm-esc.org (415) 456-9068 shared-housing.com At Whistlestop: 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Offers housing counseling for seniors on affordable housing options and home share program; matching seniors in need of housing with those who have an empty room available in their house for either money or an exchange of services.

Storage Bellam Self Storage

(415) 454-1983 bellamstorage.com 24 Bellam Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901 Store with comfort. The first Green-Certified, 100% solar powered self storage in California. Unmatched, personalized service with fantastic convenience, quality & security. Open 7 days a week. Easy Parking.

LEGAL

Fair Housing Advocates of Northern California

(415) 457-5025 fairhousingnorcal.org 1314 Lincoln Ave Suite A, San Rafael, CA 94901 The only full service fair housing agency in Marin County and the only housing counseling agency in Marin County certified by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Golden Benefits Senior Services

(415) 454-3359 goldenbenefits.com Full service agency that provides consultations at no charge.

Refer and assist families to assisted living communities, memory care facilities, and board and care homes. We assure they are properly licensed and approved. We also help find skilled care for Medicare eligible seniors.

Marin Housing Authority

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

Lilypad

info@lilypadhomes.org (415) 250-9317 lilypadhomes.org Facilitates the transition back to multi-generational living by fostering the development of accessory dwelling units.

We believe that these units are an insurance policy and that homeowners should be allowed to repurpose a

Advocacy

AARP

(866) 448-3614 aarp.org American Association of Retired Persons.

California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA)

(415) 820-3239 californiaalliance.org 600 Grand Ave Room 410, Oakland, CA 94610 A statewide nonprofit organization that unites retired workers and community groups to win social and economic justice, full civil rights, and a better, more secure future for ourselves, our families, and future generations. Join us on Facebook.

California Senior Legislator Allan Bortel, Senior Senator, & Elenor Bloch, Sr. Assembly Member inverness@earthlink.net (916) 552-8056 4csl.org 1020 N St Room 513, Sacramento, CA 95814

Compassion & Choices Northern California

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

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L E G A L | A D V O C A C Y, C O N S U M E R S E RV I C E S graypanther-sf@sonic.net (415) 552-8800 graypantherssf.igc.org 2940 16th St Room 200-3, San Francisco, CA 94103 Advocates and endorses positions and actions for peace and social justice, universal health care, electoral reform, non-privatization of public resources, civil rights, human rights and civil liberties.

Marin County Commission on Aging (415) 473-7118 marinhhs.org 10 North San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 The Commission works closely with the Aging and Adult Services on behalf of Marin’s older adults.

Marin County Ombudsman Program ombudsman@marincounty.org (415) 473-7446 marinhhs.org 10 North San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 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.

Pursuing passions

National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse (NASGA) Info@StopGuardianAbuse.org StopGuardianAbuse.org A non-profit, civil rights organization working to expose and end unlawful and abusive actions towards elders, guardians, and conservators.

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

Consumer Services Better Business Bureau info@bbbemail.org (866) 411-2221 bbbgoldengate.org Receives complaints about local businesses.

Another reason to love life at Drake Terrace

At Drake Terrace, life is different here. It’s not just a place to live. This is where residents discover the community experience and put passions into practice.

Engage, challenge yourself, share knowledge, and build a legacy for future generations. This is where your personal journey begins.

Call 888.277.5044 or visit LifeatDrakeTerrace.com

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Gray Panthers of San Francisco

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Marin County Consumer Protection Unit

(415) 499-6495 marincounty.org 3501 Civic Center Dr Room 130, San Rafael, CA 94903 Responsible for handling a broad spectrum of consumer and environmental protection activities. The unit's focus is to protect the public, prosecute violators, and prevent future violations of law through the use of four major mechanisms: enforcement, mediation, referral, and outreach.

Marin Municipal Water District

(415) 945-1400 marinwater.org 220 Nellen Ave, Corte Madera, CA 94925 Public water agency serving South and Central Marin County. Offers low income and medical disability discounts, third party notification service, conservation assistance and more.

Elder Abuse Elder Financial Protection Network (EFPN)

admin@efprotection.org (707) 981-8403 elderfinancialprotection.org 17 Keller St Suite A, Petaluma, CA 94952 Dedicated to the prevention of elder financial abuse,

EFPN offers information and referrals, brochures, professional training, community outreach, and speakers bureau information.

Marin County Adult Protective Services (415) 473-2774 marinhhs.org/adult-protective-services 10 N. San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 Takes reports and investigates elder and dependent adult abuse.

Legal Counseling Bay Area Legal Aid

grichardson@baylegal.org (800) 551-5554 baylegal.org 30 N. San Pedro Rd Suite 250, San Rafael, CA 94901 Legal help for low income individuals in the Bay Area

California Center for Law & the Deaf

(877) 332-3529 deaflaw.org 14895 E. 14th St Suite 220, San Leandro, CA 94578 Legal advice, consultation, and information are provided to deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals on issues involving deafness discrimination as well as other issues that are not deafness related, such as consumer or landlordtenant disputes.

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L E G A L | L E G A L C O U S E L I N G • M O N E Y | F I N A N C I A L S E RV I C E S info@faclc.org (415) 492-9230 faclc.org 30 North San Pedro Rd Suite 245, San Rafael, CA 94903 We provide high-quality, low-cost legal services to children and families on matters ranging from child abuse and domestic violence to child custody and support.

Immigrant Legal Resource Center (SF)

(415) 255-9499 ilrc.org 1663 Mission St Suite 602, San Francisco, CA 94103 A national nonprofit resource center that provides immigration legal trainings, technical assistance, and educational materials, and engages in advocacy a nd immigrant civic engagement to advance immigrant rights.

Legal Aid of Marin

(415) 492-0230 legalaidmarin.org 30 N. San Pedro Rd Suite 220, San Rafael, CA 94903 Provides access to the civil justice system to low-income, vulnerable and otherwise underserved residents of Marin County. We strive for practical solutions to client problems through quality legal service.

Legal Self-Help Services of Marin Supreme Court (415) 444-7130 marincourt.org Marin Civic Center Rm C27, San Rafael, CA 94903 Answers questions about legal processes and preparing documents. No appointments. Service on drop-in basis.

MONEY

Financial Services California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) careprogram@pge.com (800) 743-2273 pge.com California Provides discounts on utility bills for low-income households. Call for eligibility.

California Lifeline Program

(866) 272-0349 californialifeline.com State program that provides discounted home phone and cell phone services to eligible households. Also help with lowering monthly phone bills.

Mary Alice Cardenas Reverse Mortgage Specialist

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

Consumer Credit Counseling Services

(415) 499-7454 3501 Civic Center Dr Room 130, San Rafael, CA 94903 Mediation services help neighbors, tenants, landlords, business and professional people resolve their differences.

info@cccssf.org (800) 777-7526 cccssf.org 595 Market St, 15th Floor, San Francisco CA 94105 Whether you need immediate help to pay off debt and avoid bankruptcy or you just need guidance in designing a spending and savings plan or buying a first home, we offer a variety of programs and services that put you in control of your financial future. There is no charge for money management, debt or housing counseling services.

Tenant Rights Hotline

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Marin Mediation Services (DA)

(888) 495-8020 tenantstogether.org/tenant-rights-hotline We offer free one-on-one phone counseling sessions to our members.

Whistlestop Legal Help Desk resource@whistlestop.org (415) 459-6700

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

Novato Human Needs Center Budget Planning

info@nhnc.org (415) 897-4147 nhnc.org 1907 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 Our case managers are available to work with you individually

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Family and Children's Law Center

M O N E Y | F I N A N C I A L S E RV I C E S • R E C R E AT I O N & S O C I A L | B I N G O , C O M PA N I O N S H I P to help you plan a monthly budget to ensure that you are Edgewater Seniors Club better able to prevent or prepare for unexpected expenses. jdybdal@ci.sausalito.ca.us They can also help you with ideas to improve your sources of (415) 289-4152 income or reduce your expenses over a period of time. ci.sausalito.ca.us 420 Litho St, Sausalito, CA 94965 Paying for Senior Care Call for Bingo dates and times. info@payingforseniorcare.com (415) 287-3486 Mill Valley Seniors Club payingforseniorcare.com kc@cityofmillvalley.org 736 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 383-1370 Our Elder Care Financial Resource Locator Tool helps cityofmillvalley.org families discover, understand, and apply for resources they 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941 need to pay for the long term care, assisted living or home Mill Valley Community Center - Bingo at 1:00 PM Tues. care of their loved ones. Our comprehensive database Call to confirm details. includes: federal, state, and local government, nonprofit, veterans, and more.

Salvation Army (415) 459-4520 SparkPoint Marin Financial Coaching 351 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 (Community Action Marin) Call to confirm Bingo 2 to 4 PM. Thurs. Call for sparkpoint@uwba.org more information.

(415) 526-7530 409 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94903 Financial coaches can help you create step-by-step plans to address your unique needs and achieve your goals by SAN RAFAEL providing the tools to: build your career, prepare your taxes, improve your credit, start a small business and learn Goldenaires about public benefits, and more.

San Rafael Goldenaires

Women's Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER)

info@wiserwomen.org (202) 393-5452 wiserwomen.org The Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) is dedicated to the education and advocacy that will improve long-term financial quality of life for women.

RECREATION & SOCIAL CONNECTION BINGO

(415) 485-3348 cityofsanrafael.org 618 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 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

(415) 388-6393 tcsd.us 203 Marin Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941 Tam Valley Community Center - Bingo is Wed. between 11 AM - 1 PM. Combined with meeting and brown bag lunch. Call for details.

Terra Linda Seniors

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

Corte Madera Community Center

recreation_dept@tcmmail.org (415) 927-5072 ci.corte-madera.ca.us 498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925 Join our group of active older adults for Bingo every Thursday from 9:30 AM to 11:45 AM at the Corte Madera Community Center.

Companionship ElderWISE

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

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(877) 797-7299 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.

Tamalpais Union High School District Adult School ESL Classes

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Episcopal Senior Communities Senior Center Without Walls

(415) 945-3780 tamdistrict.org At Redwood High School: 395 Doherty Dr, Larkspur, CA 94939 ESL (English as a Second Language) classes, US Government and History Classes, and in-home caregiver classes.

Love is the Answer (LITA)

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

Gardens Marin Art and Garden Center

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

Open Mon-Sat 9-5.

Multicultural Services Alma Latina (Novato Independent Elders Program- NIEP)

(415) 899-8297 At Margaret Todd Senior Center: 1560 Hill Rd, Novato CA 94947 Multicultural group of seniors supported by Episcopal Senior Communities, meets once a month to have lunch and enjoy professional presentations regarding the diverse public services offered in Marin County.

Brazilian Alliance

(415) 472-2950 30 N. San Pedro Rd #290, San Rafael, CA 94903 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

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

Whistlestop Multicultural Programs (415) 456-9062 whistlestop.org/classes /multicultural-programs 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 We help to connect various cultural groups in Marin by bringing them together to socialize and take classes.

Assistance with U.S. citizenship and ESL classes, housing opportunities, health education, in-home support, subsidy programs and more. When requested, referrals and translation are provided.

Older Adult Organizations Age Friendly Corte Madera

agefriendlycortemadera@gmail.com (415) 480-9758 age-friendlycortemadera.com 498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925 A nonprofit dedicated to creating physical and social environments that support and enhance healthy and active aging, and an optimal quality of life for older residents of Corte Madera. Using the World Health Organization's (W.H.O.) AgeFriendly Network as a platform for information exchange and mutual support.

Albert J. Boro Community Center

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

Corte Madera Community Center (415) 927-5072

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R E C R E AT I O N & S O C I A L | O L D E R A D U LT O R G A N I Z AT I O N S ci.corte-madera.ca.us (415) 383-1370 498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925 cityofmillvalley.org Fun and educational senior programs. Classes include 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941 art and crafts, Bridge, driver safety, and fitness. Day Mill Valley Parks and Recreation meets Tuesday for lunch trips to explore local attractions. Day trips to explore and Bingo. Many programs and activities available including local attractions. Big Band dances every second day and overnight trips.

Wednesday of the month from 8-10 PM.

Dance Palace Community Center

alison@dancepalace.org (415) 663-1075 dancepalace.org 503 B St, Pt. Reyes Station, CA 94956 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 Club

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

Larkspur Larks

(415) 927-6746 cityoflarkspur.org 240 Doherty Dr, Larkspur, CA 94939 Larkspur Recreation Department- Older Adult ProgramsMeets 11:30 AM -1:00 PM. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays.

Margaret Todd Senior Center

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

Marguerita C Johnson Senior Center

(415) 332-9323 mcjseniorcenter.com 640 Drake Ave, Marin City, CA 94965 Programs, referral services, and activities for adults 60 and older in Marin City and Southern Marin. Monthly shopping trips, grocery, arts and crafts, Tai-Chi, movie day, and monthly luncheons with guest speakers. Home of the Marin City Senior Sunshine Club.

Marin Retired Teachers Association

div37.calrta2.org Quarterly meetings. Check website for details.

Mill Valley Seniors Club kc@cityofmillvalley.org

Novato Senior Citizens Club @ Margaret Todd Senior Center

(415) 899-8290 1560 Hill Rd, Novato, CA 94947 Social and recreational opportunities to membership, including meetings, theme lunches and dinners, and a trip program. Membership open to anyone 50+.

Retired Public Employees Association

pault@rpea32.org (707) 573-1566 pea.com Non-profit association of retirees and active employees who are members of the California Public Retirement System.

Ross Valley Seniors

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

Meetings are the first Thursday of the month and include lunch. Annual membership fee is $30 or $7 for drop-in.

San Geronimo Valley Community Center Senior Programming

admin@sgvcc.org (415) 488-8888 sgvcc.org 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd / PO Box 194, San Geronimo, CA 94963 Organic meals served at the Senior Lunch on Mondays and Thursdays. Education, music and senior activities: healthrelated workshops, book club, writing group, ping pong, Qi Gong and yoga.

San Rafael Goldenaires

(415) 485-3348 cityofsanrafael.org 618 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 A recreational club for seniors that meets in downtown San Rafael at the San Rafael Community Center. Classes, exercise, bridge, mah jongg, bingo, tours, art classes, etc. $30 annual membership. Office Hours: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Mon-Fri.

Sons in Retirement (SIR) Marin

Branch 7 San Rafael, additional branches all over Marin (415) 479-7767

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maynardwillms@aol.com A non-profit public benefit corporation for retired men.

SIR assists men in renewing old friendships and making new friends through SIR activities. San Rafael chapter has a Monthly luncheon at McInnis Golf Center on the First Thursday of each month at 11:30 AM. Three course meal for $28. Interesting and informative speakers. $35 yearly dues.

St. Isabella’s 50+ Club

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

Tam Valley Seniors Club

(415) 388-6393 tcsd.us 203 Marin Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941 Meetings are held at the Tam Valley Community Center from 11 AM- 1 PM on Wednesdays. After a short discussion meeting, there is a bring your own bag lunch.

Also, Bingo and potlucks throughout the year.

Terra Linda Seniors

(415) 485-3344 670 Del Ganado Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903 Activities include weekly Bingo games, occasional luncheons and plenty of time to socialize. Open Mon. Friday 8:30 AM -5:00 PM. $15 membership fee.

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Whistlestop Active Aging Center

(415) 456-9062 Whistlestop.org 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901 Thriving community of older adults who enjoy exercise, Tai Chi, balance classes, Zumba, yoga, ping pong, etc. See website for class & activity schedules.

TRANSPORTATION American Cancer Society Road to Recovery

Patient Service Center: (888) 227-6333 cancer.org The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery program provides transportation to and from cancer related medical appointments for people with cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Call between the hours of 5 AM -6PM PST, M-F to learn more.

Dillon Beach / Tomales Dial-A-Ride

(415) 892-7899 marintransit.org The Dillon Beach/Tomales Dial-A-Ride provides passengers

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curb-to-curb pick-up and drop-off service between Dillon Beach, Tomales, and Petaluma on Wednesdays.

Marin Access Travel Navigators

Golden Gate Transit

Navigator@whistlestop.org (415) 454-0902 marinaccess.org At Whistlestop: 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 The Marin Access Travel Navigators, operated by Whistlestop, is a onestop resource for program information and eligibility for all Marin Access programs, including: paratransit, Catch A Ride, and the STAR and TRIP volunteer driver programs. The Travel Navigators consult with potential users or their family members to determine the most appropriate services a potential user may qualify for.

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

Hamilton Shuttle

info@whistlestop.org (415) 454-0964 hamiltonfield.org The Hamilton Shuttle is a free service of the Hamilton Field of Marin Home Owners Association operated

by Whistlestop. It transports residents and employees of Hamilton Field around a loop from Safeway to the Alameda del Prado bus stop Monday -Friday from 5:30 AM to 8:45 AM & 4:20 PM - 7:00 PM.

Marin Access Travel Training

travelnavigator@marintransit.org (415) 454-0902 marinaccess.org/our-services/travel-training Marin Transit offers individualized travel training to Marin’s older adults. These “transit tours” consist of a Marin Transit representative who provides a tour of the public bus system by planning a trip for the group on an actual transit route.

These trips usually take about three hours and are tailored to the area to which the group requesting a “tour” will be traveling. There is no cost for this service. Presentations are also available for groups by request.

Marin Transit

info@marintransit.org (415) 226-0855 marintransit.org 711 Grand Ave Suite 110, San Rafael, CA 94901 Marin Transit provides local transit service within Marin County.

Novato Dial-A-Ride

info@marintransit.org (415) 892-7899 marintransit.org Novato Dial-A-Ride is designed to fill gaps in Novato's local transit service and provide additional service. You

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can use the Dial-A-Ride service to make a complete trip within Novato or connect to fixed route transit service for travel outside of Novato.

T R A N S P O RTAT I O N marintransit.org/stage.html The West Marin Stagecoach provides two regularly operating bus routes between Central and West Marin.

Point Reyes Dial-A-Ride

info@marintransit.org (415) 892-7899 marintransit.org The Point Reyes Dial-A-Ride provides passengers curbto-curb pick-up and drop-off service between Point Reyes Station and Novato on the second Monday of each month.

St. Anselm Church

(415) 453-2342 saintanselm.org 97 Shady Lane, Ross, CA 94957 Provides transportation services for seniors and persons living with disabilities living in Ross.

Saint Rita's Church: Helping Hands

(415) 454-6420 100 Marinda Dr, Fairfax, CA 94960 Provides transportation services for seniors and persons living with disabilities living in Fairfax.

West Marin Stagecoach

Whistlestop CarePool

navigator@whistlestop.org (415) 454-0902 whistlestop.org/transportation /carepool 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael CA 94901 Whistlestop’s CarePool program helps older adults get to medical appointments or the grocery store.

CarePool offers FREE rides to Marin County residents 65 or older and to people with disabilities. CarePool offers a unique “door-through-door” service. Volunteer drivers provide extra support, such as unloading groceries for riders, walking riders into their medical appointment, and waiting for them until the appointment ends.

info@marintransit.org (415) 526-3239

NEED A RIDE?

You may be eligible if you are...

• A Marin Resident • 65 or older • A person with disabilities • Able to travel in a passenger vehicle

Whistlestop’s CarePool program improves the quality of life of older adults in Marin by helping them get to medical appointments or to the grocery store. � FREE rides for eligible participants � A unique door-through-door service � Extra support for participants as needed during the trip CarePool is generously supported with funding from Marin General Hospital and Marin Transit.

Contact us to access this valuable service!

415.454.0902 navigator@whistlestop.org

VOLUNTEER TO DRIVE CarePool’s success depends on community support!

Volunteering with CarePool is...

• Flexible with your schedule • Easy to get started • FUN! Contact us to learn more!

415.454.9067 volunteer@whistlestop.org

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INDEX 211 Marin County .....................................................37 AARP ........................................................................52 AARP Experience Corps Marin ...................................38 AARP Smart Driver Online Course .............................35 Age Friendly Corte Madera ......................................57 AgeSong Marin Support Group .................................33 Aging Life Care Association .......................................28 AgingCare.com .........................................................28 Albert J. Boro Community Center ..............................57 Aldersly ................................................................ 9, 49 Alegre Home Care ....................................................30 Alert Marin ...............................................................40 Alma Latina (Novato Independent Elders Program- NIEP) .........................................57 Alma Via ...................................................................50 Alzheimer's Association - North Bay ..........................43 American Academy of Ophthalmology ......................48 American Cancer Society - Look Good Feel Better Program .............................................43 American Cancer Society ...........................................43 American Cancer Society Road to Recovery ...............59 American Diabetes Association ..................................45 American Heart Association ......................................45 American Lung Association .......................................45 American Red Cross ..................................................40 American Speech, Language & Hearing Association ..........................................45 Amputee Coalition of America .............................33, 45 Arthritis Foundation ..................................................45 At Home Caregivers ..............................................2, 31 Attitudinal Healing International ...............................33 Bay Area Community Resources Alcohol and Drug Programs ..................................33 Bay Area Legal Aid ...................................................54 Bel-Net .....................................................................40 Bellam Self Storage .............................................. 9, 52 Bello Gardens Assisted Living ....................................50 Better Breathers Club Jim Braley, RRT ......................33 Better Business Bureau .............................................53 Blind & Vision Impaired of Marin ..............................33 Blood Centers of the Pacific ......................................43 Bolinas Health Center ...............................................46 Bradley Real Estate ...................................................51 Braille and Talking Books Library .............................48 Brazilian Alliance ......................................................57 Brown Bag Pantry at Whistlestop .............................. 41 Buck Institute for Research on Aging .........................35 CalFresh or Food Stamps ...........................................42 California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA) ......52 California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) ............55 California Center for Law & the Deaf ........................54 California Department of Rehabilitation ....................29 California Lifeline Program .......................................55 California Senior Legislator Allan Bortel, Senior Senator, & Elenor Bloch, Sr. Assembly Member ....52 Canal Alliance ...........................................................57

Canine Companions for Independence ......................30 Center for Domestic Peace ........................................39 Center for Integrative Health and Wellness ...............33 Center for Volunteer and Non-Profit Leadership (CVNL) ...............................................38 Ceres Community Project of Marin ............................42 College of Marin - Dental Assistance Program ...........44 College of Marin -- Student Accessibility Services ......30 College of Marin Community Education .....................35 Community Action Marin ..........................................37 Community Healing Centers .....................................47 Community Institute for Psychotherapy ....................47 Community Violence Solutions ..................................39 Compassion & Choices Northern California ................52 Consumer Credit Counseling Services ........................55 Consumer Credit Counseling Services: Housing Counseling ...............................51 Corte Madera Community Center ........................56, 57 Corte Madera Community CenterLunch Club for Seniors ..........................................40 Corte Madera Swingers .............................................44 Dance Palace Community Center ..............................58 Deaf & Disabled Telecommunications Program (DDTP) ..................................................46 Denti-Cal ..................................................................44 Dillon Beach / Tomales Dial-A-Ride ..........................59 Disaster Distress Help Line ........................................40 Drake Terrace .....................................................50, 53 EAH Housing .............................................................51 Edgewater Seniors Club ............................................56 Edgewater Seniors Club ............................................58 Elder Care Locator ....................................................51 Elder Financial Protection Network (EFPN) ................54 Elder Transition Care .................................................51 Elderlink ...................................................................37 ElderWISE .................................................................56 Emeritus College at College of Marin (ESCOM) ..........35 Employment Development Department (EDD) ..........36 Episcopal Senior Communities Rotary Home Team .... 51 Episcopal Senior Communities Senior Center Without Walls ........................... 11, 57 Episcopal Senior Communities Shared Housing Program .....................................52 Episcopal Senior Communities Telephone Reassurance Program ..........................40 Fair Housing Advocates of Northern California ..........52 Family and Children's Law Center .............................55 Family Caregiver Alliance .........................................28 Family Service Agency of Marin: 24/7 Grief Counseling .........................................30 Family Service Agency of Marin ................................48 Family Service Agency of Marin: Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotlines .....................39 FamilyWorks ............................................................48 Foundation for Osteoporosis Research & Education ...........................................45

Freitas Senior Community Tai Chi Classes ..................44 Golden Benefits Senior Services ................................52 Golden Gate Computer Society .................................35 Golden Gate Transit ..................................................60 Gray Panthers of San Francisco .................................53 Guide Dogs for the Blind ...........................................48 Hamilton Shuttle .......................................................60 Health Care Connection ..................................... 15, 28 Hear Now Program ...................................................46 Hearing & Speech Clinic ............................................47 Helping Older People Excel (HOPE) Full Service Partnership Program and Senior Peer Counseling ..................................48 HICAP .......................................................................38 Hired Hands Homecare .......................................10, 29 Home Delivered Grocery Program ............................42 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) .................55 Home Helpers ..................................................... 15, 31 Homeward Bound of Marin .......................................30 Homewell Senior Care ........................................... 4, 31 Hospice By The Bay ..................................................30 Huntington Disease Society of America .....................33 Ida Geary Glaucoma Support Group .........................34 Immigrant Legal Resource Center (SF) ......................55 In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) .................... 15, 32 Institute on Aging .....................................................29 Institute on Aging - Friendship Line for the Elderly ....39 Jackson Café at Whistlestop Community Breakfast .......................................... 41 Jackson Café at Whistlestop ......................................43 Kaiser Permanente Medical Center ...........................47 Keeping Hope Alive ..................................................34 Kentfield Hospital .....................................................47 Kidney Community Education / CAM ........................37 Larkspur Larks .........................................................58 Larkspur Walkers ......................................................44 League of Women Voters ..........................................39 Legal Aid of Marin ....................................................55 Legal Self-Help Services of Marin Supreme Court ......55 Library Beyond Walls ................................................30 Lifehouse ..................................................................30 Lifeline of the North Bay: a service of the Petaluma Health Care District .....................40 LightHouse of Marin .................................................48 Lilypad .....................................................................52 Living/Dying Project ................................................30 Love is the Answer (LITA) ..........................................57 Lucille's List .............................................................52 Margaret Todd Café at the Margaret Todd Senior Center ............................................... 41 Margaret Todd Senior Center ....................................58 Marguerita C Johnson Senior Center .........................58 Marin Access Travel Navigators .................................60 Marin Access Travel Training .....................................60 Marin Adult Day Health Center .................................28 Marin Art and Garden Center ....................................57

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INDEX National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse (NASGA) .....................................53 National Cancer Institute (NCI) ..................................44 National Institute of Mental Health ...........................48 Neuropathy Support Group .......................................34 Novato Community Hospital .....................................47 Novato Dial-A-Ride ...................................................60 Novato Human Needs Center Budget Planning ..........55 Novato Human Needs Center: Food Pantry ............... 41 Novato Human Needs Center: Job Search Support ...36 Novato Independent Elders Program ........................37 Novato Senior Citizens Club @ Margaret Todd Senior Center ................................58 Osher Marin Jewish Community Center .....................44 Our Lady of Loretto Church .......................................30 Parkinson's Disease Support Group ...........................34 Paying for Senior Care ..............................................56 Point Reyes Dial-A-Ride ............................................ 61 Prevent Blindness Northern California ......................49 Project Independence ............................................... 31 Ready Marin .............................................................40 Retired Public Employees Association ........................58 Ritter Center .............................................................37 Ritter Center Health Center .......................................46 Ross Valley Seniors ...................................................58 RotaCare San Rafael .................................................46 Saint Rita's Church: Helping Hands ........................... 61 Salvation Army ...................................................40, 56 San Francisco VA Medical Center ...............................47 San Geronimo Valley Community Center ................... 41 San Geronimo Valley Community Center: Food Pantry .........................................................42 San Geronimo Valley Community Center: Senior Programming ............................................58 San Rafael Community Center: Congregate Meals .... 41 San Rafael Goldenaires .......................................56, 58 San Rafael Goldenaires Congregate Meal Site ........... 41 San Rafael Public Library Computer Tutoring ............35 San Rafael Public Library Outreach Program ............30 Sausalito Village ......................................................32 SCAN Health Plan .................................................5, 38 SCORE .......................................................................38 SearchSeniorLiving.com ............................................37 Senior Access "The Club" ...........................................28 Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) .............................37 Senior Peer Counseling Program and A.C.A.S.A. Marin County Mental Health Substance Use Services .............................48 Senior Resources @ Home .......................................32 Senior Settlers, LLC ...................................................32 Seniors At Home ............................................. 9, 29, 32 Seniors Circle ............................................................34 SF-Marin Food Bank .................................................42 Social Security Administration ...................................30 Sons in Retirement (SIR) Marin .................................58

SparkPoint Marin Financial Coaching (Community Action Marin) ...................................56 St. Anselm Church ..................................................... 61 St. Hilary Church ....................................................... 41 St. Isabella’s 50+ Club ...................................59 St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room ............................... 41 Stinson Beach Community Health Center ..................46 Sutter Care at Home .................................................32 Sutter Health Terra Linda Urgent Care Health Plaza ................................................46 Sutter VNA & Hospice ...............................................29 Tam House ................................................................50 Tam Valley Seniors Club ......................................56, 59 Tamalpais Union High School District Adult School ESL Classes .......................................57 Tamalpais Union High School District Community Education ...............................35 Technology For Life ...................................................35 Tenant Rights Hotline ................................................55 Terra Linda Seniors .............................................56, 59 The Campaign for Aging Research Elder Helpers Program .........................................28 The Hearing & Speech Center of N. Cal .....................47 The Medical Center of Marin .....................................47 The Mended Hearts, Inc. ...........................................46 The Redwoods .....................................................50, 51 The Seniors Coalition ................................................53 The Spahr Center ......................................................34 The Tamalpais ...........................................................50 Veteran's Crisis Line ..................................................49 Veterans Benefits ......................................................49 Veterans Housing & Services & Advocacy (VHS) ........49 Villa Marin ................................................................50 Visiting Angels ....................................................32, 33 West Marin Community Resource Center Food Pantry ..............................................42 West Marin Medical Center .......................................46 West Marin Senior Services (WMSS) Point Reyes Station Community Lunch .................. 41 West Marin Senior Services .................................29, 38 West Marin Senior Services Stockstill House ..............51 West Marin Stagecoach ............................................. 61 Whistlestop Active Aging Center ....................39, 44, 59 Whistlestop CarePool ................................................ 61 Whistlestop Computer Classes ...................................35 Whistlestop Help Desk ..............................................37 Whistlestop Legal Help Desk .....................................55 Whistlestop Meals on Wheels ....................................43 Whistlestop Multicultural Programs ...........................57 Whistlestop Volunteers ..............................................39 Women's Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) .............................................56 You Are Not Alone Program (Tiburon residents).........40 YWCA 50 Plus............................................................37

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Marin Cancer Institute ...............................................43 Marin Center for Independent Living ........................30 Marin City Health and Wellness Center .....................46 Marin Community Clinics - Dental .............................44 Marin Community Clinics ..........................................46 Marin County Adult Protective Services .....................54 Marin County Aging and Adult Services .....................37 Marin County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services ..........................................48 Marin County Civic Center Volunteers ........................38 Marin County Civil Grand Jury ..................................38 Marin County Commission on Aging ..........................53 Marin County Consumer Protection Unit ....................54 Marin County Dental Services ...................................44 Marin County Dental Society .....................................44 Marin County Division of Aging and Adult Services Veterans Services ....................49 Marin County Elections Department / Registrar of Voters ...............................................39 Marin County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health and Recovery Services .............33 Marin County Library Computer Tutoring ..................35 Marin County Office of Education .............................35 Marin County Ombudsman Program .........................53 Marin County School Volunteers ................................38 Marin County Stroke Resource Directory (website) ....45 Marin Employment Connection (MEC) .......................36 Marin General Hospital .............................................47 Marin General Hospital Behavioral Health Outpatient Services ...................................48 Marin Housing Authority ...........................................52 Marin Humane Society .............................................32 Marin Humane Society Dog Licenses .........................32 Marin Independent Caregivers Network .............. 29, 31 Marin Man to Man ....................................................34 Marin Mediation Services (DA) ..................................55 Marin Medical Equipment Recyclers (HomeCARES) .......................................44 Marin Municipal Water District ..................................54 Marin Prostate Cancer Information and Support Group ...............................................34 Marin Retired Teachers Association ...........................58 Marin Transit ............................................................60 Marin Villages ..................................................... 11, 32 Marin YMCA ..............................................................44 Mary Alice Cardenas Reverse Mortgage Specialist ..........................................3, 55 Meals from Friends ...................................................43 Meals of Marin ........................................................43 Medicare ..................................................................38 Memory Care CafĂŠ ....................................................34 Mill Street .................................................................40 Mill Valley Seniors Club .............................................56 Mill Valley Seniors Club .............................................58 Muscular Dystrophy Association of America ........34, 45 National Association for Continence ..........................46

The following Bradley Real Estate agents have earned the Seniors Real Estate Specialists Certification (SRES). SRES designees are REALTORS qualified to address the needs of homebuyers and sellers age 50 and above.

Bill Johnson Eileen Joyce Gene Laico Jennifer Schaible Marie Borders Ruth Ellen Saarinen Tim Leveque

(415) 608-2381 (415) 307-6659 (415) 595-7091 (415) 254-0602 (415) 601-1715 (415) 307-7579 (415) 302-3469

Cheryl Downing Fran Donlan Jeanne Thorsson JoAnn Battaglia Natalie Shapiro Susan Koide Victoria Wells

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