Name: Behind the Mask: Unity Housing Benefit for Medical Respite
Start: 2025-02-27T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Waterstone venue

Behind the Mask: Unity Housing Benefit for Medical Respite

Behind the Mask: A Night for Compassion & Change | A Vision for Dignity
You're here because you believe in building a compassionate community – one where our most vulnerable neighbors are seen, heard, and cared for. We at Unity Housing share that vision, and we're reaching out with a heartfelt invitation to join us on a crucial journey. For the past year, our team has been hard at work in Johnson City, TN, building programs to support the housing insecure. Now, we're on the cusp of launching a groundbreaking initiative: a medical respite property specifically designed to serve the growing population of elderly individuals experiencing homelessness. But we can't do it alone - this is where we need our community's help to make our mission a reality.
The statistics are incredibly concerning. The number of elderly people facing homelessness is rapidly rising nationwide, projected to triple by 2030. Johnson City and East Tennessee is no exception to this statistic. These individuals are not just lacking a place to sleep; they face complex health challenges and often endure harsh, isolating conditions. This is why our mission is so vital. We envision a place of respite, a sanctuary where elderly individuals can recover from illness or injury with medical care, compassion, and support to help them rebuild their lives.
That’s why we are hosting "Behind the Mask," a black-tie masquerade event at the beautiful Waterstone Venue on February 27th. We're not just throwing a party; we're creating an experience that will fuel our ability to do this much-needed work. Your presence will directly contribute to realizing this life-changing goal, and you’ll have an amazing time doing it.
The evening will be an unforgettable celebration, featuring:
-Delicious New Orleans-style food by the renowned Groovy Grover's
-Authentic King Cake from the Housefly Victuals
-A Silent Auction filled with incredible art and experiences donated by talented local artists
-The lively sounds of the Bad Cats Brass, a New Orleans-style brass band
-A cash bar with featured cocktails by Bettie Jean's
This is a chance to dress up, have a great time, and connect with others who are also passionate about making a difference. Every single ticket purchase, every donation made, will go directly to developing our medical respite property, ensuring our elderly neighbors experience housing dignity and receive the care they deserve. This is more than just providing shelter; it's about restoring hope, rebuilding dignity, and constructing a more compassionate community together. It's an investment in a future where no senior in our community is left without the help they need.
In addition to purchasing a ticket, or in lieu of attending, you can also make a donation today. You can find us on PayPal (@unityhousingofjohnsoncity) or contribute through our GiveButter fundraising campaign. You can also reach out to us directly by responding to this email. As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your contributions are tax-deductible. Join us. Let's mask the face of homelessness with compassion and care. Together, we can make this vision a reality. We can't wait to host you at Behind the Mask!