November 18, 2025 | A Mental Health State of the Union – Are We Meeting the Need in Central Oregon?
In collaboration with City Club of Central Oregon
Tues, Nov 18th • 8-9:30am (PST) • First Presbyterian Church of Bend | Bend, OR
About
Mental health is at the forefront of public concern, yet access to care remains a critical challenge in our state and region. “Of all the 50 states plus the District of Columbia, Oregon ranks 49th in the nation for access to mental health care. Oregon has less than one mental health professional for every 1,000 people.” (Source: 2020-2024 Central Oregon Health Council RHIP Priority Area; Behavioral Health: Increase Access and Coordination) With a booming population here in Central Oregon and a unique geographic location, is our level of care for a population at risk keeping up with other regions of our size?
Join Oregon Health Forum and City Club of Central Oregon for a timely and candid conversation on the current state of mental health services in Central Oregon. We’ll explore key issues including provider shortages, barriers to care, community-based initiatives, and the impact of recent policy changes. Local experts and advocates will share data, personal stories, and challenges to help build a more resilient, responsive mental health system.
Panelists To Be Announced!
Event Details
When: Tues, Nov 18th, 2025
Where: First Presbyterian Church of Bend, 230 NE 9th St, Bend, OR 97701
Doors Open: 7:30am
Program: 8-9:30am
Cost:
- City Club of Central Oregon Member Registration – $15
- Non-Member Registration – $35
**Thanks to our generous supporters, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you’d like to attend, please email Kim Crosby (kim@oregonhealthforum.org) to reserve your spot —space is limited, so kindly RSVP by end of day, Monday 11/10**
Annual Sponsors
To discuss forum sponsorship opportunities, please contact Christian Gillespie at cgillespie@oregonhealthforum.org