SAGE
SAGE
Pronouns: She/Her
SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older people. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBTQ+ older people and their caregivers. SAGE also advocates for public policy changes that address the needs of LGBTQ+ elders, provides education and technical assistance for aging providers and LGBTQ+ community organizations through its National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging, and cultural competency training through SAGECare.
Bren Cole is Director of Marketing and Communications at SAGE. Prior to joining SAGE, Bren was Communications Manager at LGBTQ+ community health center, Fenway Health. She is passionate about LGBTQ+ community building, cats, and all things spooky.
VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON SERVICES
SAGE offers a variety of services and programs tailored to the LGBTQ+ elder community. Through the SAGEServes program, they provide community programming and care management in New York City and Florida. The National LGBTQ+ Housing Initiative advocates for equitable housing and provides support for LGBTQ+ elders nationwide. Research and education efforts are driven by the National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging, which works to improve resources and information for aging LGBTQ+ individuals. SAGECare delivers cultural competency training for organizations serving the LGBTQ+ community, while the SAGECents app offers financial wellness education designed to support LGBTQ+ financial health.
All services are virtual besides SAGEServes and SAGECare.
CONTACT SAGE
For over 40 years, SAGE has been an essential advocate and resource for LGBTQ+ elders, dedicated to helping them age with dignity, respect, and the comprehensive support they deserve. LGBTQ+ older adults have shown resilience and courage in the face of adversity, and SAGE honors that legacy with an array of services, educational resources, and a network of community connections designed specifically for their needs. With initiatives like SAGENet, which coordinates support across a growing network of affiliates nationwide, SAGE fosters connection and inclusivity wherever LGBTQ+ elders are. From financial wellness tools and housing advocacy to affirming care and culturally competent training, SAGE’s commitment spans the full spectrum of LGBTQ+ aging needs.
For those seeking compassionate, comprehensive support or for anyone dedicated to the dignity and well-being of LGBTQ+ elders, SAGE stands as both a trusted resource and a passionate ally in the fight for respect, equity, and lifelong inclusion. SAGE’s resources make it possible for LGBTQ+ elders—and those who care for them—to navigate aging with confidence, knowing they are valued members of a caring, affirming community.
