One of My Favorite LGBT Organizations

The LGBT is so lucky to have several great organizations out there working for us.  One of my favorites is SAGE, Services and Advocacy for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Elders.  SAGE is working hard to provide a voice for the aging LGBT community that are often neglected or forced back into the closet to receive proper care.

This country often defines LGBT in terms of sexual activity, and we cannot let that happen.  We are individual people that deserve our dignity at any age.  Since 1978, (then called Seniors Action in Gay Environment), SAGE has worked with our community to create new “family” networks and ensure the voices of our elderly are not silenced.

The services provided by SAGE are given to LGBT aged 60+ (50 if HIV+).  Services are not just physical well being, but programs about sex and dating, finances, the arts and culture, and history and heritage.  There are group and individual counseling sessions as well as walking and bus trips.  SAGE also provides options to receive their care in SAGE Clinical & Social Services facility, in-home, or even by telephone.

SAGE services are located all over the country and are always in need of volunteers.  I highly recommend working with seniors, it will truly touch your soul!  I feel much safer knowing as I age that organizations like SAGE exist for us, so please support them.

Visit sageusa.org to help!

❤

JT

STAND IN YOUR TRUTH!  (AT ANY AGE)