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You need to know Communities offers the program in partnership with Vivalon and Novato Independent elders. Check other Marin communities for similar pro- grams. 415-485-3000, srpd.org/tele- phone-reassurance-program DISASTER PREPAREDNESS Alert Marin All fire and law enforcement agen- cies in Marin County use Alert Marin to notify residents about emergen- cies and announce evacuation and shelter-in-place orders. Register your phone number and address, and you'll receive alerts on your phone. alertmarin.org Emergencies Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies, and you'll reach a dispatcher who will take steps to help with your immediate need. To report an emergency in Marin County by mobile phone, call 415- 472-0911. For needs that are not urgent, call the office of your local law enforcement agency. Ready Marin This program offers training to teach people to take care of themselves if a disaster strikes and gives advice on planning ahead. readymarin.org. ENRICHMENT AND FITNESS Emeritus Students College of Marin ESCOM offers clubs, discounted classes, library privileges and social activities, virtually and at its Kentfield and Novato campuses and other locations. Membership is free, but donations of $15 annually are encouraged. Kentfield: 415-485- 9652; Indian Valley: 415-457-8811, extension 8322, escom.marin.edu Margaret Todd Senior Center The Margaret Todd Senior Center in partnership with the Novato Inde- pendent Elders Program offers a wide range of enrichment and social activities and wellness and outreach programs. Among them are bridge, bocce ball, coloring group, a senior produce market, blood pressure clin- ics and a yard maintenance program. A $40 membership fee is required, and financial assistance is available. Current COVID-19 protocols apply. novatoseniors.org Marin County Free Library Download audio books, stream mov- ies, learn a language, take part in a discussion and get museum and park passes from the Marin County Free Library. Library Beyond Walls offers free delivery of materials by mail for individuals who can't visit in person. Masks are recommended for in-per- son visits. Contact your local branch or go to marinlibrary.org Osher Lifelong Learning Institute OLLI, at Dominican University in San Rafael, stimulates the mind with non- credit liberal arts courses, lectures, clubs and workshops for adults over 50 who are members. Summer classes include Understanding Abstract Art, on Zoom and Theodore Roosevelt's Please see GUIDE, Page 20 GUIDE: Support, nutrition, enrichment opportunities for seniors in the region Continued from Page 18 ExpandyourlifewithMarinVillages! Accesstoengagingprograms,volunteerhelpwhen needed,andsupportduringchallengingtimes. Allwhilelivingintheplaceyoualreadycallhome. Tofindoutmore,visit marinvillages.org or call (415) 457-4633 Mount Tamalpais Mortuary • Cemetery Mausoleum • Crematory "Everything in one place" Phone (415) 459-2500 | Fax (415) 459-5864 2500 Fifth Ave. • San Rafael, CA 94901 CR205 | FD1410 | COA432 • Serving Marin County since 1879 Funerals | Cremations Pre-arrangements with fixed prices Serving all Faiths Call us for your Price Quote www.mt-tam.com • info@mt-tam.com A Marketing Supplement of the Marin Independent Journal | marinij.com Senior Living June 5, 2022 19