West Marin Ecumenical Senior in Point Reyes Station, CA, sits in a calm spot near the hills, forests, and ocean, which gives residents a peaceful view and a quiet atmosphere that's good for relaxing. The community has different types of housing like detached homes, studio apartments, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, condos, and townhomes, so people can choose what fits them best, and some of the units are set up for people with disabilities, with things like roll-in showers and Energy Star appliances. Some apartments have kitchens, private bathrooms, and emergency call systems, while the property has on-site laundry, a small fitness center, and a two-story building with an elevator, which makes getting around easier for everyone.
Residents can enjoy outdoor gardens, a courtyard, community BBQ area, and walking paths, with special places like a butterfly garden and raised garden beds, plus the area has parking and security features like a secured gate and security cameras. The community is pet-friendly for small dogs and cats, with some rules about size. Residents can join regular events, weekly lunch and exercise classes, and use common spaces like the library, computer room, TV lounge, billiards and game rooms, arts and crafts center, woodworking shop, and even a piano or organ. There are party and meeting spaces, too, so socializing happens pretty naturally, and the weekly activities, a busy social calendar, and events help keep everyone active and engaged if they want.
West Marin Ecumenical Senior provides several types of care, including independent living for those who want a private place and can manage on their own, assisted living for people who might need help with things like bathing, dressing, or taking medicine, memory care for those with cognitive impairments like Alzheimer's, as well as short-term stays for respite or hospice care, and skilled nursing services. Staff are around 24/7 and can help with medication, physical therapy, diabetic and incontinence care, and they use systems like wander guards for safety. Residents get laundry and housekeeping services, meals planned by chefs and dieticians for balanced nutrition, and different dining options such as shared, private, or special diet meals.
Payment options include rent plus care fees, entry fees, and some extras, and rents for some apartments fall under Section 8, which helps low-income seniors and those with disabilities to afford living here, especially through the HUD Project-Based Section 202 program. Management offers a part-time Resource Coordinator to help residents, and there are programs for transportation to appointments, shopping, and outings, with a bus line nearby and a monthly shuttle.
Some of the complexes, such as Village Oduduwa and others run by Marin Housing Authority like Casa Nova, Golden Hinde, Homestead Terrace, Kruger Pines, and Venetia Oaks, give even more options for low-income seniors in the area. The property is known for a helpful staff and a friendly feel, and actions like recent renovations to apartments and community spaces show an effort to keep things comfortable and up to date. Residents in San Anselmo, run by Ross Valley Ecumenical Housing Association, have access to private rooms and can use Section 8 vouchers.
West Marin Ecumenical Senior's care model tries to strike a balance between supporting people and letting them keep their independence, with a real focus on creating a safe, supportive, and welcoming place to live at a price many can afford. Their awards like Best of Senior Living All Star come from a clear effort to care for people well, and with so many choices-like memory care, independent and assisted living, townhomes, studios, or co-op housing for those able to contribute to chores-residents and families have a lot to look over to find the right fit.
