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Marin now offers Onedoor (onedoormarin.org) a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin.
Call 415 473 - 4636
COVID-19 (click to see details)
COVID-19 (click to see details)
Food (click to see details)
Food (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress, to navigate information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email 457-INFO@marincounty.org
Getting to shops and dr appts - Marin Transit and Marin Access and Care Pool from Vivalon
Fast application for ETB/CalFresh . Benefits Counselling at the Food Bank - 415 7675220
CalFresh: Cash assistance for food purchases for families and individuals
Karla Cornejo, CalFresh Specialist, Hablo Español: 415-282-1900, ext. 034, kcornejo@sfmfoodbank.org
Women, Infants and Children (WIC): supplemental food and nutrition program low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women and children under age five who have a nutritional risk
North Marin Community Services: Novato residents can pick up food Tuesdays 1-3PM at 1907 Novato Blvd. Call 415-897-4147 to begin the intake process.
Fairfax Food Pantry: Residents can pick up pre-bagged food every Saturday 8:30-10:30am. Visit during pantry hours: The Community Church 2398 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax.
West Marin Community Services: The resource center (food pantry) is open weekdays 9AM-5PM (closed 12-1PM). Visit 11431 State Route One, Point Reyes Station CA 94956.
West Marin Senior Services - various services, some not available during Cob
Tommy’s Salsa in Novato ; free meals for kids at lunchtime M-F until school resumes.
Whistlestop: Meals delivered to immunocompromised individuals (Nourish) and seniors (Meals on Wheels); pantry pick-up pre-packaged meals for seniors (Brown Bag Pantry)
Marin Community Clinic: Individuals can drive through and pick up pre-packaged food 2:30-5:30PM at: 3110 Kerner Blvd., San Rafael and 6090 Redwood Blvd., Novato
Jewish Family and Children's Services: JFSC Bay Area Critical Help Line is 415-449-3700. Urgent home health care, meal and grocery delivery, and virtual Safe At Home calls to isolated seniors and those with disabilities; No-interest loans and grants to help individuals, families, and small businesses through this crisis; Expert advice and counseling for anyone in need of mental health services, including children and teens
Ceres Community Project: organic meals for qualifying Marin and Sonoma residents
Meals on Wheels Home Delivered Meals – (415) 473-4636 (60+, not driving, unable to complete 2+ADL/IADL(s)
Marin now offers Onedoor -onedoormarin.org - a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636
Transport (click to see details)
Transport (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress, to navigate information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email 457-INFO@marincounty.org
A Good Fairy partner - in some cases a good fairy may be the solution but we aren't a free taxi service and can't offer people with any kind of medical training so stress we may not be an appropriate choice for supporting those with physical challenges . Some fairies are also limited in their car capacity and physical ability to transport a wheel chair etc. All we can say is let us know your situation and we'll see what we can do. But as always we like to make sure you are aware of existing county services that might be your cup of tea! Have a look at the list below.
Marin Transit You can phone Marin Transit on 415 -454-0902 and ask for a personal travel navigator to discuss your situation and all their services. You and also email https://marintransit.org/travel-navigators .
Marin Transit Fare assistance
Marin Access - comprehensive travel support for people with disabilities
Marin Villages - ask about the rides covered by their membership fee.
Marin now offers Onedoor -onedoormarin.org - a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636
Shelter (click to see details)
Shelter (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress, to navigate information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email 457-INFO@marincounty.org .
Print out list of resources for folks curently homeless in Marin County
NEW from Ritter Center - medical outreach van https://sites.google.com/view/goodfairy/fairy-community/helpful-links
HOT - Marin County Homeless Outreach Team - Members of this HHS collaboration of county and non profit resources are listed below
Ritter Center (415) 457- 8182
Here are some additional resources.
Covia’s Front Porch/Home Match services – Good Fairy Sheila Womack heads up the Marin arm of Covia’s incredible non-profit outreach program. They can partner those with a house to share with those seeking housing and arrange for other in home services such as friendly calls. Like Good Fairy – everything they do is free of charge and they focus on attention to people as individuals, matching personalities/financial bandwith/ task offerings etc. Everyone in the program is background checked and arrangements are monitored on an ongoing basis to ensure everyone is happy. You can contact Sheila on 925-428-7904 and swomack@frontporch.net -don’t forget to say the fairies sent you !
Downtown Streets - see esp educational sheet - the truth about homelessness
Bloom -is a volunteer, non-profit organization in San Rafael that provides complimentary wardrobes to men, and women and children transitioning to a life of self-reliance. (Not walk in, you need to be referred to this wonderful place by social services. )
Street Chaplaincy - interfaith agency, compassionate care for unsheltered persons.
Ritter Center - (415) 457- 8182
North Marin Community Service - (415)-892-1643 and (415)-897-4147
For clothing - Bloom - here is their wish list if you can support them
If you are knowledgeable in the area and have ideas for links please suggest to team@goodfairy.org
Housing Resources
Housing Resources
Multi-agency Emergency Rent Assistance in Marin (these agencies working together during the COVID-19 shutdown
HHS Emergency Rental Assistance Program: 415-473-7191 -- please leave a message. HHS is now coordinating for all groups.
Ritter Center - (415) 457- 8182
North Marin Community Service - (415)-892-1643 and (415)-897-4147
Resources for Renter Help (non-financial)
Marin Tenants -- landlord letter templates and other resources
Fair Housing Advocates of Northern California - fair housing counseling services to homeowners and renters who have experienced discrimination based on their membership in a protected class
Legal Aid of Marin - Services around eviction defense, Habitability complaints, Tenant organizing (Tenant Associations) and education, Security deposit recovery, Homelessness prevention
Tenants Together - CA's only statewide renters' rights organization. Tenant Rights Hotline: (888) 495-8020 (does not provide advice on financial rental assistance)
California State of Emergency comes with CA housing protections: what to do if your landlord increases rent above 10% or above what they were charging before 2/10/2020
Marin County eviction protections are in place until June 30 for qualifying residential tenants
Other Housing Resources
Homeward Bound of Marin: Emergency shelter for families and individuals who are homeless
Homeowner Hardship Assistance: California Housing Finance Agency and HUD
If you are impacted by COVID-19 and eligible, these financial institutions may offer mortgage-payment forbearances of up to 90 days, which allow you to reduce or delay your monthly mortgage payment
For at least 90 days, if you are eligible, financial institutions may waive or refund qualifying mortgage-related late fees and other fees including early CD withdrawals
Financial institutions will not start any foreclosure sales or evictions for 60 days if you are impacted by COVID-19 and eligible
https://www.thezebra.com/ advise on insurance and lots more - recommended to us by Good Fairy Emily ..thank you!
Hiring a caregiver/finding a nursing facility (click to see details)
Hiring a caregiver/finding a nursing facility (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress, to navigate information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email 457-INFO@marincounty.org .
County funded in home care giving - getting approved. Aged and Adult Services is a program within IHSS who can consider your case and will decide what tasks you need help with and how many hours you are eligible for. Best place to start is their new screen in service, click here Live Long Live Well - you can enter information for yourself or others.
Covia’s Front Porch/Home Match services – could a house share be a good option for you, maybe you need a little help and want someone else around but don't need personal care giving? For some the solution may be to offer a room in their home with low rent in exchange for support - or you could move into a room in someone's home. Good Fairy Sheila Womack heads up the Marin arm of Covia’s incredible non-profit outreach program. They can partner those with a house to share with those seeking housing and arrange for other in home services such as friendly calls. Like Good Fairy – everything they do is free of charge and they focus on attention to people as individuals, matching personalities/financial bandwith/ task offerings etc. Everyone in the program is background checked and arrangements are monitored on an ongoing basis to ensure everyone is happy. You can contact Sheila on 925-428-7904 and swomack@frontporch.net -don’t forget to say the fairies sent you !
Some people don't qualify for county funded caregiver support as their income or assets are too high. There are three options to consider;
Private hire. Here is how to access a list of registered Marin Caregivers, these people are background checked and have received training,
Apply for an HCBA waiver. This is for those who now find their income is not sufficient to cover the amount of care they would need to hire privately in order to stay in their own home. If you or a loved one are at risk of residential skilled nursing care but would prefer to be cared for at home, you can apply for a home and community based waiver ...an HCBA waiver. The money can be used to pay a family member supporting the patient or outsourced help. In Marin, unlike all but 6 other counties in CA, you have to apply directly to the STATE for this. For details contact hotline 916-554-9214 and see details on the DHCS website . You need to be on Medi-Cal before applying.
If you don't qualify for Medi-Cal or have a very high premium your Dr can help you qualify for special eligibility due to the extent of your care needs. Details are here
Golden Gate Regional Center of Marin - these people can help clarify if you or a loved one are eligible for an extra level of services and support in Marin due to a sufficient developmental diagnosis. This is any disability that relates to intellectual challenges
Hiring - if you are eligible for funded caregiving, social services will generally give you about 5 names of approved caregivers and it's up to you to contact them, find one who is available and a good match. Once hired you need to document their hours to report back to IHSS but they pay them directly.
Access - a concierge service to help individuals with mental health challenges to navigate services
Need more names to find your hire? To get a list of pre screened Marin Caregivers registered by the public authority click here . These people can also advise on getting someone registered - screened and trained to be a paid for caregiver. Marin Homecare Association - lists all approved home care agencies in the county. Marin Center For Independent Living is another resource to explore, Please call Deb Howel 415 4596245 x 31 for details . She can match you to a carers which are more affordable, all approved. Here are more useful resource links , In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) (Medi-Cal REQUIRED) (IHSS) - (415) 473-4636, In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Share of Cost, CHCR Medi-Cal Share of Cost, Seniors at Home 415 4493700
How to Become/Find an IHSS care provider – IHSS Public Authority – (415) 499-1024, ext. 100. Often relatives can be paid to be care givers.
HHS Odyssey Outreach team for people at risk of homelessness
Hospice Support.
Onedoor - free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636 or email
Memory loss Patients
At home care for memory loss - JFCS runs the Skyview Day Club as part of their Seniors At Home Program. This a free Zoom Program M-F from 10-12. This is a warm and welcoming online community for people all along the memory loss spectrum. To find out more call 415 419 3608 or email Amy Takemoto on amyt@jfcs.org or Jen Tripathy at Jennifert@jfcs.org
Life Long Medical Day Center, Novato Day care for dementia patients (415) 897-6884
Residential care options
Buckelew services in Marin - residential group care. An alternative to in home support.
A Place For Mom - free concierge service to help you navigate residential facilities.
My Caring - similar to A Place for Mom. Here is their list of 23 assisted living options in Marin
Paying for senior care - understanding your options in Marin
Hospice Support.
Thank you Good Fairies Cat and Kaitlin who advised us on this information!
In-home and Assisted Living resources
In-home and Assisted Living resources
Marin Ombudsman - Assistance resolving problems for residents living in licensed assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. ( Federally mandated county program)
Marin Center For Independent Living Please call Debra Howel 415 4596245 x 31 for details . She can match you to a carers which are more affordable, all approved
Seniors at Home 415 4493700
Marin Homecare Association - lists all home care agencies in the county with approval
A Place for Mom - advisory service free of charge. Great resources for paid for options but also helpful to point low income folks in the right direction
Nursing Home/Assisted Living resources - coming
Companion Animal Resources
Companion Animal Resources
Pets in Need: emergency financial assistance for pet supplies and vet care.
Marin Humane Pet Safety Net program for pet supplies and care; Marin Humane Society for support with other animal needs.
RedRover grants for emergency vet care, pet supplies, emergency boarding and more
Marin now offers Onedoor -onedoormarin.org - a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636
Finding/buying/selling/donation stuff (click to see details)
Finding/buying/selling/donation stuff (click to see details)
Organizations who create fully-furnished homes for those in need (they accept donations and referrals for recipients)
Organizations who create fully-furnished homes for those in need (they accept donations and referrals for recipients)
Welcoming Home: https://welcominghome.org/
Make it Home Bay Area: https://www.makeithomebayarea.org/
Where to look online for free or bargain items
Where to look online for free or bargain items
eBay - Start selling on EBay guide
Moveit
Agencies including Ritter Center, Homeward Bound, Jewish Family Services, Adopt a family, Catholic Charities may help you depending on your circumstances and religious affiliations
Marin’s thrift stores – remember you can call them to ask what they have
Goodwill - Novato and San Rafael
Salvation Army - San Rafael - 415-454-7201
Hospice Hodgepog - Novato and San Rafael
West Marin Thrift Store - 415-663-9227
Tuesday Morning - Novato - (415) 898-6645
St Rita's - Fairfax - directions only
Magpie - Fairfax - (415) 258-0200
Encore Consignment Marin - San Rafael - (415) 456-7309
St Patrick's Thrift Store - Larkspur - (415) 924 0600
Home Consignment Center - San Rafael - (415) 924 6691
Lola's Depot - Fairfax, (415) 451-4973
Stella's Consignment - San Anselmo -· (415) 453-6191
Sax - San Anselmo - (415) 456-7655
Tiburon Thrift Shop - Tiburon - (415) 435-7605
Grace Thrift Shop - Fairfax - (628) 240-3152
A Dove Place Antiques - (415) 453-1490
Knimble - San Rafael - · (415) 454-4009
Bloom Marin - San Rafael - (415) 482-6077
Swan Dive - Corte Madera - (415) 927-3033
Diamonds In The Rough - Mill Valley - 415-388 7773
Marin Humane Thrift store - 415.459.5787
How to sell your possessions (See list above as for purchasing also)
How to sell your possessions (See list above as for purchasing also)
How to arrange for the sale of an entire estate
How to arrange for the sale of an entire estate
Health and mental health resources (click to see details)
Health and mental health resources (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress, to navigate information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email them at 457-INFO@marincounty.org
NEW from The Ritter Center - medical outreach van https://rittercenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Mobile-Health-Van-Ritter-Center-Final.pdf
Health links
Health links
Marin County Public Health COVID-19 hotline: 415-473-7191
Marin county Aging and Adult services' guide to online resources
HICAP - Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program
Health and Human Services Marin
Local Suicide Prevention Hotline: 415-499-1100
CA Peer-run warm-line 24/8 provided by the Mental Health Association of SF: 1-855-845-7415
Community Action Marin (CAM) warm-line 9am-midnight: 415-459-6330
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7): 1-800-273-8255
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Access Line: 1-888-818-1115
Medi-Cal: medical care through Medi-Cal and County Medical Services Program
Covered California extends heath insurance enrollment deadline through June. The deadline for enrollment was April 30, but it is extended through June 30 so that anyone who is uninsured and eligible can sign up
Update on Access to Health Care Immigrants and Their Families- National Immigration Law Center (NILC)
Center For Disease Control and Prevention Information on virus symptoms, how to protect home, workplace and commercials areas
Marin Community Clinic: urgent medical and behavioral appointments by phone: 415-448-1500
Marin City Health & Wellness Center: medical and behavior phone services
Marin Hearing Center: New No-Contact, Drop-off, Telehealth and Essential Hearing Healthcare Services Available
GoGoGrandparent (the elderly internet-free transportation service) now has prescription pick up services (fee) arranged by phone: 855-464-6872
From The Mesothelioma Center: Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods and fires, can damage asbestos-containing materials in ways that lead to asbestos exposure among first responders and cleanup crews but not many people are talking about it. See their educational guide here.
Find a Medicaid Planner / Determine Eligibility Status -- This form is intended only for seniors (65+) who are interested in Medicaid long term care services at home, in assisted living or in nursing homes.
Resources if You're Visually Impaired
Resources if You're Visually Impaired
Lighthouse https://lighthouse-sf.org/ 415-431-1481 services in CA offered via the California Dept of Rehabilitation https://dor.ca.gov/Home/Programs
The Be My Eyes app https://www.bemyeyes.com/. Phone help with practical tasks like reading labels and wider support.
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at (800) 273-8255
El Linea Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio es (888) 628-9594
Marin County mental health crisis hotline: 415-473-6666
The Trevor Project - suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) COVID 19 Resource and Information Guide -- includes phone support and online support communities
National Volunteer Phone Bank to support seniors isolated by COVID-19. Sign up a loved one to receive daily, weekly, etc calls from a vetted volunteer
The COVID19 Pro Bono Counseling Project is devoted to helping front-line healthcare workers impacted by COVID19 by providing free short-term tele-counseling during the COVID19 crisis
Wellify Teen, a Marin County nonprofit dedicated to supporting parents of teens with mental health struggles, has compiled listings of local mental health organizations and private practice therapists providing teletherapy on a sliding scale
Marin County, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services offers prevention and early intervention, suicide prevention and crisis services to all residents of Marin County: (415) 473-6666
Buckelew Programs, - including Helen Vine Center
How To Manage Stress and Prevent Addiction During the COVID-19 Pandemic from Elevate Rehab
Advice from Good Fairies who are (or have been) mental health practitioners
Advice from Good Fairies who are (or have been) mental health practitioners
Yvonne recommends: That Discomfort You're Feeling is Grief "Let yourself feel the grief and keep going."
Use the 'get help' section of our web site to request someone to talk to
Join our weekly Zoom 'Heart to Heart' with therapist Lynne Dixon, 5pm Mondays
Harm Reduction & Recovery Resources (Drugs & Alcohol)
Harm Reduction & Recovery Resources (Drugs & Alcohol)
Spanish & English COVID-19 Guide for people who use drugs and harm reduction programs created by: Higher Ground Harm Reduction, Reynolds Health Strategies, Harm Reduction Coalition, and Vital Strategies.
Addiction Center Treatment
Medical equipment
Medical equipment
Jacks Medical Supplies, San Anselmo
Nursing home /Assisted Living choices
Nursing home /Assisted Living choices
A Place For Mom - free concierge service - can advise on choices depending on financial and medical circumstances and location preferences . A Place for Mom advice for those looking at option with Medi-Cal. These websites may help you research other skilled nursing locations which typically Medi-Cal provides:
The site that has information about ratings and insurance being accepted is : http://health.usnews.com/best-nursing-homes/area/ca .
California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform-state visit information available here home page: Has list of facilities accepting Medi-Cal.
Medi-Cal - The direct Medi-Cal site 1-800-541-5555, but only open Monday-Friday.
Also useful - Nursing Home Compare Help from Medicare.
Kindred Nurse helpline - 24/7 Registered Nurse Help Line - call also on at 1-855-Kindred
Marin Ombudsman - 415- 473-7446 , free confidential services, assistance resolving problems for residents living in licensed assisted living and skilled nursing facilities
Grief (click to see details)
Grief (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress, to navigate information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email them at 457-INFO@marincounty.org .
Resources for grief in Marin - this google search shows a range of services from counselling to yoga
Hospice By the Bay - Support and counseling for anyone in the community coping with loss due to the death of a loved one. Professional counselors offer individual counseling and support groups for all ages. (415) 526-5699 , griefsupport@hbtb.org
Marin County Grief Counseling hotline -415 499 1195 - free 24 hr support from buckelew.org
Our Lady of Loretto Church - 415 897-2171 x 226 - ask for Sister Jeanete Lombardi
Community Action Marin Warm Line - 415- 459- 6330 - 9am to midnight 7 days a week
Marin County mental health crisis hotline: 415-473-6666 ( or of course you can call 911)
Advice from Good Fairies who are (or have been) mental health practitioners
Advice from Good Fairies who are (or have been) mental health practitioners
Yvonne recommends: That Discomfort You're Feeling is Grief "Let yourself feel the grief and keep going."
Articles on dealing with grief - a google search
Let us know if you have resources to add her - email penny@goodfairy.org
General mental health resources
General mental health resources
Marin county Aging and Adult services' guide to online resources
HICAP - Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program
Health and Human Services Marin
Local Suicide Prevention Hotline: 415-499-1100
CA Peer-run warm-line 24/8 provided by the Mental Health Association of SF: 1-855-845-7415
Community Action Marin (CAM) warm-line 9am-midnight: 415-459-6330
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7): 1-800-273-8255
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Access Line: 1-888-818-1115
Marin City Health & Wellness Center: medical and behavior phone services
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at (800) 273-8255
El Linea Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio es (888) 628-9594
Wellify Teen, a Marin County nonprofit dedicated to supporting parents of teens with mental health struggles, has compiled listings of local mental health organizations and private practice therapists providing teletherapy on a sliding scale
Marin County, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services offers prevention and early intervention, suicide prevention and crisis services to all residents of Marin County: (415) 473-6666
Resources for low income/single parents (click to see details)
Resources for low income/single parents (click to see details)
Marin Childcare Counsel - 415 4721092, including section on paying for childcare
Gilead House - 415- 895- 5575
Single Mom Assistance - listing San Rafael org to assist single parents
CalWorks - call to see if you are eligible 415 473 3400
Wellify Teen, a Marin County nonprofit dedicated to supporting parents of teens with mental health struggles, has compiled listings of local mental health organizations and private practice therapists providing teletherapy on a sliding scale
Marin County, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services offers prevention and early intervention, suicide prevention and crisis services to all residents of Marin County: (415) 473-6666
Postpartum support center: help for new parents, including supplies from the Marin Diaper Bank. Please see Postpartumsc.org for more information or call peer support line at 415-320-6707. They offer the following services:
Maternal Mental Health Peer Support Services: support line, peer counseling, support groups
ROSE (Reach Out Stay Strong Essentials for mothers of newborns): a program that prevents postpartum depression
Marin Diaper Bank: provides free diapers and other basic necessities to local children in need
PPSC provides information, resources, referrals, self-screening mental health assessments, and advocacy.
NB - ask Good Fairy for a reading/entertainment buddy for your child - we can do phone calls/zoom sessions for an hour once or twice a week
Money/rent (click to see details)
Money/rent (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress that when navigating information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email 457-INFO@marincounty.org
Rent Assistance. Marin County Rent Assistance Program
- Need help making a request? Please email Rental Assistance, or call (415) 473-2223. Requests for disability accommodations may be made by phoning (415) 473-2223 (Voice), CA Relay 711 or by email. Please do not call the line more than once, as it slows down the process. Staff will be available to assist applicants who do not have access to a computer or smart phone, or need additional assistance.
- NB: When you request assistance, your landlord will also be asked to complete a short registry. Both parties need to complete their respective application in order to move forward with assistance. Some people are concerned they will be evicted if their landlord is made aware they are struggling financially, but by law a tenant cannot be harassed, evicted or denied future housing for requesting assistance.
Help based on religious affiliation options include;
Location-based emergency grant resources
Location-based emergency grant resources
KPFA 94.1 - list of Bay Area Mutual Aid resources including Bay Area Mutual Aid map
SGVCC emergency relief for San Geronimo Valley and Nicasio residents
West Marin Community Services emergency relief for West Marin residents (Dillon Beach, Inverness, Marshall, Olema, Point Reyes Station, and Tomales)
Bolinas Land Trust emergency relief for Bolinas, Stinson, and Muir Beach residents
San Rafael Mutual Aid
Financial and other relief resources
Financial and other relief resources
Community Action Marin (415) 526-7500, can include help for ad hoc unexpected costs Search Results
Marin Business Banking is working with the Marin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the SBA indirectly to assist with anyone and everyone who needs guidance with the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and the Payroll Protection Plan (PPP). Contact Hamish (415-723-4493) for more information.
SOS Electric -- Offering free emergency services for seniors by Ronaldo Silveria
CalWORKS: Cash aid for individuals with children under age 18
Medi-Cal: medical care through Medi-Cal and County Medical Services Program
General Relief: Cash Assistance for individuals over 18 with no children and with no or limited resources
Jewish Family and Children's Services: JFSC Bay Area Critical Help Line is 415-449-3700. Urgent home health care, meal and grocery delivery, and virtual Safe At Home calls to isolated seniors and those with disabilities; No-interest loans and grants to help individuals, families, and small businesses through this crisis; Expert advice and counseling for anyone in need of mental health services, including children and teens
Resource Chart for employers and workers affected by COVID-19
Institute on Aging for help organizing and overseeing finances
One-time disaster relief assistance for undocumented Californians impacted by COVID-19, who are ineligible for most other forms of pandemic assistance
National Resources for Domestic/Sexual Violence Survivors, as well as other financial aid and worker resources
Recursos Sobre La Pandemia del Coronavirus - Español/Spanish (para trabajadores de hogar)
Federal student loan payment suspension and interest waivers
Emergency resources for young people in/from foster care
Resources for service workers (restaurant, delivery, tipped)
Restaurant Workers Community Foundation COVID-19 relief fund
Marin Community Resource Guide -- Marin resources for care, health, education, legal, emergency, food, housing, money, and transit help or information
The California Department of Education has guidance on support for students, including:
Wednesday's Gift - this wonderful group will consider request for help, often they can give a one off grant of $500
Companion Animal Resources
Companion Animal Resources
Pets in Need: emergency financial assistance for pet supplies and vet care.
Marin Humane Pet Safety Net program for pet supplies and care; Marin Humane Society for support with other animal needs.
RedRover grants for emergency vet care, pet supplies, emergency boarding and more
Misc. Aid Resources
Misc. Aid Resources
Marin County Emergency PopUp Child Care program for essential workers
The Worker’s Guide: Your Rights During the Coronavirus (California-based)
Food service workers (prospective or current): free ServSafe trainings available until April 30
Freelancers Union: What freelancers need to know about coronavirus
Forgivable loans for nonprofit and small business payroll protection and more; Nonprofit guide to CARES Act; Small Business owner guide to CARES Act
Marin SBDC offering resources and free CARES act consultations to small businesses
Marin Legal Aid COVID-19 resources
CA LGBTQ+ COVID-19 Help Center and Hotline: 323-448-0126
Help with taxes
AARP Tax Aide Marin. Visit, http://www.aarp.org/taxaide, Email marintaxaide@gmail.com or check out this link for re support by town from Marin library service. Free, one on one, confidential income tax counseling & tax return preparation service by volunteers for low & middle income taxpayers who file basic income tax forms. When? Volunteer tax counselors are available from Feb. 1st until April 15th at our listed locations.
H and R Block - paid for service , call 1 800 472-5625
Handy tips on taxes - check lists and predictor from H and R Block
Turbo Tax - simple software which is free at federal level but has a small charge for state taxes.
Retirement planning
Retireguide - health and wealth , info and research on retirement issues
Marin now offers Onedoor -onedoormarin.org - a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636
Lifelong Learning (click to see details)
Lifelong Learning (click to see details)
The Good Fairies at Health and Human Services Marin have asked us to stress, to navigate information on resources and services specifically for older adults (persons 60+), persons with disabilities and family caregivers, you are always welcome to call 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email 457-INFO@marincounty.org
Marin now offers Onedoor -onedoormarin.org - a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636
End of life planning (click to see details)
End of life planning (click to see details)
Key forms - these are the least expensive, least cumbersome ways to cope with some end of life planning. Ideal for uncomplicated situations. Beyond this, please consult an attorney/legalaid. Let us know if you don't have access to a printer, we can print a document and bring it to you, . Where witnesses are required, remember Good Fairies will be happy to assist.
Marin Legal Aid COVID-19 resources
State of California Statutory Will form ( The purpose of this form is to make things simple for those who do not have a lot of assets. If your situation is more complex, please consult an attorney.
Retirement
Retire Guide - health and wealth , info and research on retirement issues
Care after someone has passed away.
Marin County Coroner - 415-473-6043
List of funeral and cremation services providers in Marin -click here
These include:
Monte's Chapel of the Hills in San Anselmo , www.monteschapelofthehills.com 415-453-8440. (A shout out for Brian Hood from here who has been most kind wiht help and advise on a couple of Good Fairy projects.)
Mount Tamalpais Cemetery and Mortuary, San Rafael, www.mt-tam.com, 415 459-2500
Keaton's Mortuary in San Rafael and their Redwood Chapel of Marin in Novato www.dignitymemorial.com on 415-4353-0571
Neptune Society Northern California in Novato, www.neptune-society.com/location/marin-county-ca, 415-898-1868 or 877-333-8930
Valley Memorial Park and Funeral Home, Novato www.valleymemorialpark.com, 415-897-9609
Two companies recommended by several fairies who offer especially affordable options are Tulip and Fernwood. Tulip www.tulipcremation.com on 844-942-4909 24/7 ,and . Fernwood www.fernwood.com, on 415-843-4220
Other ideas
Services that can make remains into a diamond/jewelry /art Jewelry Keepsakes, Eternava , Spirit Pieces,
Donate body to science. This one is based in Stanford, https://med.stanford.edu/anatomy/donate.html 650-723-2404. And here is another, again their gratitude for the donation covers the cost of everything from body pick up to cremation - ScienceCare.com, ( 0800-417-3747),
A few legal things fyi
It is not legal to bury a loved one on private groud in CA
It is legal to scatter ashes by boat or from air in CA but remains must be removed from casket first
To scatter ashes on public or private land you need to seek permission from the landowner
Marin now offers Onedoor -onedoormarin.org - a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636
Local community and news links (click to see details)
Local community and news links (click to see details)
Marin Reopening
Marin Reopening
Marin Recovers - new website with information on reopening plans ( developed by HHS and the Public Information Officer)
Business links
Business links
Marin businesses - Open during shelter-in-place order
Shop locally-made masks
Shop locally-made masks
Marin Masks (find multiple Marin mask-makers)
Local communities
Local communities
Marin City, Town, and Unincorporated Areas find the direct link for your city, town, or unincorporated area.
Marin Villages, covering Mill Valley, Novato, Ross Valley, San Rafael, Tiburon and Twin Cities.
Marin Community Resource Guide -- Marin resources for care, health, education, legal, emergency, food, housing, money, and transit help or information.
Age Friendly San Anselmo volunteers: https://www.townofsananselmo.org/1372/Age-Friendly-Emergency-Resources
San Rafael Neighbor-to-Neighbor Toolkit
Local News Resources
Local News Resources
Religion/Spiritual/Meditation (click to see details)
Religion/Spiritual/Meditation (click to see details)
Marin Virtual Meditation, Spirituality, & Religion Resources
Marin Virtual Meditation, Spirituality, & Religion Resources
Online Entertainment (click to see details)
Online Entertainment (click to see details)
Activity and Entertainment Resources
Activity and Entertainment Resources
Marin County Free Library -- ebooks, digital magazines & news, streaming movies & TV, streaming music, online homework help, learn a language, online research, and local history online.
Hoopla (www.hoopladigital.com) free streaming service with your library card.
No waitlists – everything is instantly available.
Watch up to 8 movies a month. Most movies check out for 3 days
Works on most devices, either through a browser or apps available for iOS, Android, Chromecast, Apple TV, Roku & Fire TV.
Access to Hoopla is free with your library card. Restrictions apply based on your home address.
Kanopy (https://www.kanopy.com/en/) free streaming service with your library card.
No waitlists – everything is instantly available.
Watch up to 8 movies a month. Most movies check out for 3 days
Works on most devices, either through a browser or apps available for iOS, Android, Chromecast, Apple TV, Roku & Fire TV.
Access to Kanopy is free with your library card. Restrictions apply based on your home address.
Marin movie theater streams -- support local business while streaming new films (fee)
Christopher B Smith Rafael Film Center: $12 tickets
The Lark: $12 tickets
Live Streaming Feeds of animals and beautiful places from around the world
Muttville hands-free meets/handoffs for senior dog foster/adoption
Goat 2 Meeting -- virtual tour with the Sweet Farm Animal Ambassadors (free for schools)
List of things to do while sheltering in place from Marin Villages (links to virtual theater, music, museums, and more)
Slack for academics to coordinate on remote teaching
Hoopla digital: free books, audio books, movies with library card
Headspace is offering free meditations on their website and on their app
(Headspace Plus is available for free to US healthcare professionals through 2020)
Resources especially for kids, parents, and caregivers
Resources especially for kids, parents, and caregivers
KQED at home learning response: KQED is broadcasting a California state standards-aligned educational television schedule, regardless of access to internet or computers. TK-3rd grade from 6:00 - 8:00 am, 4th-8th grades from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, and 9th-12th grades from 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Resources for parents or caregivers with children for shelter in place
Morphonix: Award-Winning Brain Games, Apps, & Music for Kids
Online Games
Online Games
Exercise and Movement Resources
Exercise and Movement Resources
Yoga with Adriene on Youtube - always free online
CorePower Yoga Class Pack - free online classes during this time
YogaWorks - free online classes during this time
Barry’s Bootcamp - free on Instagram Live at 6AM, 9AM, and 12PM PDT (9AM, 12PM, 3PM EDT).
Rumble Boxing - free on Instagram Live at 9AM EST. Workouts saved on IGTV
Breath & Beats - virtual yoga class with beats hosted by Oakland yoga teacher Bekah Andrew, Fridays from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., followed by a DJ dance party.
Marin outdoors (click to see details)
Marin outdoors (click to see details)
One Tam - includes interactive park access map
Town by town resources (click to see details)
Town by town resources (click to see details)
Age Friendly Marin - all towns
Marin Villages - multiple towns (membership fee)
Marin joins global network of Age Friendly communities - aims to make Marin more liveable for all ages
The Elks - (415)453-1108 , San Rafael Lodge covers all of Marin. Find out all about the Elks here
The Lions Club - kindness in action across Marin. Look up your local club.
Marin Sanitary Service - all towns - check for curbside pick ups, free large item pick ups ...they may do more than you think :0)
Curbside pickup - when is your day?
Marin now offers Onedoor -onedoormarin.org - a free service to help you locate services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in Marin - call 415 473 - 4636
Corte Madera
Corte Madera Help Line, through the city -- Call 415.991.4040
Corte Madera Disaster Relief Fund (offering grants to Corte Madera businesses in need)
Fairfax
Fairfax Food Pantry (offering pre-bagged food every Saturday)
Fairfax 1 to 1 Volunteering Program (matches volunteers with those in need, sign up on website)
Mill Valley
Community Healing Center (non-profit offering therapy) -- sign up by calling 457-info
Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Fund (apply if you are a small business in need of financial support, $1000 grants are being given)
Novato
Homeward Bound of Marin (main provider for homeless individuals and families in shelters)
Marin Community Foundation (helping those in need of cash assistance, providing many other resources on their website)
Family Works Counseling (still offering family counseling services)
Ross
Ross Volunteers (Offering services to Ross residents such as grocery shopping) Email emasterson@townofross.org.
San Anselmo
Age Friendly San Anselmo Volunteers (Volunteers matched with those in need 65+)
San Rafael
Marin Clinic (urgent appointments offered)
ExtraFood (working with restaurants to provide meals to families/those in need, based in San Rafael, but providing to all of Marin)
Salvation Army Pop-Up Pantry The Street Chaplaincy (providing meals to unsheltered people every week)
JFCS (high risk clients are first priority, working to create disaster relief plans)
Canal Alliance (has hotlines on their website, developing resources to help those in need)
Legal Aid Marin (currently focused on educating affected on renters’ rights and workers’ rights)
Ceres Community Project (providing meals to the community, in need of donated masks)
Whistlestop (meal delivery plans are continuing, spots are available in their Nourish program.
Buckelew (suicide hotline for those in distress, volunteers are also needed) based in San Rafael
Adopt a Family of Marin (providing financial assistance to those in need, call and leave message)
Marin Child Care Council (providing childcare to essential workers, also offering “drive-by” food and supply pick-ups)
American Red Cross Marin (providing meals and trying to partner with hotels to get rooms)
Multicultural Center of Marin (food pantry every Saturday 8:30 - 10:00 AM)
San Rafael Neighbor-to-Neighbor Toolkit (offering tips and resources for SR residents)
Center for Domestic Peace (is still offering help via their 24-hour hotline) -- Call 415-924-6616.
Las Galinas Lions in Marinwood/San Rafael, (offering services to residents in need)
The Elks - The Marin Lodge is in San Rafael but covers all of Marin.
Sausalito/Marin City
People’s Inter-City Fellowship (providing food to the community once a week) Marin City
Marin City Community Services District (providing deliveries to seniors, helping families) -- encourage individuals to call 415-332-1441 to register for services
Sausalito Village (offering technical help, grocery and medical deliveries. In need of vetted volunteers)
Tiburon/Belvedere
Tiburon Police’s You Are Not Alone Program (police personnel will call you or a family member/friend in need every morning to check in) Sign up or request a welfare check by calling (415) 789-2801
West Marin
West Marin Community Services (providing food, emergency financial assistance, and hotel vouchers to those in need)
Tomales Emergency Response Network (organizing remote wellness checks by phone and online, coordinating with other emergency response groups to develop plans)
VERG (Valley Emergency Readiness Group), San Geronimo (delivering meals in West Marin)
West Marin Senior Services (volunteers assisting seniors, group is in need of more volunteers)
Bolinas Mutual Aid (Facebook group for residents of Bolinas only, offering resources to those in need)
Emergency Preparedness (click to see details)
Emergency Preparedness (click to see details)
The difference between being prepared and being FAIRY prepared for disaster is twofold. It means you are PROACTIVE in being aware of county resources and advice and have a plan and the resources you need in place to cope with disaster such as fire, earthquake, flood, zombie apocalypse etc. Secondly it means being proactive in ensuring your neighbors have done so too. And if they haven't help them to get there. This doesn't mean you necessarily need to BE the solution during disaster for them, rather you need to point them to the resources that can help them and encourage, facilitate, bully, bribe, remind or cajole them to get there. Don't let fear of how they will react or fear that they will expect too much of you to once stop you having that conversation. Your knowledge and encouragement can save lives.
Health and Human Services Marin ll 415-457-INFO (415-457-4636) or email 457-INFO@marincounty.org
Wildfire Resource Guide - House of Representatives
Also check for resources on your town site and your area's fire department
The Marin Center for Independent Living's Powered and Prepared program is a key starting point for older adults and people with disabilities. .
1) Powered - a power solution for essential powered medical equipment
2) Prepared - support you would need to plan for and execute evacuation in disaster
From Fire Safe Marin: STEPS TO GETTING SET:
From Fire Safe Marin: STEPS TO GETTING SET:
Register for Alert Marin at www.alertmarin.org to ensure you receive evacuation notifications. Help your elderly neighbors register.
Create a Wildfire Action Plan that includes evacuation planning for your home, family, and pets. https://www.firesafemarin.org/evacuation/action-plan.
Assemble an Emergency Supply Kit for each person in your household. https://www.firesafemarin.org/evacuation/go-kit.
Fill out a Family Communication Plan that includes important evacuation and contact information. https://www.firesafemarin.org/images/documents/resources/evac/Family_Comm_Plan_508_20150820.pdf.
Check your Fire Insurance, and make sure your policy is up to date.
When wildfire strikes or weather conditions are extreme, use our Evacuation Checklist to prepare for evacuation before its too late.
When a fire is burning nearby, review these checklists:
OUTSIDE CHECKLIST
These steps should be taken well in advance of the fire when possible:
Gather up flammable items from the exterior of the house and bring them inside (e.g., patio furniture, children's toys, door mats, etc.) or place them in your pool.
Turn off propane tanks.
Don't leave sprinklers on or water running - they can waste critical water pressure best reserved for firefighters.
Leave exterior lights on.
Back your car into the driveway. Shut doors and roll up windows.
Have a ladder available. Leave it where firefighters can find it easily.
Patrol your property and extinguish all small fires until you leave.
Seal attic and ground vents with pre-cut plywood or commercial seals if time permits.
Place pets in carriers.
INSIDE CHECKLIST
Shut all windows and doors, leaving them unlocked.
Remove flammable window shades and curtains and close metal shutters.
Remove lightweight curtains, close blinds and shutters.
Move flammable furniture to the center of the room, away from windows and doors.
Shut off gas at the meter if you have time. Turn off pilot lights.
Leave your lights on so firefighters can see your house under smoky conditions.
Shut off the air conditioning.
Learn more at www.firesafemarin.org/preparedness,
Ways to help (click to see details)
Ways to help (click to see details)
Ways to help....
Ways to help....
Whistlestop - Volunteers are needed by Whistlestop to grocery shop for homebound older adults on Tuesday mornings. Meet at 9am - 11am to get lists. You will not be delivering, just shopping. Please email Lvermont@whistlestop.org for the application or for additional information.
CVNL San Rafael Food Distribution Family pair volunteer opp - we need 5 teams to start next Tuesday July 7th. Contact ann.bauer@cityofsanrafael.org
Restaurants and responders - Good Fairy donations getting good eats to good people
Marin Community Foundation's COVID-19 Fund is accepting donations & providing focused local support in the areas of emergency rental assistance, access to food, and specialized services for older adults and people with disabilities. The fund supports many local nonprofits including Adopt a Family of Marin, Ritter Center, Community Action Marin, SF-Marin Food Bank, Whistlestop, and more.
Support+Feed donation at the Corte Madera Veggie Grill -- buy meals for frontline responders and vulnerable communities (while supporting local business)
Seed Releaf: partnering with restaurants and local farms to feed community members affected by COVID-19.
Join the Good Fairy mask making team in making masks for our community
Food Bank Volunteering opportunities
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