The Marin County Board of Supervisors has been the designated Area Agency on Aging since 1977. The Division of Aging and Adult Services is responsible for the Area Agency on Aging duties to plan, develop and coordinate services. Governed by guiding framework put forth in the Older Americans Act and Older Californians Act with funding administered through the California Department of Aging, the Area Agency on Aging strives to:
Allow older individuals to secure and maintain independence and dignity in their homes;
Remove barriers to personal and economic independence;
Provide a continuum of care for vulnerable older persons;
Secure the opportunity for older individuals to receive managed in-home care and community-based long-term care services.
The Division of Aging and Adult Services supports a variety of services that are provided by a network of local non-profit organizations and governmental agencies throughout Marin County. In conjunction with the four year planning cycle, every four years the Division issues a Request for Proposal (RFP) for open, competitive bid to agencies interested in applying for grant awards. Working with the network of aging service advocates in Marin County, DAAS seeks to ensure each individual in our community has the opportunity to Live Long and Live Well by creating and supporting services that enhance independence and quality of life.
For information about services for older adults and their families in Marin, call the Information, Assistance & Referral hotline at (415) 457-4636 (INFO)
Adult Day Healthcare Day care services for older adults with health care needs.
Case Management Coordination and monitoring of services for older persons and persons with disabilities to maintain independence.
Employment Services (Senior Community Services Employment Program for Older Adults) Helping low-income adults aged 55 and older with subsidized community services-based employment and opportunities for placement in regular employment after training.
Family Caregiver Support Emotional support, education, training and respite care for family caregivers and grandparents. Click here for more information.
Health Insurance Counseling Information and counseling on Medicare, Medi-Cal, managed care and long-term care. Call HICAP at 1-800-434-0222 for assistance. Click here for more information.
In-Home Services/Respite Registry Home care worker referrals to assist older persons to remain in their own homes. Call the Marin Center for Independent Living (415) 459-6245 for a referral or IHSS Public Authority of Marin (415) 473-1024. Click here for more information.
Information and Assistance To link older adults and their family members to appropriate services by providing information and referrals. Call (415) 457-4636 for assistance.
Legal Services To provide seniors with legal services and education on older persons’ rights, entitlements and benefits. Call Legal Aid of the Marin at (415) 492-0230 for assistance.
Long Term Care Ombudsman To ensure the rights and protection of older persons at risk for abuse, neglect or exploitation living in long-term care facilities. Call the Ombudsman Office at (415) 473-7446 for assistance.
Nutrition Services To maintain or improve the nutritional health and social well-being of older persons through appropriate nutrition services, such as home delivered and congregate meals.
Preventive Health Care To improve physical health through educational forums on how to take preventive measures before health conditions occur.
Project Independence Trained volunteer advocates providing support to adults at discharge from local hospitals. Click here for more information.
Senior Center Activities Services Social interaction for older adults engaged in educational, creative and fun activities including trips which enhance both health and well being.
Transportation Services Transportation to assist older persons to medical appointments and shopping.
