LGBTQ+ Elders
Confidential support for LGBTQ+ elders (60+) in Scotland, to live openly with pride and find community.
LGBTQ+ elders support
Group activities and a telefriending service, delivered by a team who understands what it means to age as an LGBTQ+ person.
Group activities
Community spaces where LGBTQ+ elders can meet new people, catch up with old friends, or connect with our local community.
Activities include:
- relaxed social meetups
- social outings in Glasgow
- film club in Edinburgh
Cost: free.
Where: online or in-person in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
How to join: see upcoming elders activities.
Telefriending
A remote phone-based service delivered by a friendly and experienced team of volunteers.
We offer regular calls to LGBTQ+ elders who may feel isolated, giving you a safe, friendly space to be yourself and talk about anything on your mind.
Cost: free.
Where: phone.
How to start: new referrals temporarily paused.
Here’s what’s happening soon in our elders group activities, or explore our full programme of events for more ways to connect.
Coffee Posse
LGBT Age Film Club
Inclusive Care
Scotland’s first care standard created with LGBTQ+ elders, giving services a clear and trusted way to show they are truly inclusive.
Other support available
Is your support for me?
Our support is for anyone 60+ who is LGBTQ+*.
Whether you’re out, not sure, exploring or don’t use any particular labels, we welcome you as you are.
You also don’t need a referral or to be in crisis to access our support.
*We welcome the entire diversity of the LGBTQ+ community including lesbian, gay, bi+, trans, non-binary, intersex, ace people and all identities under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella.
LGBT+ Helpline
If you need someone to talk, our LGBTQ+ helpline is here for you by phone, live chat, or email.
Sign-up for updates on elders support, upcoming activities, and new resources.