Vivalon Healthy Aging Center

Overview

In 2020, Whistlestop took on a new name, Vivalon, to mark the expansion of our programs and services. Vivalon Rides is now the name used for our transportation services. Founded in 1954, our organization initially provided transportation, nutrition, social connection and advice for Marin County’s older adults. As the years progressed, we broadened our reach to serve vulnerable residents of Marin County, regardless of their age, including: disabled, chronically ill and low income individuals. We also expanded our geographic area to Sonoma County, and our programs and services grew to encompass activities, Lifelong Learning and Healthy Aging services. In 2024, we opened our Healthy Aging Campus to serve the social and medical needs of Marin’s seniors with wraparound health care services, a healthy aging center, and affordable apartment homes in downtown San Rafael.

Services and Programs

• Collage
• Jewelry Making
• Painting
• Guitar
• Hula
• Song Circle
• Ukulele
• Chess
• Mahjongg
• Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Social Group
• Book and Social Club
• Cafecito
• Chess and Board Game Club
• Handiwork Social Group
• LGBT+ Discussion Group
• Persian Social Group
• Vitality@Vivalon
• Mindfulness in Meditation
• Qi Gong for Falls Prevention
• Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention
• Chair Yoga
• Fun Fitness
• Mat Yoga with Weights
• Yoga
• Zumba
• Tech Tutoring
• Daily Lunch, etc.

Eligibility

Eligibility information not provided.

Membership and Fees

Classic Membership - Annual cost: $60 for individuals / $90 for couples; Café Membership - $50 for individuals; Volunteer/Instructor Membership - Annual cost: $30 for individuals

Hours

Mon: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Tues - Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Contact the center to confirm current hours.