Getting to know Melinda Forstey the Chief Operating Officer of Serving SeniorsOne in four of San Diego’s homeless adults is over the age of 55. More than 40% are experiencing homelessness for the first time in their lives. The main causes of older adult homelessness are economic: job loss, death or divorce, medical expenses, and even ageism that prevents someone from getting a good paying job after age 50. The good news: new programs are starting to address the needs of older adults experiencing homelessness including prevention programs and shelters specifically for seniors.