Join DOROT’s LGBTQ+ community and allies for new and dynamic programs and opportunities to come together to learn, connect and share.
Onsite@Home LGBTQ+ Film Club
Join Onsite@Home for a monthly LGBTQ+ Film Club via Zoom which gives voice and visibility to the wide scope of LGBTQ+ experiences. Virtual Talk Backs will provide time to further explore the themes of each film. Welcoming LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.
Schedule: January -December 2022, with screenings taking place on the 3rd Tuesday of each month and virtual talk backs on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
Register for Film Screenings HERE.
Register for Film Talk Backs HERE.
For more information, contact lastingimpressions@dorotusa.org.
This program is part of DOROT’s Lasting Impressions programming, which is generously supported by the Keller-Shatanoff Foundation.
Aging Alone, Together
This six-week series for LGBTQ+ older adults is designed for those seeking tools, strategies and support to age more intentionally and plan for the future. Each session offers a topic-specific presentation on critical decision-making, along with conversation check-ins and assignments. First come, first served--space is limited.
Schedule: Next series will run June – July, 2022.
For more information, contact lastingimpressions@dorotusa.org.
This program is part of DOROT’s Lasting Impressions programming, which is generously supported by the Keller-Shatanoff Foundation.
Intergenerational LGBTQ+ Affinity Group
Help create an intergenerational community space to explore common and differing lived experiences. High school students and older adults who identify as LGBTQ+ will exchange ideas, share personal stories and learn from each other’s experiences of navigating the world as LGBTQ+ individuals. Participants will help identify session topics and will be invited to prepare and lead discussions with others in the group.
Schedule:
Spring Semester: Thursdays March 31– May 12 (no workshop on 04/21), 5:00 PM -6:30 PM
Fall Semester 2022: Dates TBD
For more information about participating as a high school student, click HERE. For more information about participating as an older adult, contact sharemywisdom@dorotusa.org.
Caring Calls, for LGBTQ+ Identifying Individuals Only
DOROT is connecting LGBTQ+ identifying older adults and volunteers to discuss interests and explore experiences as part of this shared community. Commit to 8 weekly 20-30 minute phone conversations, with an opportunity to continue if desired.
For more information about volunteering, sign up for an orientation HERE.
To participate as an older adult, please email IR@dorotusa.org.
Out@DOROT
Join DOROT’s older adult LGBTQ+ community for a bi-monthly opportunity to socialize, discuss, and gather together.
Schedule: Ongoing, every other Tuesday.
For more information, contact dorotprograms@dorotusa.org.
We are grateful for UJA-Federation of New York for supporting DOROT’s Initiative: Building Social Connections and Increasing Visibility of LGBTQ Older Adults.