SLO Village Movement is an innovative, community-centered movement dedicated to fostering an enriched experience of aging. We are a membership-based non-profit organization focused on empowering older adults (age 50+) to sustain independence and continue living lives of purpose and promise in their own homes through social connection, personal growth and, when needed, helpful services from our vetted volunteers..
SLO Village got a brand-new brand
This January we launched our two-year SLO Village strategic plan with this primary objective: to grow our membership, volunteer base, community partnerships and corporate sponsors. Our first action step of that plan is to better tell and share our story with a complete rebrand..
Our Rebrand Objective is twofold:
- To more clearly define SLO Village: who we are; what we’re about; and who, where and how we serve.
- And to differentiate us from The Villages brand. Clearly communicating that were not a place to live, but a way to live!
Name and Tagline:
We’ve added the word Movement to our name and the tagline ‘Embracing Life Together’ to clearly communicate our mission and to identify and align with the international Village Movement.
Mission:
We believe our new name and brand perfectly imparts our mission: empowering older adults to sustain independence and continue living lives of purpose and promise through community, social connection, personal growth, kindness, support and helpful services.
Looking for a meaningful way to give back to our community
SLO Village Movement invites volunteers of all ages to help our neighbors sustain independence, thrive at home, and stay connected.
Why volunteer with SLO Village Movement
Flexible commitment: Choose the service opportunities that fit your
personal schedule, personality, and skill set.
It takes a village to build community: please consider being a part of ours!
Want to know what it is like to volunteer for SLO Village? Read about Doug’s SLO Village Volunteering story here.
This season, the SLO Village Movement is leaning into growth—in programs and purpose. Our newest newsletter is live and full of heart.
We pay tribute to the beloved Paul Wolff, whose legacy continues to guide our work. We recap a lively April coffee chat, preview meaningful May activities, and share a save the date for our big June fundraiser.
It’s a season of reflection, connection, and looking ahead.
👉 [Read the full newsletter here] Let’s grow forward—together
Work Anniversaries, Coastal Retreat, and a Whole Lot of Heart
Celebrating Corene & Tami
Some anniversaries are marked with cake. Others with confetti. But here at the SLO Village Movement, we prefer a little coastal whimsy and a road trip with meaning.
This month, we’re celebrating Corene’s four-year anniversary as our unstoppable Operations Manager and Tami’s one-year anniversary as our inspiring Executive Director. These two powerhouses have steered the ship through calm seas and choppy waters, always with grit, grace, and more than a few well-timed laughs.
To mark the occasion, they hit the road for a mini "work retreat" up the coast—visiting Harmony (yes, it’s a real place) and Ragged Point, where the fog was thick but the vision was clear. It wasn’t all spreadsheets and strategy sessions—they made space for reflection and laughter.
Why the coast? Because growth doesn’t always happen in front of a computer. Sometimes, it’s in the quiet pause, the ocean breeze, or a quirky pottery shop in Harmony.
Want to hear what they took away from the journey? Check out our Facebook page for photos and reflections from the road.
Here’s to another year of vision, leadership, and making waves—together.
Looking for a warm cup of coffee and even warmer company? Come connect with SLO Village friends at our Coffee Chat gatherings! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 10 a.m. at UCC SLO Church (11245 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo).
Whether you’re a member, volunteer, or joining us for the first time, we’d love to see you there! If it’s your first visit, please RSVP so we can welcome you!
Please click Events to register TODAY!
SLO Village on NPR
Join SLO Village volunteers Kerry Sheets and Randy Murray as they share their experiences and insights on being part of the SLO Village community.
Hear their conversation on KCBX FM, your local NPR member station for the Central Coast. KCBX provides high-quality programming that educates, entertains, and connects the community. Listen online at KCBX.org.
By 2030, California will be home to 10.8 million older adults, accounting for one-quarter of the state’s population. 34% of our state’s older adults will be moderate- and middle-income, without Medicaid benefits. California is responding to these demographic changes by implementing a Master Plan for Aging.
Read Village Movement California's Impact Report and learn why Villages play a critical role in addressing our state's five goals Read Village Movement California's Impact Report
SLO Village Movement is an 'Open' nonprofit. We work with established nonprofits, senior centers, and government agencies in our community. We make it our business to know what is offered by other organizations and avoid duplication of effort. SLO Village is aware of service “gaps” and we understand how to navigate community services.
Check out our community partners below or click here to find out more about available Resources for older adults in SLO County.
Community Partners
