Help us Create Marina's Future
The City of Marina cares about your opinion. On April 15, 2021, the City Council will be hosting a Community Listening Session from 6 pm to 9 pm. Take the Community Priorities Survey.
The City of Marina cares about your opinion. Please take a couple of minutes and complete the Community Priorities Survey. On April 15, 2021, the City Council will be hosting a Community Listening Session from 6 pm to 9 pm. This meeting will be held on Zoom at the information below.
Join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82099355604
Or Telephone:1 669 900 9128, ID: 820 9935 5604
In addition to attending the meeting and providing your input, the City is also asking for community feedback on priorities that are important to you. Please take the short Community Priorities Survey.
Thinking About the MST?
‘Thinking About Transit with MST’ is a monthly ZOOM event that is available to anyone interested in learning about MST’s Mobility Programs or perhaps there are questions about how to navigate public transportation in Monterey County?
Please join Lesley van Dalen on the first Monday of each month at 10:00am on Zoom (Click Here to Join On Zoom)
Weekly free meal for the unsheltered & all those in need
Abraham's Tent Interfaith Soup Kitchen will distribute its weekly free meal for the unsheltered & all those in need every Thursday between 4:30-5:30 pm at Epiphany Lutheran & Episcopal Church, 425 Carmel Avenue, Marina.
Abraham's Tent is a Program of Jews Christians & Muslims United. The organization's mission is to build and strengthen the understanding and ties between these religious communities through social justice programs, including feeding the homeless, as well as social and educational activities
Free Day Pass to Vaccinated Riders
For every passenger who has received their COVID vaccination, they can receive a MST FREE Day Pass!
For additional information, please call 888-MST-BUS1 (888.678.2871).
MST’s customer service offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:45pm; and closed during lunch hours.
Have You Checked out the Friends of the Marina Library?
The Friends of the Marina Library will be having a
Bookstore Sidewalk Sale
330 Reservation Road
Saturday, April 17, 10am-2pm. No early birds, please
A wide variety of children and adult book genres, CDs, DVDs.
Completely new inventory-no repeats from previous sales.
Cash, check or debit/credit card
Debit/credit card minimum purchase is $5
All Shoppers Must Wear Masks AND Maintain Social Distancing.
Sponsored by: The Friends of the Marina Library
Sign up for the newsletter to find out more.
Santa Cruz Senior Without Limits Virtual Program Open to Marina Seniors
The Seniors Without Limits—a Santa Crus based virtual recreation program for seniors—. has partnered with Marina Recreation Department. Now, residents of Marina can participate in their virtual classes. To view the weekly calendar click here.
SENIOR GUIDANCE.ORG
SeniorGuidance.org provides comprehensive resources on various senior living options, including: assisted living facilities, senior living communities, nursing homes, independent living communities, continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) and all other long term senior care options, including memory care such as Alzheimer's or Dementia.
Gentle Yoga Flow on Tuesdays
Monterey Bay Moves will present a gentle 30-min Yoga Flow every Tuesday at 12:05 PM on Zoom. The entire community is welcome.
Cultivate your sense of well-being by practicing a blend of traditional yoga poses and breath work at lunchtime. In this class, we will explore connecting our breath, mind, and body. All are welcome even if you have never done yoga before!
For any questions or additional
information, contact us at
or
visit
Password: marina
Senior Connect
Monterey County Behavioral Health hosts Senior Connect every Thursday at 11:00 AM from 2/11/2021 - 3/18/2021 on Zoom. There is no registration or fees. For Zoom link and more information visit their website.
LEGAL RESOURCES
Legal Resources and Considerations for Seniors and Persons with Special Needs Offered by Just Great Lawyers
COVID-19 RESOURCES
Covid 19 Resources For Older Adults is offered by the National Council on Aging
FALL PREVENTION
From Minor to Major: The Complete Guide to Home Modifications to Prevent Seniors From Falling
More Resources
Guides
Financial
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Financial Assistance, Costs and Payment Options for Eldercare in California
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Financial Assistance & Funding Options for Assisted Living / Senior Living
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Health Care Costs in Retirement
Advance Health Care Planning Workshops
During COVID-19 Hospice Giving Foundation is offering free daily online Advance Health Care Planning workshops. Workshops will be offered M-W-F at noon; Tu-Th at 5:30 PM. In these interactive 45-minute sessions, workshop attendees will learn how to access, complete and formalize their wishes using an Advance Health Care Directive.
Califonia's Governor Gavin Newsom has created a hotline for Seniors to call in questions or concerns. The number is provided below:
1-833-544-2374
Click here to read about it
California For All Information Guide on COVID-19
Governor’s Office, the California Department of Aging, and AARP CA partnered to launch the California For All resource card, a FREE, one-stop information guide.
The resource card is a centerpiece of the “Stay Home. Save Lives. Check In.” campaign, which urges all Californians to help combat social isolation and food insecurity by checking in on vulnerable neighbors with a call, a text, or a “physically-distanced” knock on the door.
The card is also available electronically, and it can be DOWNLOADED HERE. A Spanish and Chinese language digital card will be available this week.
Video Demonstration on how to properly disinfect groceries
Marina Sr. Association at a Glance
We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact on all of our pursuits.
Mission Statement
We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact on all of our pursuits.
Here at Marina Senior Association, we are driven by a single goal; to do our part in making the world a better place for all. The Marina Senior Center is a fun, safe, healthy environment and affordable program where all seniors can participate. We offer a variety of recreational opportunities for the seniors of Marina and our surrounding communities.
The Marina Senior Center is open to adults ages 55 and up. Our doors open from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm on Monday through Friday. We are closed on weekends and holidays.
Contact Marina Senior Association
211 Hillcrest Ave, Marina, CA 93955
Phone: 831-884-1278