Central Oregon Villages and the Council on Aging of Central Oregon are proud to host a special screening of No Place to Grow Old, a compelling 44-minute documentary that sheds light on the escalating crisis of senior homelessness. The screening will take place on Wednesday, February 5th, from 6-8pm at Ray Hall on the OSU Cascades Campus. Admission is free, and tickets can be reserved at https://givebutter.com/AcqDVm.
Directed by Davey Schaupp and produced by Humans for Housing, No Place to Grow Old off ers an intimate look at the systemic challenges and personal stories behind the growing “gray wave” of homeless seniors. While the fi lm is set in Portland, the crisis it highlights is national in scope and acutely felt in Central Oregon.
A panel discussion and Q&A session will follow the screening, featuring local leaders and experts:
-Cassie Regimbal, Executive Director, Council on Aging of Central Oregon
● Gwenn Wysling, Executive Director, Bethlehem Inn
-Amy Fraley, Senior Program Manager – Houselessness Solutions, City of Bend
-Kerry Gillette, PA-C, Mobile Medical Provider, Mosaic Community Health
“The rise in senior homelessness—what experts call the ‘gray wave’—is overwhelming service providers and highlights a critical need for action,” said Donna Burklo, Executive Director of Central Oregon Villages. “Through this screening and discussion, we aim to raise awareness and spark meaningful conversations around solutions.”
Event Details:
What: Screening of No Place to Grow Old and Panel Discussion
When: Wednesday, February 5th, 6-8pm
Where: Ray Hall, OSU Cascades Campus, 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR 97702
Tickets: Free, reserve at https://givebutter.com/AcqDVm
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This article appears in The Source Weekly January 23, 2025.
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