LGBTQ+ elders are more likely to live in poverty. Here's how we can change that
About 40 percent of LGBTQ+ elders live below the federal poverty line, and their housing situation could be keeping them there.
June 16 2025 1:04 PM
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97-year-old lesbian baller Maybelle Blair on heaven, progress, and the Cubs
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Disparities within this community persist.
May 22 2023 1:21 PM
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September 16 2022 4:00 AM
Providing Help & Hope to LGBTQ+ Elders Struggling With Suicide
During National Suicide Prevention Week, remember those 65 and older who suffer from isolation, depression, and anxiety. SAGE provides some ways to help.
September 09 2022 6:45 PM
A Gay Black Elder on Aging with Dignity
On what has -- and hasn't -- improved since the summer of 1969.
June 22 2022 1:03 PM
Grandson Shares Discovering His Grandfather's Secret Gay Love Story
Sama'an Ashrawi, a filmmaker and podcast host, opened up on social media about the heartwarming story.
June 06 2022 1:10 PM
LGBTQ+ Seniors Can Find Luxury Digs in Palm Springs' Living Out
This new housing development aims to keep older LGBTQ+ folks out and proud.Â
May 13 2022 8:00 AM
Why a White-Led LGBTQ+ Org and a POC-Led Queer Group Are Teaming Up
SAGE and GRIOT Circle are pooling resources to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ seniors -- the heads of both groups explain why more queer organizations should follow suit.
April 01 2022 8:00 AM
Colorado Man Celebrates His First Pride at 91
Ken Felts meant to come out to a select few friends on Facebook but instead accidentally posted his truth to the world.Â
June 29 2021 11:19 AM
LGBTQ+ Elders Face Decades of Discrimination. Republicans Don’t Care
Cutting eldercare -- especially services for LGBTQ+ elder communities -- from the American Jobs Plan would be inhumane.
June 21 2021 9:40 PM
Watch 'Old Gays Get Stoned' in Celebration of 4/20
The hilarious video is the latest in a series produced by Grindr.
April 20 2021 2:44 PM
BIPOC, LGBTQ+ Seniors Cannot Wait Any Longer for COVID Vaccine
The Biden administration must protect the most vulnerable.
January 24 2021 4:56 PM
Bubly and 11 Drag Performers Drop Sparkling Video for LGBTQ+ Elders
The sparkling water brand donated $25,000 to SAGE and collaborated on a holiday-cheerful music video.
December 18 2020 9:03 AM
12 LGBTQ+ Seniors Share the Joy of Being Out
Not Another Second, a new cultural awareness campaign, details inspiring stories of people who've seen it all.
December 17 2020 8:37 PM
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A new study has revelations both frightening and encouraging.
December 17 2020 2:46 PM
LGBTQ+ Elders Face a Serious Health Threat: Trump
The heads of Philadelphia's William Way Community Center and Elder Initiative outline the threats from the virus, isolation, and a hostile administration.
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