Lamorinda Village Supported Membership
In 2019, the City created a bold vision of how Lafayette could improve as a livable city that includes and welcomes people of all ages and abilities, particularly older adults. Using the AARP/World Health Organization’s 8 criteria for Age-Friendly Communities, the Senior Service Commission has been developing an Age Friendly Action Plan for the City. Recently, we took a step towards helping older residents live rewarding, productive, and safe lives by partnering with the local non-profit, Lamorinda Village, to provide City supported memberships to the Village. Lamorinda Village is a community based network of people over age 55 living in Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda. Its purpose is to connect seniors with practical services that help them to maintain independence and remain in their homes as they age. Services include social events, wellness classes, local transportation, grocery shopping, meal preparation, minor household repairs, assistance with computer issues, and phone check-ins to help older adults remain safely in their homes. The new partnership provides a free annual membership to income-qualified Lafayette residents so they can access full membership benefits provided by the Village. The City also encourages community members (adults of any age, from college students, to professionals, to retirees) to volunteer with the Village and commit 1 to 3 hours once or twice a month to help older adult neighbors. As Lamorinda Village grows, there will be a need for more drivers, handy-persons, gardeners, and people who care. Learn more about becoming a volunteer or member of Lamorinda Village at https://lamorindavillage.org or call 925-283-3500.