Monthly Health & Happiness Series
As part of the Aging Rainbow Coalition's mission to foster community, we host monthly Health & Happiness Events. These gatherings take place on the third Wednesday of each month from 2-4 pm at various locations. Together, we engage in meaningful discussions on important topics, support one another, and have fun along the way.
Upcoming Health & Happiness Events
Join us for a relaxed and refreshing stroll with fellow LGBT+ older adults! It’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors, get moving, and connect with others. Staying active is an important part of healthy aging, and what better way to do it than with good company and fresh air? **Don't forget your water**
As we celebrate Pride Month and raise awareness for brain health, join us in conversation about cognitive wellness in the LGBT+ community. A representative from the Alzheimer’s Association will share important information about the increased risk of Alzheimer’s and other dementias among LGBT+ older adults, along with ways to stay informed, proactive, and supported. It’s a great opportunity to honor our pride while focusing on health, awareness, and connection.
Thank you to the Clayton Pride group for sponsoring our snacks and beverages for this event; to include bagels, cream cheese, fruit, yogurt, coffee, and tea!
Webinars
In this time of political turmoil and massive cuts to public health programs, your advocacy for people aging with HIV is more important than ever before.
Join SAGE for a two-part webinar series on 5/20 and 5/28 that will detail effective strategies to help you shape and share your story about HIV and aging.
Register here:
As May is Older Americans Month, join Savvy with Pride and the Carolina Aging Alliance for a webinar about the Older Americans Act! This webinar is the first in the series to engage LGBTQIA+ older adults to learn more about issues that affect our community.
Register here: https://tennesseehipaa.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s7NEqHsnSz6TZpaXgsoDFw#/registration
The teach in will feature presentations from scholars, activists, memory workers, and community members sharing 10-minute talks on local queer history, archival collections, and ongoing community history projects they are passionate about!
Whether you're an educator, student, community archivist, or simply curious about queer history in the South, Invisible Histories' Queer History Teach In is a space to learn, connect, and celebrate stories that deserve to be heard.
Registration is free and open to the public:
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Past Health & Happiness Events
TN Valley Universalist Unitarian Church
TN Valley Universalist Unitarian Church
TN Valley Universalist Unitarian Church
This event was all about building social connections, combating isolation, and exploring new interests and hobbies. Strong social ties aren’t just good for the soul; they’re good for your health too.
CAC Ross Building
TN Valley Universalist Unitarian Church
TN Valley Universalist Unitarian Church
During this event we had meaningful conversations around cultural sensitivity. We talked openly about inclusive language, evolving identities, and how to use respectful vocabulary in everyday life.