![]() Reference: Types of infectious outbreaks and their impact in elderly care facilities. Donna is a supporter of the California Academy of Sciences, a world-class science museum and research institution, and the Institute on Aging which provides much-needed services to seniors and disabled individuals. Samantha Tweeten Marguerite McMillan Jackson Leland S. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with her family exploring the natural beauty of Marin, snuggling with her Cavalier King Charles spaniel while reading a good book or whipping up something delicious in her space-challenged kitchen. Food For Thought Raises More Than $106,000 to Address Food Insecurity and Support Illness-Prone Individuals in Sonoma Countyĭonna Berry Glass is a freelance writer in Marin County who writes mostly about family and kid-oriented topics.The North Bay Red Cross Honors Their Volunteer of the Year, Mill Valley’s Janet Rogoff.MarinMOCA’s Altered Book Exhibit and Fundraiser Supports Local Artists.Struggling to turn his life around and to find work, he turned to Bloom for help the day after he was dressed at Bloom he had an interview with Wells Fargo and landed a job.Īlong with former Executive Director Lenice Smith, the event was attended by Advisory Council Member Polly Elkin, Interim CEO Sherene Chen, board member Sue Boland, Board Vice President Arun Burrell, Board President Windi Snearly, and Board Treasurer Lara Hoth.Įvent sponsors included Richard Gallagher, Caldwell Law Firm, Bank of Marin, Carolyn M Hacker, Tweeten Eldercare, Westamerica Bank, and Relevant Wealth. One such story was shared by Bloom’s client of the year, Joshua Steele, a former college football star who was tragically shot in the back at a college party, requiring him to leave school, endure multiple surgeries and eventually, become addicted to pain medication. Bloom also serves individuals in substance abuse recovery programs, who are victims of spousal abuse, as well as others who are homeless, jobless, or suffering from economic hardship.Įmceed by Keith McLane of KLM Auctions, the online event and auction featured inspiring stories by clients who have utilized Bloom’s services to improve their lives. The volunteer-run non-profit, which has been based in downtown San Rafael since 1999 and was originally known as Image for Success, operates a retail storefront designed to provide complimentary wardrobes as well as life skills training for men, women and children transitioning to a life of self-reliance. ![]() I assist in preventing evictions or other circumstances which may lead to moving clients unnecessarily from a familiar environment to a more costly or more restrictive setting due to at-risk behaviors.Bloom Marin’s annual fundraising event, held virtually on May 27, was geared to assisting Marin families who have fallen on hard times and cannot afford clothing for work or school. MAINTAINING HOUSING BY PREVENTING EVICTIONS ![]() I have long-term experience working with housing for seniors and disabled adults of all income levels throughout the Bay Area, the State of California, and outside of California. ![]() I am available to discuss relocation of family members to other areas of the Country where there is low income senior and disabled housing resources available and caring relatives near by who can provide monitoring and support for their family members. I specialize in problem solving for moderate or low income seniors who need daily care and can't afford to hire care at home and cannot afford to go to Board and Care or Assisted Living settings. Due to the AB 241 California Domestic Workers Bill of Rights passed on September 26, 2013, licensed caregiver agencies charge on an average of $950.00 for 24 hour care.ĭue to severe fire-related risks of evacuation and housing loss, the extreme costs of care in Sonoma County related to post fire residential care cost skyrocket and AB 241 causing caregiver cost jumps, more and more seniors are at risk for inadequate care in their homes and lack of appropriate levels of housing to address their increasing needs over time. Many seniors do not have anywhere near the amount of resources necessary for care in their own home as their needs increase over time. Many seniors do not have anywhere near the resources for residential care placement in Sonoma County. Recently I worked with a placement specialist, and we placed an elder woman with moderate dementia and behavior concerns in a Board and Care and the initial cost was $9,000.00 a month.
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