Cedars Life

Supporting individuals with developmental disabilities since 1919. campus in Ross and our ten group homes in Novato and San Rafael.

Cedars has been serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1919. Our success stems from how we we work together with the people we serve - - as individuals deserving of respect, personal choice, and the chance to develop interests, skills, and independence.

There’s a feeling of family among the approximately 100 people served at Cedars community based residences,

including Generoso Pope, Jr. Our unique and innovative day programs serve over 150 individuals each weekday. Off-hours are spent enjoying music, art, sports, nature and, above all, friendship.

Cedars is known for its life affirming, loving environment in which personal accomplishments are celebrated, individual skills are recognized and participants are able to live creative, productive and joyous lives. "...individuals here are people with capabilities, not disabilities."

05/27/2026

Cody Rahn's "Macro Lily Pads" is the featured artwork for May in our 2026 Cedars and Marin Art & Garden Center calendar.

Cody enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere in the garden, and he was inspired to create this work after hearing the frogs on the lily pads!

An artist at Cedars Textile Arts Collaborative for seven years, Cody focuses mostly on the expressive use of colored pencil in working to create detailed and intimate small-scale drawings. In recent explorations with acrylic paint, Cody has developed exuberant, brightly colored paintings that utilize a loose brushstroke to achieve an almost abstract quality.

05/26/2026

On The Map: Gathering Progressive Art Studios Art Exhibit

Opens in one month!
Artist Within - A Cedars Gallery
603 San Anselmo Ave.
San Anselmo, CA

Opening Reception
Friday June 26
6 pm - 8 pm
Nine studios. One map. Endless stories.

05/18/2026

What does advocacy look like? It looks like Bridget, Mariana, Marian, Brian, and Anne. 👇

Last Friday, members of the Cedars community — clients, family members, board members, co-executive directors, and staff — came together at the Golden Gate Regional Center legislative breakfasts to speak directly to elected officials at a critical moment: the finalization of California's state budget.

We are so proud of the five members of our community who stood up and spoke: clients Bridget and Mariana, Marian (Bridget's mom), board member Brian Colbert, and Anne Trombo (Cedars client Lucy's sister). Each of them brought their voice, their story, and their conviction to the room — speaking to the promise of the Lanterman Act and the very real impact that budget cuts have on people with developmental disabilities and their families. Anne was the event's keynote speaker.

It takes courage to speak truth to power. And the rest of our community showed up to listen, to support, and to stand alongside them.

To Bridget, Mariana, Marian, Brian, and Anne — thank you. You reminded all of us why this work matters and what's possible when our community raises its voice together.

The work continues — and we are stronger together. 💙

04/24/2026

As Volunteer Appreciation Week comes to a close, we want every single Cedars volunteer to know just how grateful we are — we truly wouldn't be the organization we are without you! 💛

Today we want to shine a special spotlight on our incredible day program volunteers. From leading entire classrooms of artists to hanging artwork, helping in the animal enclosures, teaching silk screening, and supporting our studios — they show up and give their time and talents in so many meaningful ways.

THANK YOU, Day Program Volunteers! You make Cedars a richer, more meaningful place for everyone. 🙏🎨🐾

04/23/2026

Bingo is a beloved favorite at Cedars — and it's all made possible by our amazing volunteers! From games at our main campus to quarterly Bingo Saturdays at Marin Catholic, our dedicated volunteers bring joy and laughter into our clients' lives every time. We are so grateful — THANK YOU, Bingo Volunteers! ❤️

04/22/2026

Continuing Volunteer Appreciation Week, today we're celebrating the volunteers who help make every Cedars event come alive!🌟

From art openings to donor events to our beloved Shake, Rattle & Dance — these incredible people show up with their time, their talents, and so much joy. They don't just help out, they jump in with their whole hearts and make every event something truly special.

We couldn't do it without you. Thank you, Cedars event volunteers! ❤️

04/21/2026

This week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week, and each day we're shining a light on the incredible people who show up for our Cedars community.🧡

Today we celebrate the volunteers who come to our residential homes — and they don't just visit, they show up. They roll up their sleeves to make pumpkin pies for Thanksgiving. They craft flower crowns just for the joy of it. They take our residents on walks and sit with them, laugh with them, and become a true part of their lives.🌟

The happiness they bring cannot be overstated.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 🧡

04/20/2026

National Volunteer Appreciation Week · April 19–25, 2026
Celebrating the volunteers who make Cedars special!

This week we celebrate National Volunteer Appreciation Week — and we couldn't let it pass without saying thank you to the remarkable people who give their time and hearts to Cedars.

Our volunteers bring joy, friendship, and connection to our clients and residents every single day. We are so grateful for each and every one of them. 💚

04/17/2026

Katie Buster's "Garden Mandala #2" is the featured artwork for April in our 2026 Cedars and Marin Art & Garden Center calendar.

An artist at Cedars Fine Art Studios and a Cedars resident, Katie was inspired by all the colors in the garden when she was making this painting.

In her art-making, Katie is a perfectionist with a strong design sense. She favors intricate geometric patterns, flat bright colors, and clean lines. Katie has a bubbly personality and loves to joke and laugh.

04/07/2026

Easter Bunnies and Special Olympics — what could they possibly have in common? This weekend, Cedars residents took part in both, and the smiles say it all!

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