A Miracle March Downpour?
Hello everyone, 

 It’s been quite the dry January and February (44 days without rain)! Will we get any rainfall to speak of in March? It would be a marvelous miracle! Let’s hope it happens. Event topics this month range from healthy eating and good nutrition to Alzheimer’s disease. Or join us for breakfast or lunch—Ross Valley Seniors will be meeting in person! Also check out the offerings at our fabulous local library and sign up to get the Town of Fairfax’s weekly newsletter. Hope to see you in person or online soon! May your March be merry. 


The Age Friendly Fairfax Task Force: Jody Timms, Barbara Coler, Susan A. Brandborg, Francie Bedinger, Anne Mannes, Jessica Price,
and Jackie Engstrom. 
Aging in Fairfax, everybody's doing it!
Upcoming Events:

March 3:  Commission on Aging
March 3:  Ross Valley Seniors
March 16: Breakfast with Friends
March 23: Age Friendly Marin Forum
March 25: Age Friendly Fairfax Task Force Meeting
Marin County Commission on Aging

March 3, 10-11am

“Alzheimer’s Disease: Causes and Consequences.” When we can’t recall a name or remember where our keys are, many of us worry that it may be an early sign of dementia. However, few people truly understand the signs and causes of Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Investigating the physical changes in the brain provides a better understanding of the causes of dementia, possible inheritance patterns, and ways to maximize the health of our brains and hopefully minimize the chances of memory loss. By attending, participants will: hear about the types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s and Vascular Dementia, gain more knowledge of the causes of dementia and why changes in the brain lead to a wide range of symptoms, and learn methods to enhance brain health and memory. Presenter: Dr. Patsy Harvey, OD, MPH, Clinical Professor at the University of California at Berkeley, School of Optometry and Vision Science.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85661690388?pwd=TFVNSWJvdWFKOUJONElRNnBSQTlVZz09 

Meeting ID: 856 6169 0388   Passcode: 797332   
Call-In: 1+(669) 900-6833 
Ross Valley Seniors

March 3, 11-2pm
Celebrate National Nutrition Month with a Healthy Cooking Demonstration with Nutrition Tips provided by Karen Arnold, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. The meeting will be at the Women's Club Building, 46 Park Road in Fairfax. 11-Social time and Bocce Ball ; 12-Lunch, Chinese food to celebrate the Chinese New Year (indoor and outdoor seating options available), 1-2 Cooking Demo.

Please e-mail Kevin MacLeod at kmacleod@townofsananselmo.org or call 415-258-4669 to RSVP or for more details.
Age Friendly Marin "Breakfast with Friends"

Wednesday, March 16, 9:30-10:30am

Socializing is important for all and it's fun to connect. Join us for coffee, tea and/or breakfast and a friendly and enjoyable chat at Barefoot Café, in person!  
Age Friendly Marin Forum

March 23, 10:30 - 11:45 am

“Nutrition for Healthy Aging.” Eating healthy is important through all stages of our lives including our later years. What you are eating can affect your health, quality of life, and longevity. Did you know that our nutrition and physical activity needs change as we age? You may experience changes in appetite, dentition, body composition, or organ function, all of which may affect what and how much you choose to eat. Discover special nutrition concerns for the older adult. Learn which nutrients you may want to focus on, and advice on how to develop and maintain healthy eating habits. Hear about food safety as well as helpful shopping tips. Speaker: Jenna Ray, Registered Dietitian (RD), Senior Nutritionist for Marin County’s Aging and Adult Services.

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 520 207 8153  Passcode: 572332  
Join by phone at 1-669-900-9128

Please Note: Prior Age Friendly Marin Forums are available on our You Tube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV2hzXPyuTSKm2N6pYdkmGw/featured
Age Friendly Fairfax Task Force Meeting

March 25, 9:15-10:30 am

Curious about Age Friendly Fairfax? You’re welcome to attend our monthly meeting, bring your questions, feedback, ideas and energy!  

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 853 935 7484  Passcode: 398715  
Dial in number 1+ (408) 638-0968 
Fairfax Recreation Classes

Free online classes for older adults such as our popular yoga classes. We are offering six classes per week!

Mondays 
Mat Yoga 9:30-10:45
Chair Yoga 11:30-12:30

Wednesdays 
Mat Yoga 9:30-10:45
Chair Yoga 11:30-12:30

Fridays 
Mat Yoga 9:30-10:45
Chair Yoga 11:30-12:30


For a full list of current classes and how to register, click here.

Dance a la Moxie
Tuesdays from 2-3pm 
Right Field Side of Contratti Ballfield

A progressive, FUN total body workout guaranteed to make you feel better, look better and be better! No experience necessary.
New Class Starting in March

Chi Gong
Tuesdays starting March 1
10am – 11am 
Bolinas Park 


Chi Gong (Qigong) is the ancient Chinese practice of movement and meditation, deeply rooted in the balance and harmony of nature.  Chi is the vital life force energy that animates all living beings. Through gentle exercises we learn to cultivate and direct the flow of Chi within ourselves and draw from the Universal Chi all around us. Empower yourself to health!

Questions about services for older adults?  
Call 415-473-4636 (INFO)
Local News & Resources:

Marin County:
Adult and Aging Service's Information and Assistance Line, providing information and referrals to the full range of services available to older adults, adults with disabilities and their family caregivers: 415/473-INFO (4636) 8:30 am to 4:30 pm weekdays; 473INFO@marincounty.org


Free Rides for Seniors & ADA: https://marintransit.org/farepromotions Free rides on local fixed route service countywide are available for older adults (age 65 or older) and persons with disabilities. This will be a 6-month pilot starting from October 1, 2021 and will continue through March 31, 2022. Paratransit, Catch-A-Ride, Dial-A-Ride, Connect and Muir Woods Shuttle will be exempt from the free fare offerings. This offering is not valid on Golden Gate Transit routes. Seniors must have a valid Medicare Card, DMV ID card/license, valid LIFA Bus Pass or senior ID from another California transit service. Persons with disabilities must have a DMV Disabled Placard ID, RTC card, Medicare card, valid LIFA Bus Pass or ID card for persons with disabilities from another transit service. Personal service assistants will not be eligible for free rides and will continue to pay 50% off the adult cash fare ($1) when accompanying a person with disabilities.

Town of Fairfax: 
Are you receiving the weekly Town of Fairfax Newsletter? If not, we really encourage you to do so as there is LOTS of news, information and events listed. Click this link to start receiving the Town’s newsletter asap!

Fairfax Library: 

The Fairfax Library, a branch of the Marin County Free Library, wants to grow — outside. And if you’d like to help by donating an engraved brick or paver, click here to learn more: https://marinlibrary.org/fairfax-garden/ 


AARP Tax Assistance at Fairfax library by appointment only:
The AARP will be providing tax assistance this year on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am-2pm starting Feb. 2.  This year they will take people by appointment only. Contact AARP: 415-320-6191  Email: fairfaxtaxaide@gmail.com


Chair Yoga with Tamela starting March 3rd; every 1st & 3rd Thursday from 10:30a-11:30a
In person at the Fairfax Library

MCFL and the Teen Leadership Crew want you to participate in the "Share the Warmth Drive"
Give a new pair or package of socks to any MCFL Library and receive a super cute and simple DIY handwarmer kit that you can make at home. All donated socks will go to the Ritter Center in San Rafael CA to assist Marin residents experiencing homelessness.

California Phones "Lunch & Learn" online/virtual presentation 
March 17th - 12p-12:45p

Specialized California Phones are FREE to eligible Californians
"Know someone who has difficulty making or receiving a phone call? Come join our virtual presentation to learn how to qualify for free specialized telephone equipment or cell phone accessories." 

Zoom Mtg ID: 668 155 3219
Mtg Passcode: CTAP
Join by phone: 1-699-900-6833

For more information call: 1-800-806-1191


Emergency Preparedness! Sign up for Alert Marin and Nixle.

ALERT MARIN
The Alert Marin Emergency Notification System delivers incident-specific information or potentially life-saving instruction to the precise geographic area(s) affected. Emergency situations may include:
  • flooding, wildfires, and subsequent evacuations;
  • public safety incidents including crimes that affect your neighborhood;
  • post-disaster information about shelters, transportation, or supplies.

When do we use Alert Marin?
When ACTION is needed at a SPECIFIC ADDRESS or NEIGHBORHOOD
  • Imminent flooding, wildfires, and evacuations with life safety implications
  • During-event information about evacuation routes, shelters, transportation
  • Other public safety incidents where lives may be at risk


NIXLE
Nixle is an emergency notification system. Nixle is used: 
  • When INFORMATION is needed in a ZIP CODE 
  • Road closures, general updates, issues affecting larger areas 
  • Post-disaster information about shelters, transportation, or supplies 
  • Police activity and general public safety information 

Wondering what IS Age Friendly Fairfax??