The need for LGBTQIA+ senior programing is critical. LGBTQIA+ seniors find themselves confronting the traditional challenges of aging, while at the same time encountering issues particular to the LGBTQIA+ community. Lacking traditional sources of support and caregiving, a greater likelihood of living alone, higher rates of poverty, and pronounced cultural and social isolation are just some of the realities of the LGBTQIA+ Elder community.

Responsive to these critical concerns, Lambda Living offers programs and services to the LGBTQIA+ elder community throughout Miami-Dade County in a variety of ways:

• Train those working in fields such as health care and social service organizations serving the elder LGBTQIA+ community in cultural competency and sensitivity;
• Offer programming that will allow LGBTQIA+ elders the opportunity to gather, make friendships, support each other and learn together; and
• Provide counseling and case management where needed, both individually and in groups; on-site in its offices and in-home.