Voices

For years, Vivalon’s special luncheons have been a place to mark the seasons with holiday meals, familiar traditions, and moments of celebration shared around the table. In 2026, we’re building on that sense of connection in a new way by introducing a Special Luncheon Art Series that brings food, music, and visual art together into […]

As we reflect on the past year, we’re grateful for the people, partnerships, and shared commitment that make Vivalon’s work possible every day. Every ride, every meal, every class, and every friendly conversation reflects a simple promise at the heart of our mission: no one should age alone.    Our 2024–2025 Gratitude Report offers a snapshot of what that promise looks like

How community connection—and one woman’s story—shine a light on what’s at stake    Across Marin County, older adults are struggling with meeting their basic needs more than ever before. Rising costs, reduced federal support, and increasing isolation are creating challenges that no one should have to navigate alone—especially not our older neighbors who have spent a lifetime contributing to our community.    At Vivalon,

As we gather with family, friends, and neighbors this Thanksgiving, we are reminded of the countless ways gratitude shows up at Vivalon—through acts of kindness, words of encouragement, meals shared, rides given, classes taught, and moments of connection that brighten someone’s day.   Every corner of our community is touched by people who care deeply.

Gerry Shannon has been a volunteer Meals on Wheels driver with Vivalon for four years. When he began, he didn’t realize how lonely many older neighbors could be—or how much one warm meal and a friendly knock could mean.   Before volunteering, Gerry spent 33 years as a San Francisco firefighter. He found deep satisfaction

For over 50 years, Vivalon has helped older adults and individuals with mobility challenges get where they need to go—safely, affordably, and with dignity. Today, our commitment to health and independence continues with Vivalon Rides for Health, a comprehensive transportation program that connects people to critical services, social opportunities, and everyday errands across Marin and

National Estate Planning Awareness Week | October 20–26    When Barb’s husband passed away, she found herself sorting through stacks of paperwork—accounts to close, insurance to track down, decisions to make. “I just kept thinking, I wish we had talked about this sooner,” she recalls.  A year later, Barb met with a local estate planner,

“You don’t look your age.” Most of us have heard that phrase before—maybe even said it ourselves. It’s often meant as a compliment, but it carries an assumption: that looking younger is somehow better.   That subtle message is one example of ageism—the stereotypes, prejudices, and discrimination we face based on age. Ageism doesn’t just

Valeria remembers what it felt like to leap out of bed with energy and purpose. As a national track and field champion in Bolivia, she once lived in a body that felt limitless. Movement was her joy and her freedom.   But by the time she was seventy-six, everything had changed. Rheumatoid arthritis left her

Through a growing number of collaborations, Vivalon is bridging generations and building mutual respect, learning, and connection between students and older adults. From high school tech tutors to nursing students and graduate-level therapy interns, these relationships prove that when generations come together, community is deepened and everyone benefits.   High School Students: Bridging Generations and