Aging With Pride

LGBTQ+ Elders · Wisconsin · Free

Federal initiative supporting LGBTQ+ older adult research and programs. Relevant for veterans of the AIDS crisis, the Stonewall generation, and elders who lived underground identities most of their lives. SAGE has affiliates in 25+ metros; if there's no local office, the national line connects you to phone support. Many LGBTQ+ elders went back into the closet when they entered nursing homes; SAGE-trained facilities are growing but still rare. No cost — the program is grant-funded and...

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More LGBTQ+ Elders in Wisconsin

SAGE — Advocacy & Services for LGBTQ+ Elders — Largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults. SAGEConnect, hotline, housing. For LGBTQ+ adults 50
National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging — Federally funded resource center providing training, technical assistance, and resources on LGBTQ+ aging. Relevant for veterans of the AIDS
LGBT National Senior Hotline — 1-888-234-7243 — free confidential peer support for LGBTQ+ adults age 50+. A starting point for adult children of LGBTQ+ parents needing eld
Eldercare Locator — 1-800-677-1116 — federal directory of local eldercare services. Many include LGBTQ+ affirming care. Relevant for veterans of the AIDS crisis
AARP Pride — AARP's LGBTQ+ aging resources, advocacy, and community. A starting point for adult children of LGBTQ+ parents needing eldercare resources se
Diverse Elders Coalition — National advocacy coalition working on behalf of diverse elders including LGBTQ+ older adults. Worth contacting for senior housing referrals