The LGBTQIA+ Aging Project - Programs & Support Groups

LGBTQIA+ Bereavement Support Groups

The LGBTQIA+ Bereavement Support Group is the first statewide initiative to address loss in the LGBTQIA+ community. The program is funded by the Department of Public Health and it is facilitated by The LGBTQIA+ Aging Project.

The LGBTQIA+ Bereavement Group is a free 8-week group facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker experienced in bereavement issues in the LGBTQIA+ Community. The group is open to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, and asexual individuals of any age who have experienced the loss of a loved one (family member, friend, partner/spouse).

All groups require pre-registration. For more information on the LGBTQIA+ Bereavement Program contact Lisa Krinsky at 857.313.6590 or [email protected].

Weekly Zoom Drop-in Group for LGBTQIA+ Older Adults

Since the Spring of 2020, the Aging Project has offered a free weekly Zoom drop-in group for LGBTQIA+ older adults. These are informal discussion groups, facilitated by Aging Project staff, that help people feel more connected. The group meets on Mondays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM EST.

New members are always welcome – To register email: [email protected]

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Community Meals & Programs for LGBTQIA+ Older Adults and Their Friends

Massachusetts has a network of 40 LGBTQIA+ friendly community cafes and programs sponsored by local aging service providers across the state.

With the support of the Aging Project’s training and technical assistance many aging service providers across the state of Massachusetts offer community programs that are designed for LGBTQIA+ older adults and their friends. These programs can offer hot nutritious meals and provide opportunities for social connections and engagement with other LGBTQIA+ older adults.

Massachusetts has a robust network of LGBTQIA+ Community Cafes & Programs across the state including some daily, weekly or monthly lunch programs, supper clubs, weekend brunches, coffee hours, and more for LGBTQIA+ older adults. To see the current listing of regularly scheduled programs, click the image below to download the community cafes and programs calendar.

Please note that new community programs for LGBTQIA+ older adults are growing quickly and this list is updated monthly. If you have a program to add to this list, please email: [email protected]