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Older adults (55+) are the fastest-growing population entering houselessness across the country, and their numbers are on pace to triple by 2030. "No Place to Grow Old" explores this growing crisis and follows three seniors in Portland, Oregon, offering a rare and deeply human look at an overlooked and underserved demographic.
In the film, we meet Jerry Vermillion, 60; Herbert Olive, 71; and Brownyn Carver, 69, whose stories shed light on issues such as the lack of affordable housing, predatory lending and the financial precarity facing many older adults.
“When I first encountered the senior housing crisis, I was struck by both the severity of the issue and the lack of attention it has received,” said director Davey Schaupp. “In a culture that often prioritizes youth, the struggles of elderly individuals — especially those who are under-resourced — are too easily overlooked. With 'No Place to Grow Old,' I set out to bring these stories to the forefront and give a voice to those whose experiences are rarely heard.”
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