Shepherd’s House Ministries in conjunction with several local service agencies and the city of Bend is excited to announce the official opening of The Lighthouse Navigation Center, a comprehensive resource to better assist those stuck in the dilemma of homelessness.
To commemorate this moment, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony that will take place on Tuesday, July 12th at 1pm. The Lighthouse on 2nd street, in conjunction with the current overnight shelter, offers day services to those seeking a path out of homelessness.
Services at The Lighthouse include case management, addiction recovery classes, one-on-one counseling, medical assistance, and job training & assistance. This new center will allow Shepherd’s House to touch more individuals stuck in the dilemma of homelessness with a comprehensive approach, allowing them to find a healthy path towards stability, recovery, and hope.
Attending the ribbon cutting will be a myriad of public help organizations, staff and residents of The Lighthouse, the board, staff, and residents of Shepherd’s House, and a host of city and elected officials including:
• Rep Jason Kropf, Oregon State Representative for District 54
• Mayor Gena Goodman-Campbell
• Commissioner Patti Adair- Deschutes County
• Lynne McConnell | Housing Director, City of Bend
• Racheal Egan Baker | Affordable Housing Manager
• Amy Fraley | Affordable Housing Coordinator City of Bend
Event details:
Time and Date: Tuesday, July 12, 1-2:30 pm
Location: 275 NE 2nd Street Bend, OR
Refreshments and Tours to follow the ceremony.
“The Lighthouse navigation center is a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space where people are invited to rest, pursue health, and move toward health and stability.”
-Evan Hendricks
Associate Director, Lighthouse Navigation Center
Lighthouse Services
