We always want to hear from you so reach out to us at any time with your feedback and suggestions!
Remember to follow our Aging Rainbows blog and FACEBOOK Page where we frequently post a variety of additional resources and articles of interest!
News & Upcoming Events!
Local and Online Groups to Check Out!
The DC Center
A variety of groups meeting regularly now via Zoom. Post Covid - exceptional groups and programs.
https://thedccenter.org/supportgroups/
LGBTQ Virtual Social Hour Monthly!
https://www.retirementlivingsourcebook.com/events/lgbtq-virtual-social-hour-3610
Join in Monthly!
LGBTQ folks of all ages and abilities are invited to Capitol Hill Village’s LGBTQ social hour! Participants will come together twice a month to connect with others, combat isolation, and foster relationships. Capitol Hill Village, established in 2007, is a membership driven non-profit organization serving older adults in Capitol Hill and surrounding neighborhoods who wish to age in their community.
ElderTG
ElderTG is a support and networking e-mail list for both MTF and FTM transsexual, transgender, and intersex persons aged 50 and older and SOFFAs (significant others, friends, family, and allies) of such persons. Both those who have been dealing with transgender/gender issues for a long time and those who are new to the issues are welcome.
To subscribe:
eldertg-subscribe@groups.onlinepolicy.net
Fairfax County’s Virtual Center for Active Adults:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/virtual-center-active-adults
LGBT Caring Community Online Support Group
The LGBT Community Support: Caregiving for our Families and Friends support group offers a place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender caregivers of adults with chronic health problems to discuss the unique issues of caring for their loved ones.
https://www.caregiver.org/lgbt-caring-community-online-support-group
EmptyClosets.com. LGBT support groups, as well as places to socialize online.
Supportgroups.com - LGBT support groups.
Daily Strength.org
https://www.dailystrength.org/categories/Lesbian_Gay
The Tribe Wellness Community- LGBT Online Support Group and Resources
https://support.therapytribe.com/lgbt-support-group/
Peer-to-peer support group for individuals living as LGBT – lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning.
The Healthy Place.com
https://www.healthyplace.com/gender/gay/gay-support-gay-support-groups-gay-support-organizations
ALGA Events and Activities
See Website for details!
Dulles Triangles Social Club
See website for details!
https://www.dullestriangles.com
To find an LGBT support organization near you visit:
Upcoming Special Events!
See Aging Rainbows Facebook Page for our upcoming virtual events and educational programs!
Aging Rainbows November Fall Intergenerational Sage Table Event
December PM Meadowlark Gardens Holiday Walk in the Lights
Spring Drag Brunches
Contact us for more information and to participate!
We want to always hear from you!!!
If you have a suggestion for an event or venue please contact us! We also welcome collaboration with like minded organizations for our events! Reach out via contacts tab at any time!
Watch our Community Inclusive Care Presentations, News Segments and Read our News Articles!
LGBT Protections Program:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/humanrights/watch-webinar-lgbtq-protections-fairfax-county
Inclusive Care Presentation RUI:
Inclusive Care Presentation at LSIN:
https://www.facebook.com/576832502686722/videos/1512869388869796/
Check out the WUSA -9 Aging Rainbows News Segment!
Care.com Article:
https://www.care.com/c/stories/17247/how-to-help-lgbtq-seniors-stay-connected/
Karen McPhail spoke with care.com to share her perspective on LGBT aging in this article and interview with Emily Gerson.
AR Loudoun Times Article: