News, Blog & Events

News, Blog and Events

Look below to keep up to date on all the news about Aldersly Retirement Community in San Rafael, California. You’ll learn about upcoming events for prospective residents and find informative blog posts about topics of special interest for elders and their families. Check back often!

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Weekly Bocce Ball & Cornhole

Events • December 19, 2025

Join us every Friday at 10 am for some outdoor fun! Enjoy the beautiful outdoor space at Aldersly and meet our residents while enjoying a game of

Weekly Dominoes

Events • December 16, 2025

Join us every Tuesday at 1:30 pm for a game of dominoes! You'll get to mingle with residents and experience the one of the many activities offered

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Stand Up & Get Fit

Events • November 21, 2025

Join us Friday, November 21 for Stand Up & Get Fit! Toni Dee will guide a fitness class for all skill levels. This is a great opportunity to

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Weekly Happy Hour at Aldersly

Events • December 19, 2025

Join us every Monday or Friday at 5 pm for Happy Hour! Mingle with Aldersly residents while enjoying refreshments and learning about our Independent

Upgrade Your Day-To-Day Lifestyle

News • October 30, 2025

Aldersly in San Rafael, CA, offers a retirement lifestyle that blends comfort, luxury, and convenience. With thoughtfully designed amenities and

Resident Meet & Greet Mixer

Events • November 20, 2025

Join us on November 20th for our Resident Meet & Greet Mixer! You'll have the opportunity to mix & mingle with neighbors and friends while

Aldersly Welcomes Mike Reno as New Dining Room Manager

News • October 16, 2025

Aldersly is pleased to announce that Mike Reno has joined the team as Dining Room Manager. Reno brings more than two decades of management

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Weekly Newsletter

News • October 16, 2025

Want to see more of what's going on at Aldersly? Read below to see our October

Key Financial Planning Tips for Seniors

News • September 30, 2025

Planning your finances for a secure retirement can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, there are practical steps older adults can take to minimize worry

Six Healthy Mental Wellness Habits for Seniors

News • September 30, 2025

Retirement ushers in an exciting new chapter, one filled with fresh opportunities and, at times, unexpected challenges. That’s why looking after

Stress Tips for Older Adults

News • September 18, 2025

Stress is an inevitable part of life and, at times, it can even sharpen your focus and help you handle challenges. Yet, when stress becomes

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Health Benefits of Gardening for Seniors

News • August 25, 2025

Break out your gardening gloves and bring on the flowers! At Aldersly, a nonprofit Life Plan Community in San Rafael, CA, our cozy garden campus is

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Aldersly Welcomes New Executive Director, Mike Sharkey

News • January 24, 2025

Mike Sharkey Brings Over 20 Years Of Combined Experience in Senior Living Operations, Business Management, And Hospitality To Aldersly San

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Supporting Security, Care, and Community at Aldersly

News • December 15, 2024

For more than 103 years, Aldersly has been a place where older adults thrive in a cozy, comfortable, and connected garden community in the heart of

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Cheering for Older Adults in the Workplace 

News • September 20, 2024

Recently, at a local event, I had the privilege of sitting next to an inspiring 80-year-old physician who remains actively engaged in research at

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