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Creative, Productive, Joyous & Healthy Lives

Supporting Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Since 1919

Our Mission

Our mission is to foster independence, defend dignity, and realize each person’s full potential. We provide a range of residential and day program opportunities that connect individuals with the best expression of themselves.

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Admissions

We currently have openings at our programs! Learn more about our admissions process.

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THANK YOU!

Our groovy community helped raise more than $270,000 for Cedars through Shake, Rattle & DANCE! Thank you to everyone who supported Cedars dancers and made this a record-breaking year!

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Pet Parade

Featuring Portraits of Marin Humane Pets by Cedars Artists

Opening Reception
Friday, September 11, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

What We Do

Cedars offers award-winning day programs and residential services for nearly 200 adults with developmental disabilities. If you are interested in joining a Cedars program, please visit the Admissions page for more information.

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Community Connections

Participants at Community Connections give back by volunteering at other local nonprofit organizations such as the Marine Mammal Center, Marin General Hospital, and the Marin Headlands.

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Fine Art Studios

At Cedars Fine Art Studios, artists express their creativity and develop professional art skills. They receive guidance from professional artists in a range of fine art mediums such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and jewelry making.

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Residential Programs

Cedars residential programs provide a safe, active, healthy, and supportive environment for nearly 100 adults in our eight group homes and the Generoso Pope Jr. Ross Residences.

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Textile Arts Collaborative

Cedars Textile Arts Collaborative is situated on 22 acres in San Rafael and offers a range of activities and opportunities to earn income — through weaving, gardening, cooking, animal husbandry, and art, as well as our senior program.

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Artist Within — A Cedars Gallery

Cedars artists exhibit and sell their work at,

Artist Within — A Cedars Gallery

603 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960

415.454.2568

 

Curbside pickup & delivery/shipping available

email nicolef@cedarslife.org

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Gallery Hours:

Monday 9-4

Tuesday CLOSED

Wed 9-4

Thursday 9-4

Friday 9 - 6

Saturday 11 - 6

Sunday 11 - 6

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How You Can Make a Difference

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Donate

Your donation helps to inspire creative, productive, joyous, and healthy lives for 200 adults with developmental disabilities at Cedars.

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Volunteer

We invite you to join our wonderful core of volunteers and contribute your special talents.  There are many different ways to engage in our work and support Cedars participants!

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Work at Cedars

Cedars staff enjoy a team atmosphere, great benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to help adults with developmental disabilities.

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Monthly Donations

Setting up a recurring donation is simple and is a convenient way to make a lasting impact.

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Legacy Circle

Through membership in Cedars Legacy Circle, you will help secure a strong and vibrant future for Cedars for the next 100 years.

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In-Kind Donations

Cedars gratefully accepts some types of in-kind donations, or non-cash gifts like art supplies, furniture, and vehicles.

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“Being a part of Cedars enriches my life every day.  Cedars’ clients, staff, families and volunteers work together to create a community of love, acceptance, purpose and joy.  I was captivated by Cedars when I took my first tour and that feeling is even stronger now 8 years later."

Debra Stutsman

Cedars Board Member

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Our Impact

94

RESIDENTS

200

PEOPLE SERVED
AT DAY PROGRAMS

100+

YEARS SERVING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

13

LOCATIONS ACROSS MARIN COUNTY

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