Transportation: While the majority of respondents (92%) drive, few use public transit, Marin Access or Paratransit and instead get rides with friends. Approximately ten percent of the older adult population presently need transportation for basic daily needs. (grocery shopping, errands, medical appointments and procedures, prescription pickup and Community Center meals and event). Annually, as more older residents stop driving, the community increasingly needs alternative transportation options. At this time 18 percent of the older adult population say the lack of transportation sometimes or always prevents them from living a full life. Housing concerns: While 18 percent of respondents report renting the survey analysis finds multiple mentions of housing instability and with rising rents and in some cases the termination of long-term rentals, many are housing insecure or will be soon. Some are relying on others who provide assistance. 68 percent of homeowners need modifications to safely age in their homes. 26 percent are living alone. Financial Security: This is the second item of most concern.(24% are extremely or moderately concerned) The question data and comments aligned in relaying the struggle older residents have in paying for mortgages, utilities, rent, insurance and basic necessities. The Living Wage calculation for one adult in Marin as of 2025 was $32.72/hr. with expected expenses of over $68,000. Many are self- employed, with no retirement, many rely on their partner or spouse for income. Many mention struggling to pay medical and dental, phone and food bills. 1 Social Connection and Inclusion: Over half of the older adult population indicated that having family or friends close by that they can count on would enable them to stay in the Valley. While 42 percent are not feeling isolated, alone or with no community connection, 29 percent are extremely to somewhat concerned. Over a third of the population always or usually eat alone.
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SAN GERONIMO VALLEY/NICASIO ASSESSMENT
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