Why you should check out the MA LGBTQ Aging Commission

As we grow older, many LGBTQ+ folks and their loved ones face unique challenges — from accessing affirming health care and safe housing to simply finding community and social support. That’s why the work of the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Aging matters so much.

The MA LGBTQ Aging Commission exists to ensure that LGBTQ older adults and their caregivers across Massachusetts have equitable access to services, social connection, and support when they need it most. 

Their newly published 2025–2030 Strategic Plan outlines bold priorities: improving access to affirming healthcare, promoting safe and affordable housing, expanding community engagement, and equipping agencies and providers with LGBTQ cultural-competency training. 

Visiting their website is a great first step — whether you’re an older LGBTQ person looking for resources, a caregiver, an ally, a service provider, or just someone who wants to stay informed. The site offers access to their resources and publications, informs you about upcoming meetings, and gives you a direct line to connect. 

In short: exploring the MA LGBTQ Aging Commission’s work is a meaningful way to support — and perhaps help build — a community where LGBTQ elders can age with dignity, inclusion, and care.

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