Welcome. You belong here.
A free, affirming companion for LGBTQ+ older adults on the South Coast. Connection, real help, and people who are glad you are here.
Serving New Bedford, Fall River, Taunton, and the South Coast.
info@sclgbtqnetwork.org
Talk to someone
You do not have to do this alone. Here are easy ways to connect with a real person.
Get a regular friendly call
The Network can match you with a friendly caller or visitor who checks in with you. Call or email us to set it up.
SAGE LGBTQ+ Elder Hotline
Free and open 24 hours a day, for any reason. Friendly, trained people who understand. Available in many languages.
SAGEConnect
A free national program that matches LGBTQ+ elders with a friendly volunteer for regular phone or video calls.
Bring a friend
Know someone who would like this? Share the app so a friend or chosen family member can use it too.
Find affirming help
Vetted, affirming places to turn. You should never have to hide who you are to get good care.
What's on
See all events About the Aging Well programKnow your rights
Without the right paperwork, the law may hand decisions to your nearest blood relative, not your partner or chosen family. A few documents put you in control.
Get free help with these
You do not have to figure this out alone. These can help you, often for free.
Daily check-in
A simple way to mark that you are OK today, and to reach your person fast.
Your person
Add someone you trust, so you can reach them with one tap.
Alerts
Hear about events and news
Turn on notifications and we will let you know about gatherings, programs, and news that matter. We keep it to what matters.
Get help now
Free and confidential. You can call any of these right now.