What if staying safely in your own home felt less overwhelming—and more possible?

Growing older in the place you love takes more than good intentions. It takes the right support, smart planning, and knowing where to turn. This engaging and practical program brings together local experts who will help you navigate the real-world resources that make independence at home achievable.

Whether you are planning ahead, supporting a loved one, or facing immediate decisions, you’ll leave with clarity, trusted contacts, and next steps.

What You’ll Discover:
✔ How to assess care needs—and when it’s time for extra help
✔ The difference between home care and home health (and how to pay for it)
✔ Simple home modifications that dramatically reduce fall risk
✔ Affordable transportation options to stay connected and mobile
✔ How to start the conversation before a crisis happens

Meet the Local Experts:
Gabriella Ambrosi, Owner of Sequoia Senior Solutions
Learn what licensed in-home care really provides—from companionship to personal care and respite. Gabriella will walk through how to evaluate care needs, what questions to ask, and how families make confident decisions—with real-life examples.

Drake Cunningham, Executive Director of Rebuilding Together Petaluma
Discover practical, low-cost safety upgrades—grab bars, ramps, lighting improvements, and volunteer repair programs—that can make a home safer almost immediately.

Araceli Vazquez, Transit Specialist, City of Petaluma
Explore transportation options like LumaGo and paratransit services, including how to qualify, schedule rides, and stay active in the community.

 
A lively Q&A will follow, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and connect directly with presenters.

If you or someone you love hopes to remain independent at home, this program offers knowledge, reassurance, and a pathway forward.

Come informed. Leave empowered.

Free and open to the public. To register, please email info@villagenetworkofpetaluma.org or call 707-776-6055