SAGE — Advocacy & Services for LGBTQ+ Elders

LGBTQ+ Elders · Connecticut · Free

Largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults. SAGEConnect, hotline, housing. Useful for elders whose biological family is estranged and who need chosen-family-aware support systems. Caregiver support is built into most LGBTQ+ elder programs — partner-led care is acknowledged and supported. Estate planning is critical: without wills + medical proxies, hostile family can override partners and chosen family. No cost — the program is grant-funded and...

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