June 2026
- Jun 16
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Updated: Jun 23
Date: Monday, June 22, 2026
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Host: The Springs at Happy Valley
Speaker bio: Alex Maresca
ElderPride Services Training, Advocacy, and Outreach Specialist
ElderPride Services Friendly House
Alex Maresca (she/they) is the Training, Advocacy, and Outreach Specialist for the Elder Pride Services program at Friendly House. Before joining Elder Pride Services, Alex worked as a lecturer and researcher, specializing in the movement to ban conversion therapy. In 2023, she earned her PhD in Sociology from the University of California, Irvine. When she's not at Friendly House, Alex enjoys learning about local history as the Secretary for the Oregon Queer History Collective.
Topic: "Creating an Inclusive Environment for LGBTQ+ Older Adults"
For many LGBTQ+ older adults, remaining “out” as they age is a top priority. However, finding welcoming and culturally competent services can be daunting, especially for older adults who retire to a new city, region, or state. This presentation will explore some of the key challenges faced by LGBTQ+ older adults, explain how LGBTQ history shapes experiences of aging within the community, and offer strategies on how to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
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