Frequently Asked Questions

Monthly Fees

• What is included in the monthly HOA fee?

  DINING SERVICE

  Full-Service Dining by Cordon Bleu and Michelin restaurant trained Executive Chef, Ensan Wong. 
  One meal per day - your choice of breakfast, lunch or dinner
  Elegant dining room with sweeping views over Marin County.
  Special celebrations for birthdays.
  Tea & Coffee available in the lobby daily.
  Access to 12-person private dining room for personal celebrations.

  HEALTH / MEDICAL SERVICES

  Access to Villa Marin onsite Health Care Center staffed by a Doctor Monday to Friday.
  Licensed Nurses on-site in the Health Care Center 24/7.
  Access to Ancillary Services – Lab, X-ray, Therapy services (PT, OT, Speech).
  Medication management program (monthly fee applies).
  Residents receive discounted and priority access to Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing

  IN-UNIT SERVICES

  Weekly housekeeping and annual unit deep-clean.
  Linen service providing clean sheets and towels weekly.
  Water, Garbage/Recycling. You pay for your own electricity.
  Access to in-house maintenance team at a discounted rate.

  PEACE OF MIND

  24-hour security.
  Building maintenance.
  Building fire and liability insurance.
  In-Unit Emergency pull-cord system for medical assistance.
  Daily wellness check.

  RECREATION & ACTIVITIES

  Weekly Activities - Cultural, Recreational, Educational and Social programs.
  Access to Vitality U Lifelong Learning - a collaboration with OLLI & Dominican University.
  Frequent field trips and special excursions (* additional fee may apply).
  Art classes, access to Workshop space, Knitting groups and more.
  24-Hour Library with over 2000 books, and DVDs.
  Pickleball and Shuffleboard courts.
  Resident gardening plot (subject to availability).
  Over 20 Committees to participate in – Self Governance in action.

  FITNESS & WELLBEING

  Villa Vitality – Villa Marin’s new Mind-Body-Spirit Wellness program.
  On-site Wellness Liaison / Counselor.
  On-site Personal Trainer, specializing in Senior exercise needs.
  Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Zumba, Line Dancing, Meditation, Yoga, and Strengthening classes.
  Fitness room with state of the art, Senior specialized gym equipment.
  Beautiful Movement Studio.
  Heated indoor pool and jacuzzi.
  Water aerobics classes.
  Scenic Promenade walking path around the building.

  PARKING  / STORAGE

  Assigned parking space in the gated, secure underground garage.
  Secure personal storage area.
  Bicycle & sports equipment storage.
  Overflow parking for guests.
   
  CONVENIENCE

  Transportation to Marin County medical appointments, available Monday-Friday.
  Scheduled shuttle to Marin County shopping destinations, bank and post office.
  Access to private meeting rooms for playing cards/Mahjong etc. ▪ Dog parklet.

  ADDITIONAL AMENITIES

  Gift shop
  Hair & Nail salon

Finance

• Is there a tax advantage to living at Villa Marin?

  Yes, last year approximately 20-30% per unit could be used as a medical deduction on your federal return. Talk to the person who prepares your taxes for your own situation.

• How does the real estate purchase at Villa Marin fit into my financial portfolio?

  Villa Marin is a non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community where you have equity in your home. You do pay the yearly property tax which is about 1.25% of the purchase price. You may also qualify to carry your current home’s tax base with you to your new home at Villa Marin.

Age

• How old must I be to become a resident of Villa Marin?

  The minimum age to become a resident is 60, and there is no upper age limit. Any prospective resident must be able to live independently and be in good health.

Activities

• What activities are offered at Villa Marin?

  Lectures, concerts, excursions, exercise classes, faith-based gatherings, meditation, birthday and holiday celebrations. There is a card/game room, multipurpose auditorium, fitness room, swimming pool and spa, paddle tennis courts, and a community garden. For more information on our activities, please click here.

Healthcare

• What long term care is included in my medical contract?

  Under the current medical contract 6, each resident is eligible for a certain number of accumulative no cost days for room and board in the Health Center for any combination of Skilled Nursing or Assisted Living stays. The number of no cost days decreases by 5 for each year that a new resident closes escrow after age of 74 (90 days) to a minimum of 10 days (90+ in age). After the no cost days are exhausted, the resident pays a monthly fee to live in the health center.

  Under the present medical contract the current fee is $416.00 per day in either Assisted Living or the Skilled Nursing unit. Note: The current fee is $520.00 per day in Assisted Living or Skilled Nursing for a non-resident or medical exclusion (only relates to a major pre-existing condition to be determined after applicants meet with the Medical Director).

Dining

Automobiles

• Where do I park my car?

  Villa Marin offers underground parking for residents. Each condominium is eligible for one parking space. When a couple has two cars, tandem spaces may be assigned on a first-come basis at additional cost.

• Does Villa Marin provide for charging Electric Vehicles?

  Yes – there are parking spaces with plugs available for residents to install level II chargers.

Internet

• Does the community provide Wi-Fi?

  Yes, Wi-Fi is provided in the interior public areas of the building.