2SLGBTQIA+ Older Adults
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You paved the way, and we are here to walk beside you.
2SLGBTQIA+ older Washingtonians have helped making Washington one of the best places to live in the country as a 2SLGBTQIA+ person. Their advocacy and dedication in the fight for our rights has made a state agency like the Washington State LGBTQ Commission possible. It is vitally important that we show up for 2SLGBTQIA+ people through every stage of their lives.
This page is intended to help 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults, their loved ones, and those that provide services to find the resources they need to thrive. Read below to find guides and tools around supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults, local and national organizations dedicated to improving lives for 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults, relevant state agency resources, and more.
Digital guides and tools that support 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
A Guide to Finding an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Long-Term Care Community
- Published by HRC and SAGE, this guide helps you learn about accepting policies and practices in long-term care facilities.
10 Tips for Finding LGBTQ+-Affirming Services
- PDF from SAGE with tips for LGBTQ+ older adults and caregivers to find accepting services.
Create Your Care Plan: An LGBTQ+ Person’s Guide to Preparing for Medical Procedures
- Have an upcoming medical procedure? See this guide from SAGE on things to know as an LGBTQ+ older adult.
Caring For Those Who Care Toolkit
- Created by the Diverse Elders Coalition, this toolkit meant for providers shares best practices on supporting diverse family caregivers.
Prepare to Care: A Planning Guide for Caregivers in the LGBTQ+ Community
- This guide is for caregivers of LGBTQ+ older adults, created by SAGE and AARP.
Studies, Reports, and Data around 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
- Through the University of Washington School of Social Work, The Goldsen Institute is a world leader in LGBTQ+ older adult research. Their Aging with Pride survey is the "first federally funded longitudinal national project designed to better understand the aging, health, and well-being of sexual and gender diverse midlife and older adults".
Long-Term Care Equality Index 2025
- Report on equitable and inclusive long-term care and senior housing communities for LGBTQ older adults.
Addressing Disparities in Cardiovascular Disease Among LGBTQ+ Older People
- Report from SAGE on cardiovascular disease in LGBTQ+ older people.
Understanding Issues Facing LGBT Older Adults
- Data from the Movement Advancement Project on LGBT older adults.
Older Adults - The Williams Institute
- Studies and reports from the Williams Institute that address issues concerning LGBT adults over the age of 50.
LGBT Adults Aged 50 and Older in the US During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Study from the Williams Institute on impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on LGBT older adults.
Articles, FAQ sheets and more around 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
Senior Living Options for LGBTQIA+ Adults
- Article on fair housing and housing protections for LGBTQIA+ seniors, as well as a search engine for senior care facilities/housing
- Fact sheet from SAGE on LGBTQ+ older people.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Aging
- Article from the American Psychological Association on LGBT aging.
Threats to LGBTQ+ Older Adults in Health Care, Economic Security, Housing, and Elder Rights
- Fact sheet from Justice in Aging on older LGBTQ+ communities and the current issues they are facing.
Podcasts featuring 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
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Videos, movies, and documentaries about 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
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- Video from the Movement Advancement Project with examples of issues impacting LGBT older adults.
- Episode of Aging Matters from PBS, focusing on LGBTQIA+ older adults and the challenges they face.
National organizations focused on 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
- National LGBTQ+ elders advocacy and service organization. They have many programs to support LGBTQ+ older people, including the National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging.
- The LGBT National Senior Hotline provides safe and confidential help for LGBTQ+ seniors dealing with understanding their identity, wanting to discuss mental health, and more. Call 888-234-7243.
- The American Association for Retired Persons dedicated webpage for LGBTQ+ seniors focuses on recent news, personal finance, and AARP’s advocacy efforts.
Organizations across Washington state focused on 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
- Organization focused on supporting LGBTQ+ seniors in Seattle, Washington. They are located inside Pride Place, a new LGBTQ+ affirming senior housing facility.
- Organization focused on supporting LGBT adults in Pierce County and surrounding areas.
Sound Alliance of Older LGBTQ+
- Formerly SAGE Olympia, this is an organization for LGBTQ+ older adults in Thurston County.
LGBTQ+ Seniors of the Inland Northwest
- Network for older LGBTQ+ people in the Inland Northwest.
Northwest LGBT Senior Care Providers Network
- Group of senior care providers supporting and advocating for LGBT seniors in Washington.
Resources across Washington state agencies that could be helpful for 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults.
- DSHS breaks down Washington state agencies that help older adults.
Under RCW 43.114.050, the duties of the LGBTQ Commission include providing a clearinghouse for information regarding both state and federal legislation as it relates to our purpose and providing resource and referral information to agencies and the public. While the LGBTQ Commission does not provide direct services, we work to connect constituents with affirming supports across the state through our collaboration with state agencies and community organizations. If you can't find what you are looking for here, reach out to contact@lgbtq.wa.gov or use our contact form and a Commission staff member will get back to you.