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We believe that our members are able to stay in charge of their lives and create their own preferred future when they have the resources, connections, support and encouragement they need. To that end, San Francisco Village offers members access to a multi-generational corps of volunteers, a professional provider network, and proactive educational & social programs.
New members receive a handbook, with detailed information about San Francisco Village, which can be viewed here.
San Francisco Village welcomes people of all economic means and offers a graduated fee schedule based on your ability to pay. Fees can be paid monthly or annually. Membership is available for adults who are 60+ and are San Francisco residents.
Monthly Fee for an INDIVIDUAL:
- $10/mo.
- $25/mo.
- $50/mo.
Monthly fees for an individual are on a graduated-fee schedule. Members choose their monthly membership level based on their ability to pay. All member fees support the programming and expansion of our community.
Monthly Fee for a HOUSEHOLD:
- $15/mo.
- $31.25/mo.
- $62.50/mo.
Monthly fees for a household are on a graduated-fee schedule. Household members choose their monthly membership level based on their ability to pay. All member fees support the programming and expansion of our community.
How to Become a Member
- Complete the online form below, and a membership information packet (including application) will be mailed to your home.
2. Submit the application, which you received in the information packet. Please return it to us by mail, and an SFV staff person will contact you to set up a phone or Zoom interview.
3. Meet with our staff, one-on-one. An SFV staff person will schedule a visit either in our office or on Zoom for approximately one hour. This meeting allows us to get to know you better, and it also gives you the opportunity to ask questions and understand how the Village can serve your needs.
If you have any questions, please call our office at (415) 387-1375 x 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a member of San Francisco Village?
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a member, the first step is to fill out a membership interest form (above). Once you’ve submitted your form, which includes basic information about yourself, as well as membership fee payment information, a staff member will contact you to set up an orientation which may either be in our office or on Zoom for approximately one hour. This meeting allows us to get to know you better, and it also gives you the opportunity to ask questions and understand how SFV can serve your needs.
What is included in my membership?
As a SFV member, you will have access to:
- all programs which include weekly and monthly classes, workshop series, educational presentations with field experts, and neighborhood circles. Click here to see our current monthly calendar;
- all volunteer services;
- an SFV staff member to help connect you with resources and referrals and to assist you by sharing the knowledge and expertise you need to navigate the transitions of aging.
How much is membership?
Because San Francisco Village welcomes people of all backgrounds and economic means, we offer a graduated fee schedule based on an individual’s ability to pay. Fees may be paid monthly or annually with a credit card or by check.
- Monthly fee for an individual: $10, $25 or $50.
- Monthly fee for a household: $15, $31.25 or $62.50
How do I change my membership?
If you would like to make changes to your membership payment or end your membership, please contact Jill Ellefsen at 415-387-2375 extension 2.
What is the Wellness Program?
The Wellness Program is designed to support members during health care transitions like hospitalizations, discharges, recovery periods, adjusting to a new diagnosis or preparing for surgery. We invite members to contact Sha’Nice Patterson at (415) 387-2375 ext. 4 to discuss questions or concerns, get referrals, connect with volunteers or other members and plan ahead for care coordination.
How do I register for a program?
There are several ways to register for programs:
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- Email info@sfvillage.org
- Call (415) 387-1775 ext. 3 (Sarah) or ext. 5 (Nidhi)
- Register via our online calendar.
Some programs, such as neighborhood circles and book groups, require an RSVP to the member leading the group. All events in the newsletter contain the appropriate RSVP. SFV staff can redirect an RSVP if necessary.
Where is San Francisco Village located?
Our office is located at 3220 Fulton St., at the corner of 8th Avenue. The office is accessible from the 5, 44, or 31 Muni lines. You can also find street parking nearby.
When is San Francisco Village open?
Our office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you’re planning to visit the office, please call-in advance to ensure that a staff member is there. The office phone and email accounts are not checked on weekends.
How do I request help from a volunteer?
Both member and non-member volunteers regularly respond to members’ requests for support. A ride to a medical appointment, assistance with laundry or grocery shopping, and technology troubleshooting are some of the most frequent requests. Please contact us with as much advance notice as possible—it can take up to a week or more to find a volunteer so please allow the time it takes to make a connection. To get connected, you can call the office (415) 387-1375 and speak with Jill Ellefsen or Sha’Nice Patterson, or email Jill at jill@sfvillage.org or Sha’Nice at sha’nice@sfvillage.org.
Who are San Francisco Village volunteers?
Our non-member volunteer corps is a multi-generational group of kind- hearted, civic minded individuals that includes local high school and college students, working professionals and retirees, ranging in age from 18 to 75.
Do volunteers have their background checked?
Yes! All volunteers agree to a background check with the U.S. Department of Justice and if they are a volunteer driver, we review their driving record with the CA Department of Motor Vehicles and require proof of insurance. In addition, volunteers complete an extensive application and attend a training session with SFV staff.
I want to become a member and also volunteer, can I do that?
Yes! Reciprocity and mutual support are bedrock principles of San Francisco Village. We welcome all our members to answer volunteer requests when they can and connect with other fellow members.
What is the Grief Program?
At SFV, we believe that a healthy expression of grief is communal. It requires that we honor the loss with simple rituals, by telling the story and being generously witnessed in our pain, so that we can move towards healing. If you or someone you care about is struggling with the loss of a loved one, please consider one of several virtual grief groups, led by trained peer support facilitators. To learn more, please visit our website or contact Gina Fiorentino at gina@sfvillage.org or (203) 896-0416.
Rev. Tim Martin,
Sara joined the team in 2018. She brings with her 20 years of experience in community development, philanthropy, and organizational management. She completed her bachelors at George Washington University and her masters at UC Berkeley. Her career focus has been on evaluating how community groups run from year-to-year and strengthening daily processes to increase institutional success. Sara loves travel and global development issues, particularly a non-profit she founded 10 years ago focusing on students’ access to school in Cambodia. Sara is raising her family here in San Francisco.
Maya is a public relations and communications professional with more than a decade of experience; her expertise includes consumer products and technology PR, as well as event management and content development. She has been a pro-bono consultant with the Taproot Foundation since 2012, and has participated in three service grants to date. Maya attended the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and graduated with a BA in mass communications and a minor in political science.