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Reimagining Aging & Community

Living independently. The comfort of the place you already call home. An active and connected community of older adults. People you can count on for help when needed. What if our older years could look like this?

Marin Villages is redefining aging and community for older adults. Our members and volunteers cherish living in their beloved homes, gathering for events and celebrations, forging new friendships, and supporting each other throughout their aging journey.


Special Event

 

Join Marin Villagers, donors, and friends in celebrating 15 years of building friendship, connection, and community among older adults across Marin County in order for them to remain healthy, engaged and independent. Hear from leaders past and present about Marin Villages' innovative model. Meet our special guest Dr. Vivek Murthy, the 19th and 21st Surgeon General of the United States under Presidents Obama and Biden. Hear Dr. Murthy in conversation with the Buck Institute's Chief Philanthropy Officer Brian Van Weele about the grave health risk of loneliness and isolation, especially as we age, and discover how efforts like Marin Villages are the antidote! 

Purchase tickets here or call the office at 415-457-4633.

 


Volunteer and Member

Membership
Members of Marin Villages enjoy benefits that foster meaningful connections within their communities. We provide a unique blend of personalized activities, direct services, and individual attention, ensuring each member experiences a supportive and engaging environment. Learn more.

Volunteer
We love our volunteers—they are the heart of our services. Join a group of truly amazing people and help older adults in Marin continue to live independently. Many wonderful friendships have formed between our volunteers and the members they support. Learn more.

Volunteer and Member

Members and Volunteers at an event

Programs
Marin Villages offers a diverse range of monthly events to cater to various interests. Our activities include coffees and meals, book clubs, games, a men's group, needle arts, fine arts, speakers, training sessions, walks, and hikes. During COVID, many of these programs transitioned to Zoom, ensuring our members remain connected, safe, and active. Learn more.

How We Work
We have a central office in San Rafael with a small administrative staff. Members call this office when they have a need for a particular service or form of assistance, and we match them with a volunteer.

In addition, we are represented in the community through our local, geographically based villages which are run entirely by volunteers. Currently, these local villages include: Mill Valley Village; Novato Village; Ross Valley Village; San Rafael Village; Tiburon Peninsula Village; Twin Cities Village.

Village hub and spoke model


 Thank you to the following sponsors of our 15th Anniversary Year!

Lead Sponsors
Rotary Club of Tiburon Sunset Sponsor         Matt Masson Coldwell Banker Realty Sponsor

Silver Level Sponsor
First Light Home Care of Marin Sponsor